Craig Shapiro

Economist Nouriel Roubini believes the markets are the last line of defense against President Donald Trump’s ‘worst instincts’ on the economic front. What Happened: On Thursday, Roubini, who is popular referred to as “Dr. Doom” for predicting 2008 financial crisis,...

The Federal Court’s decision to strike down President Donald Trump‘s tariffs could have a widespread effect on the economy, stock market and individual companies, which were starting to settle with the idea of higher duties. What Happened: Considering the same level of imports from 2024...

U.S. stock futures jumped on Thursday after ending lower on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices rose over 1% in premarket. A federal court has invalidated global tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a move that could reshape...

Craig Shapiro, the macro strategist at the Bear Traps Report, made a case for holding Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as he explained how the value of the traditional currencies was constantly being challenged by growing debt and inflation. What Happened: According to Shapiro, higher deficits are likely to...

As U.S. Treasury yields spike alongside falling equities and a weakening dollar, investor Chamath Palihapitiya puts the blame squarely on the media and the political establishment. What Happened: On Wednesday, in a post on X, Palihapitiya, while talking about the rising yields and renewed...

Editor's Note: This article has been updated to reflect the accurate yields for the 2-year and 10-year Treasury bonds. U.S. stock futures dipped on Wednesday after ending lower on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading lower in premarket. The S&P 500 index snapped its six-day...

After the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its estimates for the distributional effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, this economist questioned the Donald Trump administration about the inflating deficit and its inclination toward catering to the wealthiest Americans. What Happened:...

Economist Justin Wolfers is once again directing criticism at President Donald Trump, this time taking aim at the administration's sweeping tax and spending bill, which Trump has described as “one big, beautiful bill.” What Happened: Speaking on the TheRickWilson podcast on Tuesday,...

After the long-term 30-year Treasury yield jumped over 5% intraday on Monday following Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. debt, this economist suggested that the Federal Reserve shouldn’t worry and let the bond vigilantes do the work. What Happened: Craig Shapiro, the macro strategist at...

The 90-day pause on tariffs between the U.S. and China has resulted in a rally and positive market sentiment. However, experts caution that this reprieve is not a definitive end to the trade war, leaving significant uncertainty over the long term. What Happened: According to John Murillo, Chief...

What Happened: On Monday, macro strategist Craig Shapiro shared his views on X, commenting on the narrowing odds of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve following the de-escalation of the trade war with China. He says the odds in favor of an aggressive rate cut were spurred by the China...

Economist Craig Shapiro shared his insights on the unfolding U.S.-China trade dynamics, warning that while a tariff truce may calm immediate market fears, it could have unintended consequences for the broader economy. What Happened: Shapiro, a macro strategist at Bear Traps Report, suggested that...

As the U.S. and China move toward initiating trade talks, this expert says that China could use “geopolitical game theory” by selling all its U.S. holdings, which could force the administration to cave in without any negotiations. What Happened: According to economist Craig Shapiro, the...

Economist and fund manager Craig Shapiro is not mincing words on President Donald Trump and his latest attempts at centralizing economic power in the White House. What Happened: On Sunday, Shapiro, the founder of The Collaborative Fund and a macro strategist at The Bear Trap Report,...

Economist Craig Shapiro has taken a jibe at President Donald Trump after the administration hinted at a deal with China amid the ongoing market turmoil. He suggested that Trump was caving on all his promises and proposed policies. What Happened: Shapiro, a macro strategist at the Bears Trap Reports...