Recession, Stagflation Possibilities Are 50/50 at Best

By Logan Wamsley

Much of the recent media cycle has been dedicated to speculation regarding the potential for an economic recession, not just in the U.S. but across the world. But how likely is it at this point that a recession will actually occur? That question is difficult to answer with certainty, but most economists at this point…

Inflation Hits a New High. What Can Manufacturers Do?

By Logan Wamsley

A new report was just issued by the U.S. Labor Department containing the latest inflation figures, and despite significant interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve with more promised by the end of the year, the news is worse than even the worst estimates predicted. According to the report, prices raised 9.1% from a year…

Inflation and Shipping Costs Hit All-Time Highs

By Logan Wamsley

In the wake of the Federal Reserve’s recent announcements that they will reduce their balance sheet by as much as $95 billion per month — with anticipation they will deliver two half-point interest rate hikes in the coming months — inflation remains at approximately 8.5%, its highest level in over 40 years. The warning signs…