Ireland’s Population Exceeds 5 Million For First Time Since 1851
The population of Ireland has exceeded 5 million for the first time since the Great Famine decimated the country during mid-19th century.
US Delta Variant Situation ‘Likely To Remain Tenuous’ Through September, Analyst Says
An estimated 62.4% of the U.S. population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine at this point, but the nationwide outbreak of the delta variant is an ongoing concern for investors.
On Tuesday, Bank of America economist Aditya Bhave said the delta variant will likely continue to be a drag on the economy through at least the month of September.
Oklahoma Betting On Economic Boom From New Logistics Park
Southern Oklahoma doesn't normally spring to mind as a hub for global trade, but economic leaders hope a new 200-acre logistics park will be a catalyst for growth for inbound cargo and exports.
USA House Price Index (MoM) for Jun 1.600%; Prior Revised from 1.700% to 1.800%
USA House Price Index (MoM) for Jun 1.600%. The prior reading was revised from an initial 1.700%. to 1.800%.
USA House Price Index (YoY) for Jun 18.800%; Prior Revised from 18.000% to 18.200%
USA House Price Index (YoY) for Jun 18.800%. The prior reading was revised from an initial 18.000%. to 18.200%.
CareventuresCapital: Rethinking Investment
With the global economy suffering from the aftereffects of the pandemic and recession, many people saw their investment portfolios take a hit and are now working to rebuild their finances. This is true even of physicians, many of whom saw their earnings drop in 2020 as patients stayed home.
USA Pending Home Sales (MoM) for Jul (1.800)% vs 0.400% Est; Prior (1.900)%
USA Pending Home Sales (MoM) for Jul (1.800)% vs 0.400% consensus estimate. The prior reading was (1.900)%.
Why Jerome Powell Expects ‘Temporary Swings In Inflation’
While supply bottlenecks spurred by the pandemic, coupled with heightened demand, are creating inflation for durable goods, aggregate personal incomes are rising and employment gains are recovering “faster than expected,” Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said Friday.
The Main Event: Powell Speech Front And Center After Mixed Messages From Fed
As the saying goes, welcome to the main event.
USA Personal Income (MoM) for Jul 1.100% vs 0.200% Est; Prior 0.200%
USA Personal Income (MoM) for Jul 1.100% vs 0.200% consensus estimate. The prior reading was 0.200%.