Many are unwilling to accept that the US is becoming an aging, slow-growing economic power. Exports to China will be critical for America’s economic future.
The proliferation of energy-hungry portable electronic devices has boosted global demand for lithium-ion batteries. Recharge your portfolio with lithium.
The US is unlikely to default on its debt obligations. Instead, expect a relatively small deal that leaves the debt ceiling as a key issue for the 2012 general election.
Governments have always interfered with the investment process. The state’s role in finance and the economy will only increase in the decades ahead.
What slowdown in demand? The latest global data points to higher prices for iron ore.
The straight story from Greece, ground zero for Europe’s brewing financial crisis.
Emerging markets in Asia are poised for a comeback in the second half of the year.
Until Greece restructures its economy and replaces public-sector jobs with private-sector ones, the country’s woes will continue.
Conspiracy theories about the Fed’s intentions make for enjoyable reading, but they don’t help investors with the decisions that really matter.
Population growth will pressure an already-dwindling resource critical to life itself.
