America’s economy is not skating on thin ice, but it does feel a bit like the ice could be more solid. It’s frozen enough to etch its direction of travel across the surface, but there are hints of fragility beneath which should not be ignored, especially if one is inclined to do a quad axel.
Welcome to Friday, jobs day. Your federal government may be shut down, but Atlas is not. A quick glance at the economic calendar will show you that the Bureau of Labor Statistics is supposed to release the September 2025 labor report later this morning. This would in turn cause Atlas to send you a note about the release’s details. That initial condition was not met
At the core of economic growth are two main factors: population growth and productivity. All else equal, a larger population enables more production and consumption, but the quality and skills of the workforce are equally important. When output per hour rises due to higher productivity, the cost per unit tends to fall, potentially driving down prices and increasing consumption, espe
On Wednesday, America’s central bank made its first downward adjustment to its Federal Funds Rate since the pandemic was just getting started back in March 2020. This interest rate is what banks charge each other for overnight loans when their cash reserves aren’t adequate to meet weekly regulatory requirements. While it does not impact other rates directly, the Fed Fund
Our nation is in the midst of history. We are under 80 days from the next election, including that of the future President of the United States. Campaigns are in full swing, and so is story telling. History is being told with a bit of revisionist flair, not unlike prior campaigns filled with promises and less-than-accurate recollections of earlier accomplishments.
California has been the birthplace of many cultural and economic trends that have rippled across the globe. From the laid-back style of skate culture to the free-spirited boho chic, and the timeless cool of the denim jacket, California's influence on fashion is undeniable. California is the state that made black turtleneck shirts cool for a little while.
More is an American mantra. When we line up for the all-you-can eat buffet, we want more. When it comes to consumption, we’re the nation responsible for the bumper stick that reads, “He who dies with the most toys wins.” More, as a concept, is endemic in the nation’s culture and doesn’t seem to be becoming unrooted.
The line "been down so long it looks like up to me" is often associated with the world of traditional blues music. Themes of hardship, suffering, and resilience are common, and the line offers a potential glimmer of hope. Despite some effort, Atlas was unable to find an exact origin of this phrase. The term did, however, become more widely known through Richard Fari&
In the late 1970s, Johnny Paycheck released his iconic song, "Take This Job and Shove It," resonating with workers back then who felt trapped and dissatisfied in their employment. Fast forward to today, and the dynamics of the job market have undergone a significant transformation. With recent shifts in the economy, we find ourselves needing to change the tune of Paycheck&
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A description of the feeling a person gets after receiving a piece of shock news concerning their employment i.e. demotion, redundancy, loss of benefit, changes to working routines or dismissal. Often due to unforeseen circumstances which lead to the recipient ending up in said state. (www.urbandictionary.com)
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