“All over the map”…..”No Recession Yet….” A Rare Thing
“All Over the Map”: ITR Economics’ Brian Beaulieu says of the current economic data that ”It seems to be all over the map” … but the economy is “SLOWLY getting better in 2025 “….” gaining some momentum in 2026.” “2025 is the most opportune time to see some reduction in interest rates, but I wouldn’t hold out a whole lot of hope for that’’’…Let him take you on a walk through the economy on his most recent FedWatch.
“No Recession Yet…” The remarkable “Policy Uncertainty Index” show an unprecedented level that many people will not find surprising. Yet some of the better-known economic metrics are not yet flashing red, or even yellow. Economists Brian Wesbury’s latest post is a welcome analysis of current economic events leading him to conclude that there is “No Recession Yet, But Risks Remain”.
A Rare Thing If you’re following the trade controversy between the US and China, you may have heard about an advantage that China has in its possession of an abundance of what are called “Rare Earth” elements.In his “Three on Thursday” blog Mr. Wesbury writes that “From smartphones and wind turbines to electric vehicles and advanced defense systems, these 17 elements play a critical role in the 21st-century economy.” Find out why China has such an edge in these important materials and why these are “17 Elements Shaping the 21st Century—and Who Controls Them. “
