Dr. Doom

Dr. Doom on Hyperinflation

Many economists are scoffing at the potential for hyperinflation here in the United States as housing price declines, unemployment and auto sector weakness dominate the headlines. I don’t know if scoffing is the best idea right about now.  I have frequently been discussing the possibility of hyperinflation both with clients and here on TRB.  Earlier this month, I…

Roubini and Faber Out-Doom Each Other

Today, Nouriel Roubini tossed out another tasty treat for his bear worshippers on Bloomberg: “My main scenario is that it’s highly likely it goes to 600 or below (S&P 500)…Even if you do everything right with fiscal and monetary policy, we’re still going to be in a recession through the end of this year and…