On today’s brand new episode of my podcast, The Compound Show, I discuss this and a lot more.
Macro/Econ
An important ratio
They note that although we’re having a resurgence, it might be topping out here…
CHART: The Modern History of Globalization
the pandemic will only amplify the new trend toward protectionism, onshoring of supply chains, competition
Space Jam
How many business trips of the future have been canceled in advance of their own existence, like Marty McFly fading away in family photos
The Gold Breakout
Asking people why they buy gold is like asking them why they smoke weed.
“Inequality is the defining feature of our economy today”
Barron’s asks economists and asset managers about the investment implications of this growing, underlying risk.
20.5 million continuing unemployment claims
So here’s what we don’t know:
Driving, not flying
Chart o’ the Day comes from Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s economics team.
mRNA Vaccine Playlist
Some great videos to learn from on the search for a vaccine.
40 Million Great Depressions
Harry Truman said “It’s a recession when your neighbor loses his job; it’s a depression when you lose yours.”