Summary This piece dives deep into the startling effects of economic uncertainty on both mental health and consumer activity. This animated short dives into the psychological impact of recessions. Together, low consumer confidence and a fear of living in isolation can further increase stress, anxiety, and depression. By examining various...
It’s that time of year—tax season is upon us! With words you can trigger a storm of feelings. Whether you’re looking to receive a big refund, or simply dreading the possible mistakes with hopeful, hopeful gnawing anxiety. During a time when economic anxiety is at an all-time high across the...
Tesla, a company synonymous with innovation and electric vehicles, has recently found itself the target of increased vandalism and even violent attacks. To understand the motivations behind these acts, we need to look beyond the political to the psychological and social factors at play. We must dig into how society...
Consumers are hardly frowning at the recent drop in egg prices. That’s far from anything resembling a door busting deal, it's a welcome relief to see after months of alarming prices on grocery store shelves. As an analyst who tries to focus more on the empirical, the evidence-based, I’m coming...
Sure, the siren call of a designer handbag is strong. The shiny leather, the unmistakable logo, the aura of affluence slung over your shoulder – it’s a heady combination. We’ve been conditioned to believe that these bags are investments, assets that will increase in value over time. While that is...
Even Tesla owners, often seen as the most loyal customers, are trading in their Teslas at record rates, according to a new analysis from Edmunds. The car shopping site's data reveals a significant shift in consumer behavior, with March marking the highest share ever for Tesla trade-ins toward new or...
We hear about it constantly. Famed for it being a leading indicator of economic prosperity, a weather vane on the roof of our national wallet. But is it really the gold standard, best measure ever, metrics by which all other metrics should be judged? As a journalist who has spent...
OverTraders.com just published a great in-depth Ethereum PoS vs Other Major Crypto PoS Models article. This side-by-side rundown helps shed light on the merits and demerits of each in different situations, providing critical information for traders and investors alike. Understanding Bitcoin and Ethereum To understand the nuances between different consensus...
Ever been sold your insurance policy as not just a safety net but a wise financial move, too? It’s a dangerous proposal, I recognize. Imagine the opportunity of having the benefit of protection along with the potential for financial growth. You’ll have a chance to hear directly about what’s new...
At the same time, the United States has increased its reliance on sanctions as a tool of foreign policy. Now, it focuses on individuals, countries and entities across the globe. These measures are put in place by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Their purpose is to shape behavior...
Artificial intelligence has gone from an imagined technological fantasy to an integral part of our everyday lives. From super-personalized recommendations on our separate site OverTraders.com to the algorithms that are reshaping our financial markets, AI’s influence can’t be overstated. This rapid integration comes with a chilling undercurrent: the potential for...
Obesity is the biggest threat to public health in the world, impacting nearly 650 million people worldwide. Yet it doesn’t stop there — the burden of transportation inequities weighs heavily on mental and emotional health. Real people are dealing with unfortunate obstacles while attempting to lose weight. As a result,...
The quick fix is perhaps the most potent temptation of all, particularly in the realm of weight loss. We know we’re all living in a world bombarded with images of unrealistic bodies. After all, the allure of losing weight with no effort — just a prescription — is difficult to...
Now, the U.S. government has moved to deploy a sweeping set of export controls designed to keep China from acquiring next generation chip technology. These actions have significant repercussive effects on technology markets around the world and U.S. foreign relations. OverTraders.com takes an in-depth look at these complex restrictions to...