The Truth About Corporate Earnings

Tychos' Richard Vague analyzes the rise in corporate profits to record highs, highlighting their impact on household net income.

Unveiling the Truth Behind Wage Stagnation

Tychos' Richard Vague explores the intricacies of price index adjustments to wage growth. As he navigates through the maze of statistics, one thing becomes abundantly clear: economic growth hasn't quite translated equitably into workers' pockets.

Can Europe Remain United?

Tychos' Richard Vague offers an in-depth analysis of the European Union's journey from post-war reconciliation to current economic and political complexities, assessing its achievements and challenges amid debates on sovereignty and rising nationalism.

Is the US Economy in Trouble?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the current state of the US economy and provides insights into where it may be heading in the near future.

The Hard Truth About Population Decline

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the economic implications of declining population growth, acknowledging its environmental importance while emphasizing the challenges it poses for GDP growth, aging demographics, and the need for strategic responses.

Recession Looms Over Germany

Tychos' Richard Vague takes a look at Germany's economy over the past 20 years and provides insights on the seemingly unavoidable recession.

Are China's Businesses Really Undervalued?

Tychos' Richard Vague compares the stock markets of the U.S. and China and provides insights on the valuation of Chinese companies.

The History of U.S. Inflation | Part Two

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the lead up to the infamous 1970s inflation and how the U.S. was able to reign in soaring prices.

The History of U.S. Inflation | Part One

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses a brief history of U.S. inflation since the beginning of the 19th century, with an emphasis on one of the more recent bouts, the 1960s.

Are Stock Valuations Too High?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses several key indicators that may confirm whether or not stock valuations are too high.

Are Banks in Trouble?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses what led to the current concerns in the U.S. banking industry and what can be done to alleviate the problems.

The Fall of Evergrande

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the recent liquidation order of China's Evergrande Group, and what this means for their economy.

Is Population Growth Slowing?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses population trends in the world's seven largest countries and what this means for their respective economies.

The Myth About Inflation

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses common misconceptions among the relationship between inflation, money supply, and debt growth.

A Glimpse Inside the World's Largest Stock Markets

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent price trends within the world's largest stock markets.

Global Slowdown in Growth

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind the recent slowdown in global GDP growth.

Why Are Homes So Unaffordable?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses housing costs in the U.S. and why homes are no longer affordable, especially for first time and low-income home buyers.

Where Are Interest Rates Headed?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the impact debt and money supply growth has on interest rates and where these rates may be headed in the near future.

India's Economy Continues to Surge

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the recent GDP growth in India and provides a brief snapshot of their economy's most important indicators.

Inequality Within Household Saving

Tychos' Richard Vague expands on last week's video on household saving of the world's largest seven economies by discussing the inequality within those saving numbers.

Which Country Has the World's Best Savers?

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses household saving of the world's largest seven economies.

Tychos Weekly Comment: Economic Vulnerability to Oil Prices

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the vulnerability of the U.S. economy to oil prices through time.

Deflation Continues in China

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent deflationary trends in China and compares them to price trends in the remaining largest economies.

Student Loans in the U.S. & U.K.

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses student debt levels in the US and the UK and compares the borrower repayment structures of both countries.

A Macroeconomic View of the Middle East

Tychos' Richard Vague provides an economic understanding of the current situation in the Middle East.

Generational Comparison of the Standard of Living

Tychos' Richard Vague compares the standard of living between generations and whether or not Millennials and Gen-Zers can maintain the levels displayed by previous generations.

Home Prices in the U.K. Continue to Drop

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind the recent decline in home prices in the U.K.

Equity Derivatives Are on the Rise

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the rapid growth of equity-linked derivatives and the impact this has on stock prices.

A Snapshot of Australia's Economy

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the current state of Australia's economy and how it compares to the world's largest countries.

The Miracle of Taiwan

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind the rapid economic expansion of Taiwan.

Beware Economic Headlines

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the recent economic headlines following the release of the 2022 Census Poverty Report

Central Banks Expand Their Roles

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent trends in the balance sheets of the world's largest central banks

Government's Have a Big Stake in the Private Sector

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent trends in the government balance sheets of the world's seven largest economies.

Recent Trends in Germany's Trade Position

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind Germany's recent trade struggles and what this means for their economic growth.

The End of China's High Growth Era

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind the recent slowdown in China's economic growth

Inequality Trends in the U.S.

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the increased inequality as a result of the debt boom during the three years of the pandemic.

The Fitch Downgrade of U.S. Debt

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the recent downgrade of U.S. debt by Fitch Ratings and demonstrates the relationship of government debt and household net worth

Slow Growth in the U.K.

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the reasons behind the slow economic growth of the U.K.

The Truth About Government Debt

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the truth about government debt and its impact on the economy.

The Impact of High Interest Rates

Tychos’ Richard Vague discusses the winners and losers during periods of high interest rates and the impact it has on the economy

Recessions, Loan Growth, and Housing

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses loan growth, the housing market, and the possibility of a recession.

Student Loan Forgiveness

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling against the Biden Administration's Student Loan Forgiveness plan and the impact this decision will have on the economy.

India is Now the Third Largest Economy in the World

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses India and their rapid economic expansion. As India is now the third largest economy in the world on an international purchasing power parity basis.

High Inflation is Over

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent inflation trends and provides evidence to support the notion that high inflation in the U.S. is over

Real Estate Booms in Britain and the U.S.

Tychos' Richard Vague discusses recent real estate booms in Britain and the US and how this rapid build up of debt led to economic downturns in the 1990s and 2000s