Economic Outlook Puzzled by the Ebb and Flow of Recession Worries Then the Marketwatch Weekly Recession Worry Gauge Is for You
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Economist Claudia Sahm created one of the most accurate recession predictors. Here’s why she’s getting worried.
Sahm has been calling on the Fed to cut interest rates since December.MarketWatch - Business -
The S&P 500 and Wall Street’s ‘fear gauge’ are both up in 2024. Should investors be worried?
Something unusual happened in the stock market this quarter: Both the S&P 500 and Cboe Volatility Index, better known as the Vix, rose.MarketWatch - Business -
Revised figures confirm UK ended 2023 in recession
Official data shows the economy contracted during the last two quarters of last year.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
UK Confirmed in Recession at End of 2023
U.K. gross domestic product shrank 0.3% between October and December, with the economy hit by high inflation and interest rates that stifled household spending.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Forecasts for German economy see stagnation, or recession, in 2024
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Ukraine aid in limbo as Congress begins two-week recess
Speaker Mike Johnson is expected to turn the House's attention to addressing supplemental funding for U.S. allies, including Ukraine, when the chamber returns. But the path forward for the speaker is treacherous.CBS News - Politics - Ukraine -
Official data confirms UK economy slipped into recession last year
Figures offer little cheer to Rishi Sunak as his Conservative party trails heavily in opinion pollsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Oil Inches Lower With Focus on Geopolitical Risks, OPEC+ Policy
Oil prices inched lower after the UN passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and OPEC+ delegates reportedly said they see no need to change supply policy at a review meeting next week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Crypto lobbyists are on manoeuvres — and we should be worried
The scale of the campaign the industry is unleashing ahead of the US election is strikingFinancial Times - Business -
Singapore has lessons for countries worrying about debt
Tight fiscal rules can prevent the kind of investment which has helped the city state to thriveFinancial Times - World -
With TikTok Under Fire, Brands That Rely on It Worry
Many companies, particularly in the beauty and fashion industries, have boosted sales through the platform. They don’t really have a backup plan.The New York Times - Tech - Tiktok -
Ad Forecaster Raises 2024 Prediction Amid Improving Economic Outlook
While the U.S. ad market in 2023 was ‘relatively resilient,’ the outlook for 2024 looks stronger, according to Magna.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why Israel Plans to Attack Rafah Despite U.S. Doubts
The U.S. is trying to dissuade Israel from launching a ground assault in the Gaza border city of Rafah. Israel says it isn’t going to listen: Taking Rafah from Hamas is too important to its strategy for winning the war.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
After a dementia diagnosis, these 3 questions can help ease money worries
Ways to figure out whether your savings will cover your care.MarketWatch - Business -
Military leaders worry about U.S. failure to ratify Law of the Sea treaty
For years, the U.S. has failed to ratify the U.N.'s Law of the Sea treaty that covers deep sea mining. Absent America, China is set to dominate the new industry that could start next year.CBS News - Top stories -
France raises security to highest level after attack in Russia, worried about IS
After the IS claim of responsibility, France considers the threats against it.ABC News - World - Russia -
Comex Gold Settles Higher
Gold prices rose, clawing back some of Friday’s losses, with the front-month Comex contract for March settling up 0.8% at $2174.80.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Small Businesses Worry About Losing a Vital Marketing Channel If TikTok is Banned
Big Brands are less reliant on the app than small entrepreneurs, whose videos have helped many boom.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Should House Speaker Johnson be worried about ouster threat?
Marjorie Taylor Greene is looking to oust Mike Johnson as House speaker. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and political strategists Hogan Gidley and Chuck Rocha join "America Decides" to examine if Johnson should be worried.CBS News - Top stories - House -
Cohen signals Trump 'should be worried' about hush money case
Michael Cohen, the ex-personal attorney of former President Trump, said his former boss “should be worried” about the prosecutors, witnesses and evidence that are coming his way after a judge set his hush money trial start date. “He shouldn’t be ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Co-workers worry about missing colleagues in bridge collapse
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said an unknown number of workers were doing repairs on the Baltimore bridge when it was hit. At least six people are missing, authorities said.NBC News - Top stories -
2024 Fantasy Baseball: The star we're most worried about this season
These big-name players carry an alarming level of risk this fantasy baseball season. Here's who to think twice about.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Karl Rove: Democrats 'should worry' about RFK Jr.
