The Daily Shot Brief – July 5th, 2018

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The United States: At first glance, US household balance sheets appear to be stronger than those in Canada (household credit as a percentage of the GDP). However, when unincorporated business loans are taken into account, the situation changes. Many Americans are indebted via their sole proprietorships, etc. (effectively personal loans for business purposes).

Source: Scotiabank Economics

 

China: Corporate bond spreads for weaker names are on the rise amid elevated default risks.

Source: BMI Research

 

Global Developments: Here is the Credit Suisse Global Risk Appetite Index.

Source: Credit Suisse

 

Equity Markets: Below are the components of the S&P 500 year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Source: JPMorgan Asset Management, @bySamRo

 

Emerging Markets: Argentina is expected to be in a recession this year as consumer confidence tumbles.

Source: Pantheon Macroeconomics

 


Food for Thought: Views on Roe v. Wade:

Source: @axios; Read full article

 

 

 

Edited by Joseph Cohen


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