Humanity is still swelling (see: “8 Billion People and Counting”). As some aspects of Western-based cultural and soft power are usurped by more compelling international contenders sporting multi-ethnic-friendly impressions, the Trans-Pacific sphere is reorienting towards Asia in some ways and diversifying regionally in others. Immigration is ongoing; COVID lock-downs prevented some travel, but did virtually … Continue reading Demographic Trends—8 Billion People and Counting, Competing Interests, and Communism, Islam and Trans-Pacific Diversity [DEC.22]
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Macroeconomic Evolution—A Strong $USD, The Commodity “Sweet Spot”, and Wealth Inequality [DEC.22]
A Strong $USD Because of the significance of the USD, the US economy is unlike all others. A strengthening USD, despite the negative effects it causes in combination with its rise, produces greater spending power in the largest economy in the world; and if there is one thing Americans can be counted on to do, … Continue reading Macroeconomic Evolution—A Strong $USD, The Commodity “Sweet Spot”, and Wealth Inequality [DEC.22]
Geopolitical Shifts—Evolving Priorities [DEC.22]
In the rebound that has followed the globally painful summer for the markets (see: “Charts”), success has been unevenly distributed. Particular highlights include Australia, benefitting from increasing political ties and cooperation with Vietnam and the Philippines, primarily in trade and maritime security in the South China Sea. The Philippines’ President Marcos’ new stance on loosening … Continue reading Geopolitical Shifts—Evolving Priorities [DEC.22]
Natural Elements—Rare Earth Oxides (REO) and Critical Metals [DEC.22]
The only way humanity can subsist on planet Earth is by aligning with commercial and survival practices that are ecologically sustainable, and which do not overly disrupt our natural environment. We cannot live except for in the world we have, and society as we know it cannot be put on pause while we try to … Continue reading Natural Elements—Rare Earth Oxides (REO) and Critical Metals [DEC.22]
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