Calculated Risk

MARCH 5, 2025

Fed's Beige Book Overall economic activity rose slightly since mid-January. Six Districts reported no change, four reported modest or moderate growth, and two noted slight contractions.

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Calculated Risk

JANUARY 15, 2025

Fed's Beige Book Economic activity increased slightly to moderately across the twelve Federal Reserve Districts in late November and December. Consumer spending moved up moderately, with most Districts reporting strong holiday sales that exceeded expectations. Vehicle sales grew modestly.

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Economics Manufacturing Nonprofit Transportation 159

The Big Picture

MARCH 28, 2025

His book The Big Short was turned into an Oscar-winning film, alongside his Oscar-nominated books-turned films The Blind Side and Moneyball. We breakdown the ins and outs of government and his latest book “ Who is Government: The Untold Story of Public Service.”

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Wealth Management

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Wealth Management recently asked readers to nominate the investment book that most helped them in their investing careers.

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Investments Investing Wealth Management Management 351

Wealth Management

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Memoirs dominate the best business books of 2024 for financial advisors.

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Financial Advisor 279

Calculated Risk

MARCH 4, 2025

At 2:00 PM, the Federal Reserve Beige Book , an informal review by the Federal Reserve Banks of current economic conditions in their Districts. The consensus is for 140,000 payroll jobs added in February, down from 183,000 added in January. At 10:00 AM, the ISM Services Index for February.

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Government Banking Economics 146

The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

His book “ Behavioral Game Theory: Experiments in Strategic Interaction ” is credited with creating a new field of study within BeFi. A list of his favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday. Camerer won the MacArthur Fellow (Genius award) in 2013.

Portfolio Management 316

Portfolio Management Economics Portfolio Assets 316

Calculated Risk

DECEMBER 3, 2024

At 2:00 PM, the Federal Reserve Beige Book , an informal review by the Federal Reserve Banks of current economic conditions in their Districts. The consensus is for 55.5, down from 56.0. • At 1:45 PM, Discussion, Fed Chair Jerome Powell , Moderated Discussion, At the New York Times DealBook Summit, New York, N.Y. •

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Government Banking Economics 159

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 10, 2024

For those who love to read, though (and especially for those who have limited time and will only get to read just 1 or 2 books over the summer), the perennial question is always, "So… what's a good book worth reading this summer?" Read More.

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Financial Advisor Financial Planner Clients Communication 246

The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

I submitted the final manuscript for my new book, How Not to Invest , last week. There was always this time pressure, and since it was my first book, I had little idea what I was doing other than expanding various blog posts into full-length chapters. The book will have its own website at hownottoinvestbook.com.*

Investments 217

Investments Investing Media 217

Calculated Risk

MARCH 6, 2024

Fed's Beige Book Economic activity increased slightly, on balance, since early January, with eight Districts reporting slight to modest growth in activity, three others reporting no change, and one District noting a slight softening. Consumer spending, particularly on retail goods, inched down in recent weeks.

Economics 286

Economics Manufacturing Insurance Engineering 286

Calculated Risk

APRIL 17, 2024

Fed's Beige Book Overall economic activity expanded slightly , on balance, since late February. Ten out of twelve Districts experienced either slight or modest economic growth—up from eight in the previous report, while the other two reported no changes in activity.

Economics 271

Economics Manufacturing Sales Banking 271

Calculated Risk

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Fed's Beige Book "This report was prepared at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City based on information collected on or before August 28, 2023." Contacts from most Districts indicated economic growth was modest during July and August.

Manufacturing 296

Manufacturing Transportation Retail Sales 296

The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

His new book “ How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain ” discusses the events that led to up to the c0llapse of global trade during the pandemic. A list of his favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday.

Economics 189

Economics Management 189

The Big Picture

JANUARY 2, 2025

The best films, books, and music releases are unknown in advance. ” If you want to read more of the fun details, well, than order the book. We do not know which geopolitical hot spot will erupt in turmoil; we have no idea where or when the next natural disaster will hit. Please pre-order a copy today!

Banking 345

Banking Planning Economics Investing 345

The Big Picture

MARCH 21, 2025

His book “ What Works on Wall Street ” (now in its 4th edition) was a New York Times bestseller. We discuss Jim’s path through the world of business, the power of well-chosen words, and his new book “ Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom.” His new book is Who Is Government?:

Government 182

Government Management Assets Investing 182

The Big Picture

MARCH 7, 2025

He discuss structural changes to the global economy, doomsaying, and his book Shocks, Crises, and False Alarms: How to Assess True Macroeconomic Risk , A list of his favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday. Philipp also leads the Center for Macroeconomics at the BCG Henderson Institute.

Economics 162

Economics Budgeting Consulting Government 162

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Maintaining adequate books and records is a cornerstone of compliance for all investment advisers.

Financial Planning 246

Financial Planning Planning Compliance Clients 246

The Big Picture

MARCH 14, 2025

A list of her favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here next week. His latest book is “ Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom.” She served as chief economist on the U.S.

Economics 200

Economics Budgeting Economy 200

Wealth Management

MARCH 10, 2025

Law firm Eversheds Sutherland found FINRAs 2024 top enforcement issues were for inaccurately reporting trades, manipulating markets through spoofing and errors in options trading.

