Time to Worry About Inflation?
The Consumer Price Index rose in June ushering in more fears of runaway inflation, but digging into the numbers reveals there’s more to the story.
Facing Long-Term Challenges, China Slows Its Growth
China’s growth likely will exceed expectations this year, but long-term demographic challenges—like a falling birth rate—have the communist government trying to keep annual economic expansion in the 5-6% range.
Am I Missing Out on Crypto and Other Hot Deals?
Some speculators are making tidy sums off of crypto currency, SPACs and other risky ventures, but savvy investors will focus on their financial goals and the proven strategies that will get them there.
What the Fed Must See Before Raising Interest Rates
The U.S. central bank appears hesitant to raise interest rates until the labor market reaches “maximum employment,” or core inflation hovers around 2% for an extended period of time and people start expecting prices to keep rising.
Biden Budget Targets Companies, Wealthiest Americans
The Biden Administration’s 2022 budget proposes increasing the tax burden on corporations and individuals earning over $452,700 a year. Here’s a summary.
U.S. Walks an Economic Tightrope—One Slip and…
The United States responded to the COVID-19-induced recession with vast fiscal stimulus and government relief, making the economic outlook bright through 2022, but all that deficit spending might cause trouble after that.
The Fine Art of Estate Planning With Collectibles
Collectibles present unique challenges when it comes to estate planning.
Any Infrastructure Plan Needs a Watchful Eye—From You and Me
Biden’s massive infrastructure proposal raises many concerns but also the possibility for decades of economic growth—if done right.
Be Wary Of Charging Into the Electric-Car Market
The electric-vehicle market is buzzing, but investors should consider what might short-circuit and slow it down.
Cutting-Edge Companies Find Sustainable Business Models in Infrastructure
The American Jobs Plan would only boost the momentum for sustainable infrastructure with economically viable opportunities for new business innovations.