Government/Municipal

Higher Interest Rates Are Also Straining The Federal Government – Fiscal Policy
Just as consumers borrow in order to spend, so does the U.S. government. The U.S. government currently owes $34 trillion as of this past month, the largest amount ever, and projected to grow […]

Published On: August 21, 2024Categories: Government/Municipal
China Dumps Record Amount of U.S. Government Debt – Federal Deficit Overview
In the first quarter of 2024, China sold a record amount of $53.3 billion worth of U.S. Treasury and agency bonds. The significant liquidations represent a notable shift in China’s investment strategy and […]

Published On: August 13, 2024Categories: Debt/Mortgage/Liabilities, Government/Municipal
The Common Occurrence Of Government Shutdowns – Fiscal Policy
Government shutdowns have been a common occurrence over the years under most every president. The length of the shutdowns have varied from 2 days in 1981 under President Reagan, 21 days in 1995 […]

Published On: October 31, 2023Categories: Government/Municipal
How The Fed Has Lost Over $70 Billion – Monetary Policy Review
The Federal Reserve has posted its first operating loss since 2011, marking a stark turn in the central bank’s history since the 2008 financial crisis. Additionally, these negative earnings may put more pressure […]

Published On: December 19, 2022Categories: Government/Municipal
Total Public Debt Reaches $30 Trillion
The issuance of debt by the U.S. government since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020 resulted in another $7 trillion being added to total debt outstanding. As of the end of […]

Published On: March 21, 2022Categories: Economy, Government/Municipal, Uncategorized
What Is The Fed Balance Sheet & Why It Is So Consequential Now
Like any large financially driven entity, the Federal Reserve maintains and modifies a balance sheet made up of assets and liabilities. The Fed uses the balance sheet as a monetary policy tool, meaning […]

Published On: February 16, 2022Categories: Economy, Government/Municipal
Fed Tapering is Concerning Bond Markets
Comments by Federal Reserve members are hinting that the Fed is considering pulling back on Treasury and mortgage bond purchases, which is known as tapering. The last time the Fed slowed stimulus or […]

Published On: June 25, 2021Categories: Economy, Government/Municipal
U.S. Census Reshapes Congressional Seats
Every ten years the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a count of U.S. residents used in the determination of various demographical programs. The Census Bureau count also reallocates seats in the House of Representatives […]

Published On: May 11, 2021Categories: Economy, Government/Municipal
How Government Inflation Gauges Differ
The traditional gauge for inflation, known as the Consumer Price Index (CPI), is being challenged by yet another government produced measure known as Consumer Expectations. The most recent data released shows an inflation […]

Published On: April 17, 2021Categories: Government/Municipal
Stimulus Bill Provisions For Individuals – American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Economic Impact Payment (EIP) of $1400 per individual with an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of up to $75,000 based on 2019 tax returns or 2020 returns if already filed. EIPs for qualifying dependents […]

Published On: April 13, 2021Categories: Economy, Government/Municipal, Taxes