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Money talks; reviewing the global economy, government spending, taxes, and economic policy that affect our social and political future.
Elon Musk Boosts Tesla Stock Hype with Bold Self Driving Claims Before Earnings Report
Elon Musk Boosts Tesla Stock Hype with Bold Self Driving Claims Before Earnings Report As Tesla prepares to release its earnings Elon Musk reignites buzz around Full Self Driving technology investors weigh hype versus reality.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
SNL's Viral 'White Lotus' Trump Spoof Fans Call It the Funniest Sketch of 2025.
SNL's Viral 'White Lotus' Trump Spoof Fans Call It the Funniest Sketch of 2025 SNL imagines Trump and his family as chaotic guests at a 'White Lotus' style resort leaving viewers laughing and critics praising its sharp political satire.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Is the New Tariff War Between the U.S. and China a Threat to Global Stability? . AI-Generated.
Introduction In today’s highly connected world, global trade influences the lives of nearly everyone, from top-level policymakers to everyday consumers. One of the hottest topics in global economics is the ongoing tariff war between the United States and China. As of 2025, a fresh wave of tariffs has stirred concerns about rising prices, economic uncertainty, and potential disruptions in the global supply chain. But is this just another chapter in a long-standing rivalry—or does it signal a larger threat to global stability?
By Sohel Zain10 months ago in The Swamp
Trade Tariffs and Economic Impact
How Rising Tariff Policies Are Reshaping Global Trade and Threatening Economic Stability: In recent years, the world has witnessed a dramatic resurgence of tariff-based trade policies, a trend that is not only reshaping the global trade landscape but also threatening long-term economic stability. Once seen as tools of the past, tariffs are now at the forefront of economic nationalism and geopolitical tension.
By Bashir Ahmad Enayat10 months ago in The Swamp
Global Market Rally in Danger? Key Warning Signs Investors Can't Ignore in 2025.
Global Market Rally in Danger? Key Warning Signs Investors Can't Ignore in 2025. The global markets have shown signs of optimism in recent weeks buoyed by a relief rally that followed months of uncertainty and volatility. However beneath the surface of this newfound optimism lie growing concerns that the rally may not be as sustainable as it appears. As traders and investors try to hold onto gains warning signs are beginning to emerge across multiple markets suggesting that this rebound may be more fragile than initially believed.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Tesla Stock Soars 20% Today Here's Why TSLA is Skyrocketing in April 2025
Tesla Stock Soars 20% Today Here's Why TSLA is Skyrocketing in April 2025 On April 9, 2025 Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) experienced an extraordinary rally on the stock market with shares soaring over 20% in a single day. This dramatic rise has captured the attention of investors analysts and financial media alike. But what exactly triggered this surge and why is Tesla seeing such strong investor interest today?
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Warns of 50% Tariffs on China: Trade War Tensions Rise in 2025.
Trump Warns of 50% Tariffs on China: Trade War Tensions Rise in 2025. In a bold and provocative statement former U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a massive 50% tariff on Chinese goods if Beijing does not drop its own retaliatory tariffs. The warning has sent shockwaves through global markets and reignited fears of a renewed trade war between the world’s two largest economies.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Japan Stock Market Crash 2025 Nikkei 225 Plunges Into Bear Market After Worst Fall Since COVID-19
Japan Stock Market Crash 2025 Nikkei 225 Plunges Into Bear Market After Worst Fall Since COVID-19 In a dramatic turn of events global stock markets especially across Asia have witnessed one of their worst downtrends since the COVID-19 crisis. The Tokyo Nikkei 225 Index has taken center stage with an alarming plunge of 7.83% on Monday alone. This latest decline caps a brutal three day rout that has slashed 12.85% off the index and dragged Japan's premier stock index into bear market territory down a staggering 22.32% from its 2025 high set in July 2024. The Nikkei’s steep decline has sent shockwaves through global financial communities with market analysts scrambling to decipher the causes behind such a dramatic fall. While a bear market is typically defined as a decline of 20% or more from recent highs the Nikkei has exceeded that threshold confirming the worst fears of investors who had already been wary amid persistent global uncertainties. Year to date the index has lost 21.95% of its value marking one of the worst performances not seen since the market upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This drop is not just a statistical blip it's a reflection of deeper economic anxieties ranging from sluggish domestic demand slowing exports and concerns over the central bank’s tightening monetary policies.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Cultural Protestantism and The Spirit of Austerity
It was a relatively warm night in Berlin when this article began to take shape. I was sitting in a pub in Charlottenburg, half-listening to the hum of overlapping conversations across from me, two friends were describing the economic differences between East and West Germany, and how culture still seemed to influence wealth, ambition, and social discipline. Something about it struck a nerve. This article is a reflection on that influence, on how a religious ethos may have evolved into an economic morality, shaping not just policies but entire cultures.
By Sergios Saropoulos10 months ago in The Swamp
