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GDP Release on Thursday, Here’s the Latest Forecast

https://mishtalk.com/economics/gdp-release-on-thursday-heres-the-latest-forecast/

Published: April 29, 2026 03:55

Base forecast is 1.2 percent As of April 21, the GDPNow base forecast is 1.2 percent. GDPNow Current Numbers Real Final Sales vs GDP The difference between GDP and Real Final Sales (RFS) is Change in Private Inventories that nets to zero over time. RFS is…

National Gasoline Prices Hit the Highest Level Since Start of War in Iran

https://mishtalk.com/economics/national-gasoline-prices-hit-the-highest-level-since-start-of-war-in-iran/

Published: April 28, 2026 20:56

Hello warmongers. Are you watching gasoline prices?

UAE Leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in Huge Blow to the Cartel. What’s That Mean?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/uae-leaves-opec-and-opec-in-huge-blow-to-the-cartel-whats-that-mean/

Published: April 28, 2026 16:14

The UAE decides that its best interests are leaving the group. Let's discuss the implications.

A Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Creating New Housing Has Already Failed

https://mishtalk.com/economics/a-bipartisan-bill-aimed-at-creating-new-housing-has-already-failed/

Published: April 28, 2026 07:37

Housing bill to promote more home building is having the opposite effect.

Should Disney Fire Jimmy Kimmel After His Trump Assassination Joke?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/should-disney-fire-jimmy-kimmel-after-his-trump-assassination-joke/

Published: April 28, 2026 01:42

There have now been three attempts on Trump's life. It is no joking matter.

Day 56, an Uneasy Stalemate in Iran, Germany Says Trump Has No Strategy

https://mishtalk.com/ask/day-56-an-uneasy-stalemate-in-iran-germany-says-trump-has-no-strategy/

Published: April 27, 2026 17:24

Iran makes a proposal the US won't accept. The US makes demands Iran won't accept.

Warsh Will Now Be Confirmed as Fed Chair. But What Does it Mean?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/warsh-will-now-be-confirmed-as-fed-chair-but-what-does-it-mean/

Published: April 27, 2026 04:35

Let's investigate the theory that a "great new game" is underway.

Is China Selling US Treasuries? AI View, Consensus View, and the Right View

https://mishtalk.com/economics/is-china-selling-us-treasuries-ai-view-consensus-view-and-the-right-view/

Published: April 26, 2026 18:39

Here are three viewpoints, one is correct.

Mideast Dollar Funding Panic, Bessent Portrays it as Strength

https://mishtalk.com/economics/mideast-dollar-funding-panic-bessent-portrays-it-as-strength/

Published: April 25, 2026 22:22

I was asked to comment on US dollar swap lines to Mideast oil producers.

Is There Any Point to the Latest Peace Negotiations With Iran?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/is-there-any-point-to-the-latest-peace-negotiations-with-iran/

Published: April 25, 2026 16:47

Trump wants Iran to say what's on the table. The opposite is true as well.

All Quiet on the Long-Bond Front. How Long Can This Last?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/all-quiet-on-the-long-bond-front-how-long-can-this-last/

Published: April 25, 2026 00:14

The 30-year bond has been remarkable stable given wild stock and oil market gyrations.

Justice Department Ends Probe of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, Or Does It?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/justice-department-ends-probe-of-fed-chair-jerome-powell-or-does-it/

Published: April 24, 2026 17:19

The DOJ wording suggests the matter is not closed.

Reflections on Tesla Earnings “The Crash Will Be Epic”

https://mishtalk.com/economics/reflections-on-tesla-earnings-the-crash-will-be-epic/

Published: April 24, 2026 04:14

Let's review Tesla's earnings report with a top US fund manager.

Trump Labels China and India “Hellhole Countries” How Many Will That Offend?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/trump-labels-china-and-india-hellhole-countries-how-many-will-that-offend/

Published: April 23, 2026 22:45

Every day, Trump does something to offend more voters.

Trump Claims “Total Control of the Strait” Is There a Fact Check?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/trump-claims-total-control-of-the-strait-is-there-a-fact-check/

Published: April 23, 2026 19:11

Let's do a series of fact checks on control of the strait.

Massive Insider Trading by the Trump Administration or Its Hot Connections

https://mishtalk.com/economics/insider-trading-by-the-trump-administration-or-its-hot-connections/

Published: April 23, 2026 16:20

Details prove insider trading by Trump or his connections is not conjecture.

A Messy Tariff Refund Process Has Begun. Sorry, Businesses Only for Now

https://mishtalk.com/economics/a-messy-tariff-refund-process-has-begun-sorry-businesses-only-for-now/

Published: April 23, 2026 04:48

Customs launched its online portal Monday starting a refund process.

Which Political Party Really Wants Fair and Honest Elections?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/which-political-party-really-wants-fair-and-honest-elections/

Published: April 22, 2026 22:19

Let's look at actions, not words, and national legislation too, not just state level.

Trump Says Indefinite Cease-Fire Will Not Last Indefinitely. What’s His Game Plan?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/trump-says-indefinite-cease-fire-will-not-last-indefinitely-whats-his-game-plan/

Published: April 22, 2026 17:50

Believe it or not, we need to discuss "Sherman's March to the Sea".

Virginia Voters Approve Gerrymandering. How Many Seats Will Democrats Pick Up?

https://mishtalk.com/economics/virginia-voters-approve-gerrymandering-how-many-seats-will-democrats-pick-up/

Published: April 22, 2026 15:33

The probable answer is four, pending legislation.