Sharkey, Howes & Javer

September 28, 2015 -- Inside the Economy with SH&J

The U.S. GDP number adjusted up, Qatar opens a $35B investment fund in NYC and Larry names China as the cause of global slowing -- all topics in this week’s Inside the Economy with SH&J. Larry also touches on the U.S. federal debt, impressive personal savings rates and the potential impact of a government shutdown. He ends his commentary by reminding us, while the markets may appear a little volatile, there is little volume and the trading is trying to generate some more activity. Listen in and share with your family and friends. 

September 14, 2015 -- Inside the Economy with SH&J

This week Larry focuses much of his commentary on the U.S. Looking at new housing starts, the dollar, markets and corporate America, Larry says, "The U.S. economy, compared to everyone else, is doing so much better." He also shares his perspective on the possibility of a rate increase by the Fed and answers a question from last week about the American banking system. Larry ends with a trip around the world to China, explaining how China's decline has influenced the currencies of countries that rely on China for trade. Educational and informative as per usual -- listen in now!

August 31, 2015 -- Inside the Economy with SH&J

Coming off of a week of some volatility in the markets, Larry addresses many of the concerns investors felt. Touching on the revised U.S. GDP, the S&P 500, and U.S. corporate profits, Larry shows how good the economy here looks. He also delves into the German economy and explains why it's more important to the U.S. economy than China and wraps up with a prediction for the 2016 election. An educational week this week -- encourage your friends and family to listen in!

August 17, 2015 -- Inside the Economy with SH&J

The S&P 500’s possible correction, the surprise of the Yuan’s devaluation and the Fed’s looming decision are all topics covered in this week’s Inside the Economy with SH&J. Larry also touches on the decline in mortgage delinquencies and overall consumer debt, and gives some commentary on student debt. Listen in and get up to speed on the U.S. and global economy.