Monthly Archives: April 2018

The Oil Curse Comes to Washington

Posted on April 27, 2018 by MN Gordon

Prices rise and prices fall.  So, too, they fall and rise.  This is how the supply and demand sweet spot is continually discovered – and rediscovered. When supply exceeds demand for a good or service, prices fall.  Conversely, when demand … Continue reading →

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From Fake Boom to Real Bust

Posted on April 20, 2018 by MN Gordon

More is revealed with each passing day.  You can count on it.  But what exactly the ‘more is of’ requires careful discrimination.  Is the ‘more’ merely more noise?  Or is it something of actual substance?  Today we endeavor to pass … Continue reading →

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Rise of the Japanese Androids

Posted on April 13, 2018 by MN Gordon

One of the unspoken delights in life is the rich satisfaction that comes with bearing witness to the spectacular failure of an offensive and unjust system.  This week served up a lavish plate of delicious appetizers with both a style and … Continue reading →

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Trade War Game On!

Posted on April 6, 2018 by MN Gordon

“Things sure are getting exciting again, ain’t they?”  The remark was made by a colleague on Tuesday morning, as we stepped off the elevator to grab a cup of coffee. “One moment markets are gorging on financial slop like fat … Continue reading →

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