Have you ever heard of the lipstick index? It’s a term economists use to gauge whether we’re on the way to a recession. They base it on the idea that people buy certain items in advance, in bulk, when the economy starts to go south. For women, things like lipstick, eye shadow, and most makeup…
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If you have a 401k, IRA, or any other type of retirement account that relies on stocks and bonds, you’re likely feeling nervous right now. With the potential for a recession near and the on-again, off-again tariffs from the White House looming, it only makes sense to worry. The closer you are to retirement age…
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Many people think that the U.S. is about to enter into a recession. And with many stories I read, I think some people want this to happen. Some experts claim we can’t avoid it, but others feel the opposite. To me, this is both frustrating and confusing…
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I know a LOT of people are still feeling the effects of the economy. But it looks like the recession may be over….. for some
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