Category: Economics
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Is the U.S. Economy Entering a “Goldilocks” Zone?
Multiple Factors Driving Optimism for Sustained Economic Growth In a video presentation discussing the post-presidential election outlook for the U.S. economy, four senior Legg Mason investment leaders focused on prospects that we may be reaching a “Goldilocks zone:” not too hot, not too cold, but just right. “This is not the start of a new…
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Promised Trump Administration Corporate Tax Cuts Could Unleash Long Overdue Cash Expenditures
“Cash to CAPEX” May be a Major Driver of U.S. Corporate Investment The prospect of lowering U.S. corporate taxes under President Donald J. Trump has raised expectations that companies will use the money saved to expand capital investment (CAPEX), viewed as long-expected and equally long overdue. Legg Mason brought together four senior investment leaders from…
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U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for December 12: Rooms at the Inn
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Following is the daily “Profile America” feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: ROOMS AT THE INN Profile America — Monday, December 12th. Many Americans drive on their vacations, and if they don’t stay with relatives they often stay at one of the nation’s many motels. The term motel came to…
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The Five Dimensions of Man
Q: I read with great interest your interview and presentation of “The Five Dimensions of Man” It is a very interesting commentary. BUT do not see the relationship with predicting the price of gold. Could you comment? A: Trading the gold market happens within a broader universe and action within that universe. It can be…
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Is AI a threat to human existence?
Q: Does AI pose a threat to human existence? A: Yes and no. Yes because any technology can be used to harm. No, because there is no such thing as computer hardware that thinks. All of the intelligence is in the software that is an instruction from a human mind. There are two advantages to…
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U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features – Thanksgiving Day: Nov. 24, 2016
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims — early settlers of Plymouth Colony — held a three-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest. Many regard this event as the nation’s first Thanksgiving. The Wampanoag Indians in attendance played a key role. Historians have recorded ceremonies of thanks among other…
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U.S. Census Bureau Facts For Features: Halloween: Oct. 31, 2016
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Halloween, which dates back to Celtic rituals thousands of years ago, has long been associated with images of witches, ghosts and vampires. Today, Halloween has evolved into a celebration characterized by child-friendly activities, such as costumes, trick-or-treating and carving pumpkins into jack-o’-lanterns. Trick or Treat! 41.1 million The estimated…
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A political solution that Trumps economics
Q: Is there ever a political solution that Trumps economics? A: That is a very good question. Yes and no is the answer. Politicians can institute economic reforms. There can be a correlation but that does not prove causation. Trump may adopt radical economic reform that helps solve problems and that may only be possible…
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Clinton, Trump Advisers to Debate Economic Policy in EF Hutton Town Hall
October Debate in Springfield, Ohio, Attracting Undecided Voters SPRINGFIELD, Ohio, Sept. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Offering important insights into a historic presidential election, EF Hutton, the financial services firm known for its attention to client needs, is sponsoring a debate on the economic policies of the presidential candidates. Scheduled for Oct. 2, the EF Hutton Town…