Friday, 15 May 2009

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Quotable

"So long as the dollar weakness does not create inflation, which is a major concern around the globe for everyone who watches the exchange rate, then I think it’s a market phenomenon, which aside from those who travel the world, has no real fundamental economic consequences."

Alan Greenspan, November 18, 2007


















Commentary

Credit Bubble Bulletin

by Doug Noland | May 8

The Dynamically-Hedged Economy II

Financial markets were exceptionally strong this week at home and abroad.

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The Bear's Lair

by Martin Hutchinson | May 11

Which Green Shoots Will Wilt First?

Stock markets have shown clear signs of irrational exuberance in recent weeks, on evidence that the U.S. and global economy is exhibiting "green shoots" of impending recovery.

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Featured Commentary

by James Quinn | May 5

If You Believe Banks Are Recovering …

The conspiracy theorists of the world believe the U.S. government faked the landing of Apollo 11 on the moon.

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Guest Commentary

by Satyajit Das | Apr 13

Credit Default Swaps: Problem Child of the Global Financial Crisis

Credit default swaps (CDS) are complex and powerful financial instruments that frequently have unforeseen consequences for market participants and the financial system.Read more