Notes on the Economy – Q2 2022 Summary
U.S. economic output hit a pothole, falling an annualized 1.4%, in the first quarter of 2022; fortunately, the wheels were not knocked off the economic machine.
An App Won’t Finance Your Dream
Digital banking is great, but sometimes you just need to talk to a real banker who can help make your dream project a reality, whether it’s a second home or business venture.
Do You Have the Courage for Alternative Investments?
Alternative investments—like real estate, oil and gas, or venture capital— require courage but might just make your portfolio safer.
U.S. Might Have Cure for Europe’s Russian Gas Addiction
Liquified natural gas from North America might help Europe to unplug itself from Russian power in coming years.
Clean-energy Transition a Casualty of Ukraine War
Just how quickly Europe can end its dependence on Russian energy is in doubt, which means the world’s timeline for combating climate change is also in doubt.
Shortages Might Make Natural-resource Stocks a Gold Mine
Investors might reap returns from natural-resource stocks as the world scrambles to alleviate key commodity shortages in energy, agricultural products and metals.
Worried? Check Out These Three Classic Inflation Hedges
Worried about inflation? These three simple investment strategies might help you protect your nest egg in these uncertain times.