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DeepSeek’s AI Emergence Triggers Record Nvidia Loss and Tech Selloff

Global investors staged a broad selloff in technology stocks on Monday, wiping out a staggering $593 billion in market value from chipmaker Nvidia—an unprecedented one-day loss for any firm on Wall Street. The downward spiral took hold after Chinese startup DeepSeek announced a low-cost AI assistant that rapidly soared to the top of Apple’s App […]

Trump’s Immigration Long Game

Trump‘s border policy was one of the most controversial issues that made him the center of national attention during the news cycle leading up to the 2016 election. His radical and unashamed defense of the American border was shocking to many Republicans and Democrats alike. He seemed to have stepped away from the American ideal […]

The Perverse Incentives Depreciating Your House

While home prices increase in price exponentially, many worry as to whether they will one day own a home. For years the American dream consisted of home ownership and financial independence. The increasing price of homes makes it seem as though only a select group of elites can afford them. The graph below shows median […]

$500 Billion AI Investment Spells Good News for America’s Future

In a bold move that signals a shift towards private sector-driven innovation, President Donald Trump has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that promises to reshape America’s financial landscape. The announcement of a $500 billion investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of AI dominance and economic growth.

China Seeks to Steady the Yuan as Trump Takes Office

China’s central bank moved on multiple fronts this week and last in an effort to shore up its currency, the yuan, which has languished near a 16-month low relative to the dollar. Authorities announced plans to park more U.S. dollars in Hong Kong, increase offshore borrowing limits for companies, and cautioned investors against speculative activity. […]

Jerome Powell Has a Dream: Control Inflation

A recent article in the New York Times is reassuring. It assures us that while the recent CPI print showed inflation was running hot, not to worry! When measured in terms of “core” inflation, which “gives us a better idea of the underlying trend,” inflation actually isn’t so bad. And that underlying trend requires that […]

Just How Bad Was Trump’s Greatest Test?

As Donald Trump was inaugurated as 47th president of the United States on January 20th, 2025, the circumstances of his last year in office loom large. The Covid-19 pandemic obfuscated the final verdict on the effectiveness of his economic policy. Due to the unprecedented nature of the protective measures taken, it was difficult to determine […]

When Local Elections Count Most

While local elections are often relegated to a sideshow when it comes to importance in the national economy, the recent fires in L.A. have destroyed this paradigm. The incompetence of the leadership of L.A.s mayor shows how local elections can have devastating local and national impacts.

Rising Inflation Expectations Spark Concerns Over Tariffs and Consumer Confidence

U.S. consumers are bracing for higher prices over the next 12 months, according to the University of Michigan’s latest survey. One-year inflation expectations jumped to 3.3% in January, up significantly from 2.8% in December. This is the steepest increase since May and pushes the short-term outlook above the 2.3%-3.0% range seen in the two years […]

If We Have a Strong Economy, Why Are Americans Struggling?

The 10-year treasury yield rocketed up to near 5%, and analysts say it’s because the economy is strong despite higher inflation. But if the economy is so strong, why are Americans so indebted, cash-poor, and desperate?