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Has the Federal Reserve Gone Too Far?
The Fed raised the fed funds rate by 75 basis points (bps) on July 27 - have they gone too far?
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Executive Strategy
Current Market Trends — 3 Key Insights You Should Know
There are markets that will experience a slowing rate of growth in the second half of 2022 and into 2023.
Alan Beaulieu
Jul 28, 2022
Industry Updates
Auto Production Has Passed Though a Trough − What It Means for You
Our analysis of the latest data is that North America Light Vehicle Production established a low in March 2022.
ITR Economics
Jul 26, 2022
9.1% Is Not the Most Important Number
The June CPI result reflected a 9.1% year-over-year rate of inflation. It was the highest rate experienced in the US since Nov 1981.
Brian Beaulieu
Jul 21, 2022
Industry Updates
The Downside and the Upside of a Return to Normal
Now that the consumer has “backed off” from the torrid pace, there is too much inventory. Excess inventory will lead to a decline in orders in those...
Brian Beaulieu
Jul 14, 2022
Industry Updates
Income Meets Government; Irony Ensues
Real (i.e., inflation-adjusted) personal income – as earned for productive economic participation – is at a record high.
ITR Economics
Jul 12, 2022
Solutions
The Threat of Higher Interest Rates – Driven by Inflation Pressures
These are significant shifts in monetary policy that will negatively impact the consumer and businesses if carried too far.
Brian and Alan Beaulieu
Jul 6, 2022
2030s Depression
2008 Great Recession vs 2030s Great Depression: Similarities and Differences
ITR Economics put together a comparison of the 2008 Great Recession vs the 2030s Great Depression to help you best prepare for what’s to come.
ITR Economics
Jun 30, 2022
Executive Strategy
Headlines of Horror
News headlines don't often provide accurate insights about the future. See how leading indicators and economic trends can give you the data you need.
Brian Beaulieu
Jun 23, 2022
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