Labor Productivity Gains Continue in Second Quarter
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nonfarm business labor productivity increased 1.4% in the second quarter of 2026, as output rose 1.7%...
“What Do You Think of the Bond Market?”
“What do you think of the bond market right now?” I’m asked.
“I like it,” I respond. “It’s about time savers get what they deserve...
Trump Pushes Oil Industry to Build More Refineries
President Trump urged U.S. oil executives to build more refineries to help lower gasoline prices ahead of the November midterms, but the industry faces...
U.S. Moves to Expand Control of Venezuela’s Oil
The White House says President Donald Trump has secured a historic oil agreement with Venezuela that gives the United States majority control over more...
Power Grid Sabotage Raises Alarm in Germany
Germany’s power grid was targeted in two suspected sabotage incidents within 24 hours, disrupting critical electricity infrastructure in the east and west of the...
Job Openings Hold Steady at 7.3 Million
U.S. job openings were little changed at 7.3 million in July, with the job openings rate holding at 4.4%, according to the U.S. Bureau...
Survive and Thrive August 2026: Are You Getting Out There: Portugal or PEI?
Dear Survivor,
Are you getting out there? Going to Portugal or PEI? You know from Your Survival Guy’s experiences this summer that many of you...
AI and Robotics Take Aim at America’s 4.5 Million-Home Shortage
Reframe Systems has raised an additional $40 million to expand its robotics-powered homebuilding microfactory network across North America.
The company uses physical AI, robotics, and...
Don’t Fight the Fed in Your Retirement Life
Look, Your Survival Guy likes what he’s hearing from new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. He’s talking tough about inflation and isn’t pacifying Wall...
Gold Rally Loses Momentum as Fed Rate-Hike Odds Soar
Gold prices extended their decline Monday after a sharp sell-off Friday, with gold futures around $4,475 per ounce, down more than 1%. Analysts attributed...