Fiscal Policy

The recent slide of the U.S. dollar has reignited investor interest in gold. Tailwinds for the yellow metal have been twofold, from geopolitical uncertainty and concerns over the long-term sustainability of American fiscal policy. The latest blow to dollar confidence came from Moody's downgrade, as...

The Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, during the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting, expressed his disappointment over the depreciating U.S. dollar and said that no one would want to hold assets in a currency that was falling in value. What Happened: Talking about the U.S. dollar, Buffett said...

On Saturday, Elon Musk voiced his concerns regarding the U.S. government’s fiscal approach. What Happened: Musk took to X to express his concerns about the U.S. government’s fiscal policy and criticized the government’s overspending, stating that it’s leading to bankruptcy...

In his characteristic candidness, Charlie Munger, late vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK)(NYSE:BRK), shared his insights on economic cycles and government interventions, providing a nuanced perspective on the economic climate several years ago. Here’s a look back at what he...

China unveiled its economic objectives for the year at the 2024 National People's Congress, stirring diverse reactions across equity indices tracking Chinese stocks. While domestic Chinese stocks have displayed signs of optimism, rallying in response to the government’s announcements,...

Over 85% of Americans are deeply concerned about the grave impact the burgeoning national debt may have on their future, according to a new study. What Happened: A survey from John Zogby Strategies for the non-profit organization Main Street Economics gauged the awareness and apprehensions of some...

Olivier Blanchard, a renowned economist and former chief economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has voiced serious concerns about the potential for a fiscal crisis in the U.S., attributing the risk to the country’s significantly expanded deficits and a political climate resistant...

In a series of tweets on Thursday, former Federal Reserve economist Claudia Sahm shared her insights on the potential for a soft landing in 2024, crediting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for this outcome. Using a flight simulator image of Everest base camp’s Lukla airport, Sahm...

The U.S. Treasury Department has lowered its estimate for federal borrowing in the fourth quarter to $776 billion, down from the previously predicted $852 billion. Investors are breathing a sigh of relief with this cut, given their rising worries over the expanding fiscal deficit. However, even...

The IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook paints a promising picture of the U.S. economy, with strong growth and a stable job market, indicating the rising likelihood of a “soft landing” scenario whereby inflation declines in line with a muted output slowdown. However, the IMF...