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The U.S. economy is entering its fourth year of an expansion that began in May 2020, according to the Business Cycle Dating Committee at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in Cambridge, Massachusetts. A year and a half ago, I said: Business and politics talk column Measures of production, income and sales showed economic growth, not the recession predicted by Permabear and some partisan observers. This issue is relevant to state fiscal policy, as revenues tend to follow cycles. Why do we believe the U.S. economy is still expanding? Four reasons. There's also one possibility as to why the…

StudioEasy/iStock via Getty Images Debt Structure – Leverage The current recorded on-balance sheet dollar liabilities are $94,75 Trillion. See the breakdown below: TOTAL DOLLAR LIABILITIES (FRED, BIS) Current dollar liabilities is 357% of U.S. GDP currently (recorded $94 T., not included $80T FX Swaps, other offshore bilateral repo transactions). After the GFC dollar leverage (recorded on balance sheet) structurally decreased from 380% of GDP to 340% by the end of 2019. In a response to COVID debt to GDP jumped to 410%, since than moderated to 357%. U.S. Debt to GDP (TRADINGVIEW) To break down the dollar leverage, we can…

When it comes to predicting where the U.S. economy will go, the hardest part is choosing which battles to fight. For economists and forecasters, extremes are easy. The deluge of data and the pressure for attention leads many to declare that the sky is falling or that boom times are just around the corner. For central banks like the Federal Reserve, which has the even tougher task of keeping the economy in balance, getting the right amount of support and pressure right can be a difficult task.This year, the difficulty was on full display. Most economists were worried earlier this…

By Climate Change Advocates | December 3, 2023 As communities around the world continue to experience the devastating effects of climate change, the need to accelerate climate adaptation and resilience efforts has never been clearer. Businesses have a big role to play in driving adaptation and resilience. Although progress is already being made, significant gaps remain. At COP28, the first annual implementation report of the Sharm El Sheikh Adaptation Agenda (SAA) will assess progress towards its implementation. Launched by the President of Egypt at COP27, SAA, through collaboration with High-Level Champions (HLCs), aims to deliver priority global adaptation outcomes urgently…

“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” Benjamin Franklin I was having lunch with a friend, an experienced businessman, and I asked him what he thought was the defining difference between a new venture succeeding or failing. He replied, “A good business plan.” We agreed that a good business plan is one that provides as much information as possible in as few words as possible. We then discussed what a good business plan would include. We suggest an outline and approach for creating a business plan. the purpose: State your company's purpose in one positive, declarative sentence.…

What Taylor Swift is teaching women about businessGetty Images Taylor Swift has more than just the ability to churn out catchy songs. In fact, Swift is a master of business acumen, with a keen sense of strategy and knowing when to stick to her guns. Her success is no coincidence and serves as an excellent example for anyone looking to build a brand or develop a career. Whether you're a fan of Swift's music or not, there's no denying the valuable lessons we can all learn from her entrepreneurial spirit and drive. Whether you consider yourself a fan of Taylor…

Branding is not just a concept for companies. It is the way individuals express themselves to the world. In the latest episode of The Small Business Show, we discuss how your company's brand is a powerful tool for growing your business. We'll be joined by personal branding strategist, keynote speaker, award-winning author, and Selfbrand.com founder Catherine Kaputa. Since starting the fight for New York, Kaputa has led the famous “I Love New York” campaign. She said that despite her best efforts, her team was unable to obtain President Ford's assistance. It wasn't until they invested in brand research that they…

As your business becomes more complex, so does your efficiency. As you add more people to your team, you need more advanced infrastructure to keep your company running smoothly. Without a plan, you won't know if you're maximizing productivity in all areas of your growing business. Understanding business operations helps business leaders maintain efficiency while scaling. Here's how to optimize business operations to support the success of your company. What is business operation? Business operations are the collection of day-to-day tasks and processes that a company performs to generate revenue. Efficient operations make the most of a company's resources, reduce…

2024 is just around the corner, which means it may be time for business owners to “reimagine” their business strategy. In the latest episode of The Small Business Show, we welcome America's number one small business expert, CEO of Quintessence Group, and best-selling author, Melinda Emerson. Emerson, also known as the “SmallBizLady,” has experience acquiring and retaining small business clients. She specializes in helping Fortune 500 clients and small businesses effectively leverage digital marketing, guiding them through key development stages and providing advertising advice to small businesses. With less than 60 days until the new year, there are several considerations…

As your business becomes more complex, it can also become less efficient. As you add more people to your team, you need a more sophisticated infrastructure to keep your company running smoothly. Without a plan, it's difficult to know whether you're maximizing productivity in all areas of your growing business. Understanding business operations helps business leaders maintain efficiency as they scale. Learn how to optimize your business operations to support your company's success. What is business operations? Business operations are the collection of routine tasks and processes that a company performs to generate revenue. Efficient operations maximize the use of…