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The minerals aren't rare. China's marginal advantage is a willingness to accept human and environmental costs other nations eschewed. Read More

Here are our picks for the advances to watch in the years ahead—and why we think they matter right now. Read More

The nation is splitting into three distinct economic realities: the Have-Nots (stalling) ... the Haves (coasting) ... and the Have-Lots... Read More

We’re barely into the new year, and companies are shedding more jobs due to AI. But experts say that’s not the omen you think it... Read More

Emerging markets have long captivated investors with their promise of rapid economic growth and diversification benefits. Read More

Wildfires destroyed 13,000 homes 12 months ago. In Los Angeles County, just seven have been rebuilt. Read More

Be fearful when the majority is complacent.  Read More

Even with the Fed's help.  Read More

At the core of Vanceonomics is a preferential option for government intervention. Read More

It may be too late to save California from itself. That’s the sad truth. And it’s the fault of progressive interests,... Read More

On Tuesday morning, the Trump administration acknowledged a spike in grocery prices. On Tuesday afternoon, Trump played make-believe anyway. Read More

China’s trade surplus — the amount by which its exports exceed its imports — hit a staggering $1.19 trillion in 2025,... Read More

There are already flying taxis in China. There’s drone delivery of meals too. About the leaps taking place in China, some will say we... Read More

The full retirement age for those born in 1960 or later is 67. At that age, you’ll receive your full Social Security retirement... Read More

Affordability has become the defining economic issue of the moment. Headline inflation hovers around 3 percent... Read More

Since January 20, 2025, the second Trump administration’s foreign policy has driven global chaos and corruption, while undermining... Read More

Netflix appears poised to acquire Warner Brothers despite a hostile takeover bid from Paramount Pictures. However, the deal still must be... Read More

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to emulate Sweden and Denmark's democratic socialism, but critics warn higher taxes would hit middle class... Read More

The difference between red and blue states is not just a matter of degree; it is a qualitative difference based on the loss of freedom in... Read More

Let the market run free. Read More

For all the points of disagreement between them, both major parties seem to agree the government should be running the economy. Read More

After decades of trying, it looks as if inflation and nominal income growth have finally reset to a new, faster baseline.  Read More

Relying on past strategies or reputations to get you through changing times is a dangerous game to play. Read More

In 2025, we worried that the trade war and immigration restrictions would lead to stagflation.  Read More

2025 wasn't a good year for stock pickers Read More

On the true value of home equity and how to unlock it. Read More

Pulte has been a policy cannon of remarkable energy if questionable accuracy Read More

When governments take equity stakes, investors should pay attention.  Read More

Four intermediate term risks Read More

Deficits fund entitlement spending which raises consumption and corporate profits. Read More