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The whole place is going to resemble a 'bordello'. The Oval Office already looks like the check in lobby area for a 'bordello'. Beyond the monies spent, what a shame for the whole thing.
Hi @Old_Joe
The below is a very good overview. The report is widely followed, and the data is announced and discussed at/on Bloomberg and CNBC tv business programs, and others.
ADP report
The ADP National Employment Report (also known as the ADP R…
As the BLS agency provides data to Social Security to establish COLA for SS (and others), might it be expected that SS COLA (set in October) may be flat or negative for recipients; effectively stating that there is no inflation? Perhaps this functio…
Hi @Observant1 NO. I didn't feel you were 'picking' on the health investments. I was more or less writing 'out loud' how we have attempted to justify investment sectors for our overall portfolio of 'everything', which includes all the other stuff, …
I would like to see this turned around for the sake of 'rule of law', and many other reasons.
LAST for tonight. SOON the U.S. will be surrounded by the TARIFF curtain. 42 minutes.
Hi @Observant1 I fully agree about the lobbying; and the money that is spent on 'ads'.
Part of our thoughts about where to invest comes from where is the demand?
We knew and watched prior generations and the monies that were going towards health…
Hi @Old_Joe Apparently, there is a delay of the newest tariffs. Reportedly, if your watch ships prior to August 8th, you're good to go. Canada's new 35% rate apparently isn't clear what the new rate will apply towards.
AND, The White House also ha…
Canada just got bumped to 35%, as T is pissed about Carney stating that Canada would support a Palestine state, with conditions; at the upcoming NATO meeting.
Hi @JD_co
Does the Big Beautiful con job sabotage the Bull market?
More so now than a short time ago, I do believe.
Europe has been soft for several trading days, after the very large gains. Many Global sectors were downward today (Thursday).
The 'whacks'.......such a dangerous circumstance, as 'the rule of law' becomes smaller. He'll be in line for the Supreme when Thomas goes bye-bye. The Heavens, help us.
I can't/won't write here, what I would really like to write.
If this was a new thread, I'm not sure what the proper subject line would be.
However, the witty minds here can help with that. Thank you in advance for you submissions.
I'm thinking: "Coming to a mailbox near you; a collectable autograph on a U.S…
I did two searches for the EU US tariff deal using slightly different wording. The results are below with some redundancy.
#1 A trade deal between the US and EU was announced with a 15% tariff on most European goods imported to the US. The deal …
Speech in Scotland earlier today (Sunday). IMO the reporters questions wandered away from the subject matter, as has been common too often. Past this there was a lot of wandering in the speech, too; which has also been common. The eyes and ears of t…
Bradley Edwards, Epstein victims attorney; states that a subpoena may be issued to obtain 'the birthday book' from Epstein's estate. A very good overview, if you're interested in the knowledge. The video with Lawrence O'Donnell of MSNBC, is from lat…
Yes, I watch this area more than some; as Michigan is my home.
The Japan tariff agreement seems a bit strange and tilted.
Your opinion may vary.
ADD: GM, The automaker forecasts a full-year 2025 tariff impact between $4 billion and $5 billion.
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@Observant1 HA! I knew where that link was going. Mr. T.... Pity the Fool!, Shut up Fool! And Geo Peppard and the cigars.
@Old_Joe I'll check that link. Thank you.
Hi @WABAC Check this mortgage and other rates discussion link
At the right top you'll see a list of numbers. Click 1 for page one. This will take you to the beginning of the thread, that is August, 2024 started by 'bee'. The title/subject is Pre…
I don't think this really clarifies stablecoin vs FDIC, at least to me. Muddy waters for me.
--- However, it is important to note that FDIC insurance does not directly apply to stablecoins themselves. FDIC insurance protects deposits held in insure…
Hi @yogibearbull Thank you for you reporting on the serious piece(s) of legislation. I'll add with some redundancy.
The GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins), signed into law by President Donald Trump on J…
For the curious. The information is presumed accurate.
Investing in private equity through a 401(k) plan is a relatively new and evolving concept that has generated discussion among investors and industry professionals.
Here's what to know:
Pot…
Hi @hank Thanks for you work, too.
The early period starting in 2006, for several years was the main contribution period into the account. With the equity market melt in 2008 and not really getting back to 'even' for about 4 years is when we conti…
As we all know, as has been stated here many times, there are a lot of variables affecting a portfolio mix.
I offer this 19 year old real world example for a 529 for a view over time.
This is a self-directed account started at 50/50 equity/bond wi…
Hi @hank et al
A portion from my initial write above
--- As international investors, both retail and large houses continue to watch the machinations in this country. Many will have second thoughts about U.S. holdings,
as they watch the 'rule of law…
I'll provide this for now; as we have a 9 yo nephew bday party that can not be missed.
A new French mural. There is an arrow on the right edge to step through the images. OR select the red arrow at the left bottom for audio/video and wait for a sh…
Sure is okay to discuss. And necessary.
Let us suppose an American investor has chosen to invest in U.S. centered holdings, due to the stability of the country. 40% equity, 20% investment grade bonds and 40% in MMKT's. Oh, wait; that is our house.
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Indeed ! This is a snippet of information regarding the KW-26 model of crypto equipment I serviced based on 'tubes', I also worked on 'newer and other' transistor based models. You may choose to take a quick peek of a KW-26 document with a lot of op…
Hi @Old_Joe Yes to the tube types. With many uses for these tube types, there must have been millions built. I worked on some audio equipment that used these tubes, for the last time, in the mid 80's.
Hi @JD_co He also blamed Biden for Powell. He kinda mumbled through some wording in that area mentioning about Biden appointing Powell. He didn't mention this time that he appointed Powell and that Biden's part was to extend Powell's time at the po…
Hi @hank That Westinghouse, model H862N7, 1962 was likely built in the USA. A 'tube' model that also has two CD (Civil Defense) bands in the AM tuner. This period going forward began to find many 'legal naming rights' to be maintained, although m…
