All Posts Tagged With: "Inflationary Pressures"

How Can Spain Overcome This Economic Situation?

‘The economic figures in Spain have deteriorated. Rato proposes reforms, and hopes that the government approves a package of economic measures soon’ says Paola Pecora.

The Change In Policy…The Divergence in European Spreads - Why Now?

So, without further ado, let’s jump into the problem with the Euro. Back in May 2007, we wrote a piece entitled “Part 2-So What Should We Worry About“.

Talking Oil with the Vice Chairman of Chevron

Even I was stunned when I saw the Financial Times and the headline said, “Oil Futures Near $140 Amid Fears of Shortage.” As Robin used to say, “Holy smokes, Batman!”

Dallas Fed President Lends Credibility to Money Morning’s Prediction That the Federal Reserve Will Soon be Boosting Interest Rates

Just one day after Money Morning predicted that the U.S. Federal Reserve would soon be forced to increase interest rates, Dallas Fed President Richard W. Fisher said he expected the central bank would raise interest rates should inflationary pressures start causing severe consumer pain.

Mexico Inflation Rate: Can Mexico Curb Rising Inflation Rates with a Cut to Corn and Wheat Export Taxes?

‘Imported inflation is generating the greatest damage in Latin America, even when domestic demand remains strong,’ says Paola Pecora.

Dollar Gains Against Euro

In the currency market, the dollar firmed against the euro. Late Tuesday, the euro was trading at $1.5696 vs. $1.5763 on Friday.

Mexico Suffers Because of the Price of Oil

With oil prices climbing to higher than $133, to what extent does Mexico benefit from this? Is it taking advantage of this special time?

Gold or Oil, No One Agrees on the Best Hedge

With all the sniping and arguing in the media lately… you might be a bit confused as to whether oil or gold is the best hedge in the current climate. The answer’s quite simple… let me explain…

Buck Gains vs. Euro on EU Weakness

In the currency market, the dollar was sharply higher against the euro. Late Wednesday, the euro was trading at $1.5404 vs. $1.5525 on Tuesday.

Oil Blasts to New Record

In the energy market Tuesday, crude for June delivery roared to new intraday and closing records, finishing at $121.84/barrel, up $1.87, after an intraday peak of $122.73. June reformulated gasoline gained 6 cents, to $3.12/gallon.

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