Tariffs, those taxes on imported goods, have been a hot topic, especially with talks of flexibility from figures like Trump. What do these trade moves mean, in real terms, for the backbone of the economy—small businesses? Read more on OverTraders.com, who really explores this problem, providing valuable advice that will...
Ok everybody, time for tariffs and trade. Now, I know what you might be thinking: "Ugh, economics. Snore." But believe me, this isn’t your boring, textbook, classroom lecture. This isn’t some ideological thing — it’s about your wallet, my wallet, and the long-term health of our economy. And right now,...
Incessant inflation’s return has been everyone’s most important economic challenge, forcing policymakers into a dangerously confusing cacophony of diagnosis and cure. While factors like global supply chain disruptions, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, increases in the money supply, low interest rates, and high demand all play a role, one often-overlooked...
The allure of tariffs is strong: protect domestic jobs, bolster national security, and level the playing field against unfair trade practices. Years of analyzing global markets taught me otherwise, to very different conclusions. In fact, it’s usually much more full of pitfalls and less favorable than advocates would lead you...
Unfortunately, the Trump administration seems determined to press ahead with its reciprocal tariff plan, which is still due to start on April 2. The plan goes out of its way to ensure a level playing field. It does this by assigning tariff rates to countries based on the duties those...
Tariffs are intended to shield U.S. businesses by increasing the price of foreign goods, thereby reducing competition from abroad. Critics are taking aim at their inflationary effects and general impact on the economy. The Trump administration did exactly this on a massive scale using these tariffs. Today, they continue to...
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...
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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...
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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...