Tag: Economy

Episode 12: The Fed Pivot: A Band-Aid on a Bullet Hole?

With ongoing uncertainty and volatility in the global economy and markets, the Federal Reserve looks to guide the US economy into the Promise Land of a “soft-landing”. The Fed believes that by increasing short-term interest rates, they will be able to lower inflation without compromising growth. On this episode of Breaking Bad Advice, Isaac and Joel question the Fed’s outlook, and point to data suggesting our destination may entail a bumpier experience. Will Jay Powell and the Federal Reserve be able to slap a band-aid on our economic wounds, or will only major surgery fix what ails this economy? Tune in to find out why the answer is the latter, and why that may not be such bad news after all!

Episode 9: Dangerous Economic Conditions – ‘Putin’ the Blame Where it Belongs

With run-away energy prices in Europe as a result of conflict with Russia, the risks to a significant downturn in the global economy continue to increase. On this episode, Isaac and Joel breakdown the turmoil taking place across the globe and what it could mean for a US economy that is already on the verge.

Are Interest Rates Going Up? Yes…And No

Are interest rates really going up? The consensus seems to be yes. The reality is Yes and No.

Trumped Up Market Moves

We are now two weeks past one of the most surprising election results in American political history. While there are certainly mixed feelings among various groups, everyone is asking the same important question: what does this mean for my portfolio?