The Great American Purge | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  It seems like there are more jobs than ever… President Biden recently noted that right now – there are two jobs for every worker in America. However, when it comes to employment, quality matters more than quantity. And even with so many of these jobs out there – according to the Department of Labor……

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Relief in Sight: Will Inflation Go Down in 2023?

Consumers and businesses alike continue to make adjustments to navigate a season of historic inflation. The 2022 holiday shopping season saw a decline in consumer spending, with retail sales actually falling 0.6% from November to December. Struggling Americans have been forced to prioritize food and essentials over discretionary expenses, leaving the entire nation longing for…

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Brace for Impact: How to Make Preparations for Economic Collapse

Strap yourselves in, folks. By all indications, America is in for a bumpy ride. According to a survey from Empower and Personal Capital, 74% of Americans are worried about a 2023 recession. But don’t panic. Here are some strategies you can use as you make preparations for economic collapse in the coming months. Is America…

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Target’s BIG Miss | From the Mind of the Gorilla

The word “big” is subjective… What could be big to one person is relatively small to another. For example… Slapping down $5 million for a home may be a BIG purchase for the vast majority of us – but for somebody like Jeff Bezos – $5 million is the equivalent of an expensive dinner. So,…

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Ups and Downs: When Interest Rates Rise, What Happens to Stocks?

With inflation rising to unprecedented levels, the U.S. Federal Reserve is pushing back by raising the interest rate. The strategy is simple: higher interest rates make it harder for consumers to borrow money for large purchases. Higher interest rates are expected to bring prices back down by lowering consumer demand. But what happens to stocks…

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Zuckerberg’s Mea Culpa | From the Mind of the Gorilla

2022 has been a rough year for a lot of people… But for Meta (formerly Facebook) – it’s been absolutely disastrous. Shares of the social media giant are down 70% as I write this… But just a few weeks ago – they were down almost 75%. That’s a MASSIVE drop – and an even bigger…

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The Gathering Storm: Will There Be a Recession in 2023?

The cost of living is officially up by 11.1%, the highest increase since 1981. As interest rates and consumer prices climb steadily higher, the threat of a recession casts a shadow over the American economy. Will there be a recession in 2023? No one has a crystal ball, but there are some signs that indicate…

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Economic Climate Change: What Defines Bear Markets?

Many of your investment decisions are influenced by broad economic trends. It’s common to hear economists and financial experts talk about a bull or a bear market. You’ll even need to adjust your investment strategy depending on these prevailing market conditions. But what exactly defines bear markets? Here’s everything you need to know about bear…

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Change Isn’t Always Good | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  They say the ONLY constant in life is change… And that those who are best suited to adapt to those changes – are the best suited to survive. Well… At least according to Charles Darwin. They also say that change is good… However, that’s not really the case, is it? Sure, sometimes it’s great……

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