Peter Schiff Urges the Fed to Raise Rates and Let Markets Crash

Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has recommended that the Federal Reserve raise interest rates instead of cutting them, even if it leads to a market crash. He acknowledged that this approach would likely cause stocks and real estate to crash, result in a hard landing, and trigger a recession, emphasizing the potential severity of … Read more

Food Price Controls in America? Kamala Harris’s Controversial 2024 Strategy Unveiled

Vice President Kamala Harris, according to several reports, has outlined one of her key economic strategies if she wins the presidency in 2024—price controls. Her campaign is advocating for what they describe as the “first-ever federal ban” on food price increases. Despite the price control failures seen in countries like Venezuela, Bolivia, and Argentina, Harris’s … Read more

Claudia Sahm Warns Fed: Delayed Rate Cuts Could Spur Unnecessary Recession

In a detailed discussion with Kitco News, Claudia Sahm, founder of Sahm Consulting and chief economist at New Century Advisors, shared her insights on the U.S. economy. Despite rising recession concerns, Sahm emphasized that the current labor market still shows strength, suggesting the economy may not yet be in a recession. Claudia Sahm on U.S. … Read more

Bitfinex Report Examines Bitcoin’s Local Bottom Amid Market Rebound

Crypto exchange Bitfinex’s latest Alpha report examines various key metrics, providing insights into whether bitcoin may be approaching a local bottom. “Overall, these metrics underline the deep bearish sentiment and stress among short-term investors, which usually occurs at local bottoms,” the report states. Bitfinex Report Analyzes Bitcoin’s Rebound and Potential Local Bottom Crypto exchange Bitfinex … Read more

Economist Editorial Claims 2024 Recession Is Inevitable—Is America Ready?

A U.S. recession in 2024 appears to be on the horizon, according to a recent editorial piece by the Economist. The article surfaces as warnings of an economic downturn grow louder, with the author asserting that “there is no escaping the squeeze ahead for America’s economy.” Economist Article Predicts 2024 Recession as Media Hypes Economic … Read more

Jamie Dimon Says US Recession Still on the Horizon as JPMorgan Increases Forecast

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon reiterated his belief that a recession remains the most likely outcome for the U.S. economy. Dimon pointed to various uncertainties such as geopolitics, housing, and spending. Meanwhile, JPMorgan has raised the likelihood of a U.S. recession this year. Jamie Dimon Maintains Recession Likely for US Economy JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie … Read more

Ex-Fed Advisor Suggests US Is Already in a Recession as Airbnb Cautions on Economic Slowdown

On Tuesday, following a sharp downturn the day before, the top five U.S. benchmark indices made a recovery. However, Airbnb, the prominent vacation rental company, reported that it does not foresee a strong third quarter due to a slowdown in demand, driven by ongoing economic concerns. Meanwhile, Danielle DiMartino Booth, a former advisor at the … Read more

6 Indicators of Economic Trouble: Is a US Recession on the Horizon?

At the end of the week, U.S. equities experienced a sharp decline, which reverberated through the cryptocurrency market, reducing its value from $2.4 trillion to $2.09 trillion since July 29. Recently, discussions have intensified around the likelihood of an impending U.S. recession, with a soft landing seemingly off the table. Below are six distinct indicators … Read more

Macroeconomics Expert Predicts Hard Landing for US Economy

Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks See Economic Storm Clouds Ahead: George Gammon’s Warning Gammon explains that … Read more

Markets in Freefall: US Stocks Plummet and Crypto Crashes After Shocking Jobs Report

Following a heinous jobs report, questions are arising about whether the United States will experience a soft landing or if a full-fledged recession is on the horizon. All five major U.S. stock market indices saw notable declines on Friday, and the crypto economy fell by 5.82% to reach $2.2 trillion. Crypto Economy and U.S. Stocks … Read more