Europe’s Canary Just Dropped Dead — Why Target2 Matters
In 2008, investors suddenly discovered what sub-prime mortgages are. But what if someone had warned you about them in 2006?
Macroeconomic News: Insights into Economic Trends and Developments
Australia Breaking Up with China: What it Means for Investors
Dear Reader, The war of words continues to rage in the press. Our government says this, Chinese state-owned media says that. Politicians of old come out and talk their book. Others — perhaps those keen to keep their friends in high places — are telling us that perhaps we should change how we speak publicly […]
Australia’s Unemployment Rate: Don’t Let the Data Fool You
You may have heard that Australia’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.8% in August. A remarkable improvement from the 7.5% posted one month earlier. Not only would that suggest that the bottom of the recession…
Dollar Blues — Confidence in the US Dollar Weakens
Dear Reader, Every morning, I sit in front of the computer with a cup of coffee to read the news, but also to check on the exchange rates. The value of the AUD against the Euro…USD…gold. But I also keep a close watch on the USD rate against several other currencies. It’s something that rooted […]
Green Investing — Where to Find Green Investment Opportunities
Change is coming, and innovation is desperately needed. As a result, you can expect some big green investing opportunities to present themselves in the coming months and years. Be prepared to invest accordingly…
Going for Gold: Warren Buffett and Barrick Gold
Dear Reader, ‘Gold’ is the word on everyone’s lips right now — whether you’re Warren Buffett or a Turkish wife, says Jim Rickards in today’s DR. As usual, it seems everyday investors know something the central bankers don’t. Read on to find out more… Until next time, Shae Russell, Editor, The Daily Reckoning Australia [conversion […]