Marketing 264

Marketing Marketing 264

The Big Picture

JANUARY 18, 2025

I wanted to share a quick update as to what’s been keeping me occupied during the run up to the release of the new book. We have been designing a dedicated website for the How Not to Invest book, and working with the team at Off Menu has been much more fun than I expected. It’s been 15 years since I last wrote a book.

Investing 189

Investing Investments Media 189

The Big Picture

MARCH 18, 2025

That insight greatly simplified my task of making the book both fun to read and helpful for anyone interested in investing. Here is a broad overview of each of the 10 main sections, which can help you quickly grasp the key ideas in the book. This book was a joy to put together, and I have been delighted at the response it has received!

Investments 317

Investments Investing Math Media 317

The Big Picture

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

On this episode, we discuss his path through finance, his new book “ The 5 Types of Wealth ,” and what it truly takes to live a healthier, wealthier life. New Book: Current Reading See also : The Egg by Andy Weir The post MiB: Sahil Bloom on Understanding ‘The 5 Types of Wealth’ appeared first on The Big Picture.

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Startup Portfolio Management Management Portfolio 173

The Big Picture

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A list of her favorite books is below; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday. His new book is Shocks, Crises, and False Alarms: How to Assess True Macroeconomic Risk. Favorite Books The post MiB: Christine Phillpotts, Ariel Investments appeared first on The Big Picture.

Investments 173

Investments Investing Portfolio Management Consulting 173

Wealth Management

MARCH 10, 2025

Law firm Eversheds Sutherland found FINRAs 2024 top enforcement issues were for inaccurately reporting trades, manipulating markets through spoofing and errors in options trading.

Marketing 243

Marketing Marketing 243

The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A list of his favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday. His new book is “ Tribal: How the Cultural Instincts That Divide Us Can Help Bring Us Together.” .” We discuss how he launched Newfound Research in his dorm in college, running quantiitative models.

Communication 182

Communication Government Investments Investing 182

The Big Picture

JANUARY 24, 2025

” A list of his favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday. Favorite Books Books Barry Mentioned The post MiB: Mike Freno, Barings Chairman and CEO appeared first on The Big Picture. He continues top publish frequently, including the Daily Spark , and the Apollo Academy.

Insurance 195

Insurance Assets Management Banking 195

Abnormal Returns

APRIL 17, 2025

Books An excerpt from "Everything is Tuberculosis" by John Green. niemanlab.org) An excerpt from Sophie Gilberts new book, "Girl on Girl: How Pop Culture Turned a Generation of Women Against Themselves." theatlantic.com) A Q&A with Eunji Kim author of "The American Mirage: How Reality TV Upholds the Myth of Meritocracy."

Planning 144

Planning Management 144

Calculated Risk

MARCH 4, 2025

If the Federal Reserve books a net loss, then it books a negative remittance to the Treasury but it also books an increase in its deferred asset remittance to Treasury. This deferred asset reflects the fact that the Treasury does not in fact remit any funds to the Fed when the Fed books a loss.

Assets 159

Assets Accounting 159

The Big Picture

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Her new book “ In This Economy?: A list of her favorite books is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here next week. Kyla’s New Book Her Favorite Reading Books Barry Mentioned The post MiB: Kyla Scanlon on Vibecessions & Gen Z appeared first on The Big Picture.

Healthcare 294

Healthcare Economy Numbers Assets 294

Abnormal Returns

DECEMBER 1, 2024

wsj.com) The Microstrategy ($MSTR) story will make for a great book one day. abnormalreturns.com) We are doing a Bluesky-themed book giveaway just in time for the holidays. abnormalreturns.com) Mixed media Some book recommendations from Seth Godin including "Hum: A Novel" by Helen Phillips. Details here. Well, you should.

Math 167

Math Budgeting Food Taxes 167

The Big Picture

MARCH 10, 2025

Question : “ Barry, your book How Not to Invest dissects numerous financial misconceptions. His brilliant insights colored lots of themes in my book, and Denominator Blindness is a perfect example. Q :“ Your book discusses emotional decision-making extensively. Here is the full-length Q&A discussion.

Investing 195

Investing Investments Food Ethics 195

XY Planning Network

APRIL 21, 2025

Not to mention in this industry, the threat of an audit is a when, not an if, and your books have become one of the biggest tasks on your back burner. Suddenly, 'streamlined' feels like a distant memory, and that to-do list? It is officially a monster.

Management 58

Management Education 58

Abnormal Returns

JANUARY 23, 2025

Books An excerpt from "Gambling Man: The Secret Story of the World's Greatest Disruptor, Masayoshi Son" by Lionel Barber. ryanholiday.net) Martha Marty Goddard invented the rape kit but has to-date been written out of the history books. Be about it.' theatlantic.com) A profile of Adrian Wojnarowski, general manager of the St.

Economics 184

Economics Management 184

A Wealth of Common Sense

APRIL 21, 2025

Today’s Talk Your Book is brought to you by Nasdaq: See here for more information on American Century funds and here for more info on Thornburg Investment Management strategies On today’s show, we discuss: American Century Investments: The construction of a short-term fixed income portfolio Thinking about risks within fixed income Thoughts (..)

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Portfolio Investments Investing Management 52