Most economists believe the Fed can prevent financial crises and depressions. [EWI’s analysts] disagree. Socionomic theory proposes that naturally fluctuating waves of social mood regulate financial optimism and the economy. They are unconscious and cannot be managed.
Want to See What’s Next for the Economy? Try This.
Don’t listen to the naysayers — there IS a way to forecast the general health of the economy. This method has repeatedly proven itself. Yes, you can anticipate the likelihood of a recession, even a depression — or, conversely, when major economic measures — like jobs — will be robust.
Are Falling Oil Prices Really Good for the Stock Market?
It makes sense that falling oil prices would be good for stocks, after all it should lower company’s cost for energy and therefore increase profitability. However, in October 2018 both Oil prices and Stock prices fell simultaneously. So, “What’s Up with that?” In today’s post the Editors at Elliott Wave International will look at the relationship between Oil and Stocks.