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Business Upturn
a day ago
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- Business Upturn
The Window to Build Real Wealth May Be Reopening—And This Presentation Shows Where to Look
Washington, D.C., Aug. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Former CIA advisor and economic strategist Jim Rickards highlights in a briefing what he calls a 'generational opening' —a rare window where younger Americans may have access to something their parents and grandparents lost long ago: a tangible path to wealth. 'You don't need a trust fund or a tech job. You need to know where the country is shifting—and get there first.' Millennials and Gen Z: The Lost Opportunity Generations? For years, headlines have painted a bleak picture: younger generations saddled with debt, priced out of homes, locked out of traditional wealth-building paths. But Rickards argues this narrative may be about to flip—not because of tech, but because of land and resources. 'It's about the raw materials and physical building blocks of the future.' Why the Next Era of Wealth Will Be Built on the Ground—Not the Cloud Rickards says a shift is happening behind the scenes—one where physical assets like copper, lithium, and land are becoming more valuable than ever due to surging demand from AI, EVs, and advanced infrastructure. He calls it a rare convergence of industry, innovation, and raw supply—and believes those who recognize it early could be at the front of a generational wealth wave. 'It's not just tech that's booming—it's the physical inputs that make tech work.' America's First Real Onramp in Decades for the Working Class The presentation highlights a dramatic shift from the digital-only economy of the 2010s to what Rickards calls a 'resource-based recovery'—one that could create real jobs, real industries, and real opportunity in forgotten parts of the country. Why the Elites May Miss It Entirely Rickards points out that many institutional investors may ignore these trends—not because they're wrong, but because the opportunities are too small for their capital to scale. That's what gives regular Americans, especially younger ones, the chance to move first. 'Buffett couldn't meaningfully invest in some of these companies if he wanted to… but you can.' About Jim Rickards Jim Rickards is a former advisor to the CIA, Department of Defense, and U.S. Treasury, with over five decades of experience guiding high-level strategy. He is the editor of Strategic Intelligence , a monthly briefing focused on emerging economic shifts, overlooked trends, and the real forces shaping America's future. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Business Upturn
a day ago
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- Business Upturn
Presentation Uncovers Why Millions Could Be Headed West Again—Just Like 150 Years Ago
Washington, D.C., Aug. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A presentation from former CIA advisor Jim Rickards unveils an unexpected trend emerging across the U.S.— a coming wave of domestic migration not driven by housing markets or politics, but by resources, geography, and history. 'We've seen this before. Entire cities formed overnight when people went looking for opportunity beneath their feet.' The American Migration Story Is About to Repeat Itself From the California Gold Rush to the Texas oil boom, America has a long history of internal migration driven by the discovery of valuable resources. According to Rickards, the next wave is already forming—and this time, the migration may not be physical, but financial and digital . 'You don't have to uproot your family or endure months of labor. The modern rush is quieter—but just as real.' Why Forgotten Regions Are Becoming the New Frontier Rickards outlines how regions once dismissed as 'flyover country' are now being reexamined for their rich, untouched mineral reserves . He points to vast public lands in the Mountain West, the Southwest, and Alaska as potential epicenters for new development, infrastructure, and technological growth. 'About 90% of this land is concentrated out west… many of the deposits have never been touched.' Cities Don't Just Appear—They're Built on What's Below Throughout the briefing , Rickards draws a straight line between natural resources and the birth of America's most iconic cities. Denver, Birmingham, Houston, and San Francisco didn't just happen—they rose because of the minerals that lay beneath them. 'Houston was known as 'Mexican Texas' until the discovery of Spindletop. Then everything changed.' Could the Same Thing Happen Again? While the circumstances are different, Rickards says the pattern is clear: when the country needs to rebuild, it turns inward—and downward. And this time, instead of pickaxes and railroads, the boom could be powered by AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and energy-hungry tech. 'These minerals are fueling everything—from chips to satellites to next-gen cities.' About Jim Rickards Jim Rickards is a former advisor to the CIA, the Pentagon, and the White House, with over five decades of experience in intelligence and economic strategy. He currently leads Strategic Intelligence , a monthly briefing series that helps Americans anticipate and prepare for major economic and societal shifts—before they hit the headlines. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Yahoo
19-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Retail sales in US steady but inflation threat grows
