finance

Money talks; reviewing the global economy, government spending, taxes, and economic policy that affect our social and political future.

How to Stash More Cash Without Sacrificing Comfort in 2024
Saving money doesn't have to be a painful experience. In fact, with the right approach, you can set aside more cash without even noticing a difference in your daily life. The key is to adopt innovative strategies that subtly enhance your saving habits. This article explores simple yet effective tricks to help you save more while maintaining comfort and enjoyment.
By Sanjay Kumarabout a year ago in The Swamp
China’s Economic Struggles: Why the World’s Second-Largest Economy is Facing a Long Road to Recovery
Recent data reveals that China is struggling to revive its pre-pandemic growth momentum, facing issues ranging from a persistent real estate crisis to declining foreign investments. This article explores the key factors contributing to China's economic difficulties, the measures being taken to address them, and the broader implications for global markets.
By 9 to 112 years ago in The Swamp
Stock Market Flash Crash
Too long to read? Key Takeaways: 1. Japan's surprise rate hike sparked the flash crash: The BoJ's unexpected move caught even major financial institutions off guard, triggering a chain reaction that led to the market downturn.
By Asset Alchemist2 years ago in The Swamp
Female Democrat or Male Republican?
I wasn't going to touch on politics for awhile, but with only two more months until election day it seems like I can't avoid it. I had been inspired briefly by the Republicans and Trump while I considered reestablishing my voting privilege (an option I have) so that I could responsibly take part in the democratic process. The me I was a decade ago would have no doubts about doing that and would think it my honor and my duty to vote. The me today is trying not to laugh at how both candidates are the most ridiculous I've ever seen.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
Cashless Health Insurance: Understanding the Process and Benefits
The financial support it offers in the event of a medical emergency is the only reason we get health insurance plan. Additionally, the insured anticipates that there will be no difficulties in paying hospital costs during a stressful hospital stay, with all payments being paid directly between the insurance company and the networked hospital.
By Madeeha Khan2 years ago in The Swamp
Rachel Reeves: New Chancellor.
One remembers the cuts to services under 14 years of Conservative government. These cuts largely hit the poorest in society and were usually services people depended on. The new Labour government said there will be no return to austerity under their watch.
By Nicholas Bishop2 years ago in The Swamp
Trump's Campaign Raises Over $4M in Cryptocurrency
The recent surge in cryptocurrency donations to Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is a notable development in the intersection of politics and digital finance.
By Jose Mejia2 years ago in The Swamp
Dear Future President
It's time for another political article because as I surf through Twitter and Youtube I'm seeing post after post about Trump and Kamala. Oy ve and a half. Look what America has been reduced to: Trump, the felon who causes insurrections or Kamala, the brain dead druggie who can't complete an actual real sentence. We are so doomed. Still, if I could vote, I'd give my vote to the felon. At least I can understand him when he speaks.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
Necropolitics
It’s 2024. It's been twenty years since I was in high school. It's been twenty-one years since the invasion of Iraq, and 23 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in The Swamp
Unrighteous rules keeping the beach from the public
Last night I was restless and had some extra energy. I also had some gas in my now running car so I decided to go to the beach. It was after 9 p.m. but I figured it's summertime and it would be nice to walk on the sand under the moonlight. I had enough money for public parking if there was to be a fee for evening parking. To my discontented surprise, when I got there to Clearwater Beach, the public parking area was closed off and the whole beach area looked like a ghost town. I drove down the boulevard that follows the beach passing hotel after hotel and the quietness and stillness was eery, almost creepy and spooky. Where was everyone in the middle of July?
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
The Possibility of a Self-Implosion of the Immigrant Chaos in the US
There is a possibility that the chaos caused by immigrants in the United States could self-impplode. The SAVE Act and its implications are discussed. ( The SAVE Act, a proposed law that mandates only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections, has generated considerable debate and controversy.)
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
Extreme socialism contains its own destruction
Extreme socialism contains its own destruction Be very careful what you wish for. The basic idealism of the anti-capitalists, extreme socialist and communist political activists, is simple. You take all the wealth from group A (all those who have above average wealth now) and you share this out with group B (the political leaders and senior bureaucrats of the new government) and group C (all those employed by the state) and group D ( everybody else)
By Peter Rose2 years ago in The Swamp