Republican strategist Karl Rove said the Democrats “should worry” about Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr. independent bid for the White House. Democrats ramped up their criticism of Kennedy after he announced Nicole Shanahan as his running mate Tuesday. Fox ...The Hill - Politics -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs can help you go with the market’s flow
A winning fund’s strategy, a bitcoin milestone and a proven way to manage risk.MarketWatch - Business -
2024 Copa America contenders: Argentina are out in front and look strong even with Lionel Messi injury worries
CONMEBOL's mega summer event in the U.S. features Lionel Messi's world championsCBS Sports - Sports -
U.S. stocks shot up nearly 30% in 5 months. Is it time to worry about a correction?
Investors betting on a ‘perfect’ landing will focus on PCE inflation data in the week aheadMarketWatch - Business -
France raises its security readiness to highest level after attack in Russia, worried about IS
Yahoo News - World - Russia -
‘Nothing has really changed’: letters from 1719 reveal familiar worries of London life
From expensive rent to efforts to keep up with fashion, a young man’s missives on display in Cumbria are relatable to today. When Ben Browne set off on horseback from his small village in the north of England for the bright lights of London in ...The Guardian - World -
Rewatching Old Shows Could Lead To Fewer New Ones, Judd Apatow Worries
We're sorry to interrupt your 19th rewatch of The Office to share a major worry from The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up director Judd Apatow. He's concerned that people may become too comfortable checking out old shows--like Suits on ...GameSpot - Tech -
If Tories who want to run the capital think London is in New York, shouldn’t we be worried? | Marina Hyde
It was crazy to flag up UK crime using footage of the NY subway. But then, Susan Hall is the candidate: wisdom’s in short supply. So sad to see the Conservative party talking down Britain in its new attack ad for the London mayoral elections, ...The Guardian - World -
Biden aims to make North Carolina a top battleground — but Trump isn't worried yet
Trump won North Carolina by the narrowest margin in 2020. Now, Biden believes he can win it based on the changing demographics and bomb-throwing GOP nominees.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
RFK Jr.’s sister worries he’s taking votes from Biden: 'There’s so much at stake'
The sister of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is worried that her brother will act as an election disrupter and take votes away from President Biden as he mounts an independent bid against him. When asked by CNN’s Erin Burnett about why she believes voting ...The Hill - Politics -
Long-Term JGBs Edge Lower Amid Worries Over BOJ Rate-Hike Pace
Long-term JGBs edged lower in the Tokyo session, weighed by concerns over the BOJ’s rate-hike pace after last week’s policy normalization.The Wall Street Journal - World -
BlackRock’s Larry Fink is worried about ‘snowballing’ U.S. debt. Here’s how soon it could hit a record.
In his annual letter to BlackRock investors, the chairman and chief executive of the investment-management company said: “More leaders should pay attention to America’s snowballing debt.”MarketWatch - Business -
Israel Set Out to Destroy Hamas and Free Hostages---but Worries It Can't Do Both
Israeli society is divided over how to prioritize the country’s two main war aims—destroying Hamas and freeing 130 hostages kidnapped on Oct. 7 last year—and many say the goals are irreconcilable.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Pending home sales inch up in February. Realtors are worried about U.S. home prices rising faster than incomes.
U.S. pending home sales rose 1.6% in February, the National Association of Realtors said on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
TikTok creators worry about free speech and income streams if ban succeeds: 'My livelihood is at stake'
TikTokers have a lot of opinions about the potential ban of their platform. Some are scared for their incomes, and others for their freedom of speech.CNBC - Business - Tiktok -
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds
U.S. monthly jobs data return to the spotlight as investors expect the Federal Reserve will lower rates over coming months, while in Europe investors will focus on German inflation figures.The Wall Street Journal - World -
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 Years
The sentence for crimes connected to the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange caps the meteoric rise and fall of the onetime crypto king.The Wall Street Journal - World - Crypto -
WSJ Letter Writers for Congress?
In appreciation of the everyday people from across the country who can succinctly summarize, defend or refute recent articles.The Wall Street Journal - World