Retail sales data from the U.S. Census Bureau show that core retail spending continued to rise in May, even as overall retail sales slipped. The figures suggest American consumers are managing in the face of trade policy uncertainty, though economists warn that inflation tied to tariffs could take hold later in the year. According to the Census Bureau, overall retail sales dropped by 0.9% in May compared to April, seasonally adjusted. However, sales were still 3.3% higher than in May 2024, unadjusted for seasonal variation. Core retail sales — excluding vehicles, fuel, and food services — rose by 0.1% month over month and climbed 3.9% year over year. The National Retail Federation (NRF), which tracks these core categories to gauge consumer spending on discretionary goods, reported a 4.4% year-over-year increase based on a three-month moving average. Sales in the first five months of 2025 were also up 3.9% compared to the same period in 2024. NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz noted that the current growth mirrors last year's pace and is supported by rising wages and an improved stock market. However, he warned that inflation linked to tariffs on imported goods could start to impact household budgets in the coming months. 'Consumers are seeing their way through the uncertainty with trade policies,' Kleinhenz said, 'but I expect the inflation associated with tariffs to be felt later this year. Consumers remain very price sensitive, and those costs are likely to weigh heavily on consumer budgets.' Although consumers appear resilient for now, the long-term effects of trade tensions and price increases remain a concern for retailers and economists alike. Separate data from the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, based on transaction data from Affinity Solutions, indicated that core retail sales rose by 0.23% month over month in May and 4.2% year over year. This represents a slowdown from April's figures, which showed growth of 0.9% month over month and 7.11% year over year. The trend suggests that while consumer demand remains strong, spending may begin to cool as households adjust to potential cost increases and economic uncertainty. The NRF continues to monitor monthly retail sales data closely and provides annual forecasts, including for critical shopping periods like the holiday season. Navigate the shifting tariff landscape with real-time data and market-leading analysis. Request a free demo for GlobalData's Strategic Intelligence . "Retail sales in US steady but inflation threat grows" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
US tariffs on steel and aluminium may lead to job losses in Canada
The Canadian metals industry faces significant challenges as higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium, now at 50%, threaten to result in job losses and lost sales, according to a Reuters report. Canada is the largest seller of steel and aluminum to the US. Unifor, Canada's private sector union, and the Aluminium Association of Canada have expressed serious concerns over the immediate impact of the tariffs. Unifor president Lana Payne was quoted by the news agency as saying: 'So this is going to have a very quick impact, I will say to you, on steel industry.' According to the report, members of the Aluminium Association of Canada, including Rio Tinto, are reportedly considering diversifying to Europe in response to the 50% tariffs. Nova Scotia-based Marid Industries CEO Tim Houtsma highlighted the impossibility of selling to the US market under these conditions, indicating a need for cost-watching and market exclusion fears. Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada is ready to retaliate if negotiations with the US fail. 'We are in intensive negotiations with the Americans, and, in parallel, preparing reprisals if those negotiations do not succeed,' he declared to the House of Commons. Unifor has urged immediate retaliation and suggested halting exports of critical minerals to the US. The union also warned of potential layoffs in the auto and aerospace industries. Canada imposed 25% tariffs on $21.79bn (C$29.78bn) worth of US imports in March. Meanwhile, the Mining Association of British Columbia's 2025 economic impact study highlights 27 advanced-stage mining projects in British Columbia that could inject more than $90bn into the economy, potentially creating thousands of jobs and generating significant tax revenues. Navigate the shifting tariff landscape with real-time data and market-leading analysis. Request a free demo for GlobalData's Strategic Intelligence . "US tariffs on steel and aluminium may lead to job losses in Canada" was originally created and published by Mining Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump Tariffs Impact on Power Sector Strategic Intelligence Report 2025: Focus on Solar, Wind, Energy Storage, Electric Vehicles and Hydrogen
Dublin, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Trump Tariffs and its impact on Power Sector - Strategic Intelligence" report has been added to report provides an overview on Trump tariffs and its impact on the power sector. Trumps tariff impact on its trading partners worldwide. Escalation on trade and tariffs between China and the US. It briefs about Trump's impact on offshore wind capacity. Trump's policies and tariffs effect on US offshore wind net annual tariff impact on energy transition technologies such solar, wind, energy storage, electric vehicles and The report focuses on Trump tariffs and its impact on the power sector. It highlights executive orders signed by Trump toward power sector. It provides an overview on offshore wind leases and its impact in the US offshore market. It briefs about electrical equipment trade between the US and Mexico and Canada. It focuses on how energy transition technologies will be impacted by Trump. Reasons to Buy The report discusses on the orders signed by Trump related to power sector that includes withdrawal of Paris Agreement, restrictions on wind project leases, imposing tariffs, termination of electric vehicles mandate, declaration of national energy emergency, lifting of oil, gas, and mineral production in Alaska. The report outlines Trump's impact on offshore wind capacity. It briefs about Trump's tariffs timeline. Provides an overview on Trump's impact on energy transition technologies. The report briefs about China and the US trade overview. An overview Chinese equipment manufacturer's exposure to the US. An outline on the US and China trade war escalation to rare earth metal. Key Topics Covered: Overview Paris agreement withdrawal Offshore wind lease restrictions Trump's impact on offshore wind power capacity Increase in gas-based generation under Trump administration Impact on Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) under Trump administration Imposing tariffs Trump's tariffs timeline overview Trump's tariffs impact on energy transition technologies US - China trade overview Chinese equipment manufacturers' exposure to the US US - China trade war escalates to rare earth metal Survey analysis on the impact of Trump's energy policies on renewables Contact the Publisher For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
