Our first economic discussion of the ‘official’ summer covered everything from the recent bond rally to household debt and the CBO’s forecast for Congress. Larry answers an interesting question on HELOCs and provides some commentary on education’s ‘last gas.’ A quick 15 minutes will bring you up to speed on the economy and provide some dinnertime discussion. Listen now!
Economic Discussion Series
Inside the Economy with SH&J: June 8, 2015
Though this week’s Inside the Economy is shorter than usual, it is full of interesting tidbits worth knowing. Larry goes into detail on the U.S. GDP’s recent correction, shares important notes on the labor market and unemployment, and takes us around the globe from Europe to China. He also touches on the S&P 500’s ‘less exciting’ trend, as well as the bond market’s increase in volatility. Listen in and share your comments and questions below.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: May 11, 2015
In this week’s discussion, Larry shares some insight into the slight decline in the U.S. GDP, talks about the recovery of the Euro and looks at American consumer spending. He also shares some fascinating details about Saudi Arabia’s cutback on crude oil and his perspective on France’s recession. As usual, this week is well worth a listen and is sure to generate some interesting conversation.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: April 27, 2015
Our discussion this week covers a lot of ground. Larry starts off with an overview of the economy and moves around the globe from the U.S. to the Eurozone to China and Japan. Coming back to the U.S., Larry discusses California’s drought concerns and how it will play or not play into their economy as well as shares his thoughts on employment, oil and household liabilities. Full of interesting information, this week’s discussion is a must-listen.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: April 13, 2015
This week Larry gives us an overview of a flat Q1, provides commentary on the drop in the trade deficit, gives us good news about the strengthening U.S. dollar, and revisits the Eurozone and Greece dilemma. We also enjoy a flashback to The Economist’s 1999 thoughts on Germany and hear some of Larry’s predictions on global growth. Listen in and share your comments and questions with us now.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: March 30, 2015
We’re back from our brief hiatus and have some interesting topics in this week’s discussion. Listen in to hear some insights into Japan’s economy, the good news for Americans and their savings as well as an update on the Eurozone and Greece. We look forward to hearing your comments and questions in the comments section below!
Inside the Economy with SH&J
Our economic discussions are on a temporary hiatus this month which gives you some time to catch up! You can view the whole library of discussions on our website.
While we are on hiatus, we would still love to hear from you.
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Thanks for continuing to tune in. We will be back with a new discussion the week of April 13th.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: March 2, 2015
As we head into the Spring, Larry brings us up to speed on energy and the economy, including a fascinating look at the new Harriet Jet Turbine by GE. We also get an overview on various types of loans, population and it’s relation to economics, as well as an update regarding the European Central Bank’s decision on Greece.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: February 16, 2015
In this week’s economic discussion, Larry takes us through more details about the Eurozone and Greece, looks at deficits and surpluses from the Congressional Budget Office, gives us some education on U.S. Fiscal Multipliers and ends with a picture of natural gas consumption in Europe. As usual, it is an enlightening discussion and an excellent way to learn about the economy.
Inside the Economy with SH&J: February 2, 2015
Continuing in our economic discussion series, Larry Howes discusses the U.S. and Global economy. This week he shows us our first hint of the 4th Quarter U.S. GDP, shares some interesting insight into the Colorado energy industry and talks about troubles in Japan, plus much more. Just 10 minutes this week and highly educational! We would love to hear your comments and questions in the comment section below.
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