This week the Fed meets again and the general consensus seems to be a continued reduction of asset purchases but beyond that is grey. The cycle is pretty standard, when the Fed is easing or in an easy monetary policy they usher in a boom. When the Fed tightens, it ultimately causes a bust. Without… Continue reading Shall We Watch the Fed, Geopolitics or the World Cup?
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Highway to the Danger Zone
With the Government Shutdown now in its 14th day, President Obama and House Republicans continue to discuss the possibility of raising the debt ceiling for six weeks in order to provide room for broader fiscal discussions. As Thursdays deadline approaches, both sides believe that a short-term deal could be reached this week. Wall Street is a… Continue reading Highway to the Danger Zone