
Can Government Data Be Trusted? Plus, Yeti and JNJ.
Barron's Streetwise
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Controversies in Economic Data Reporting
This chapter explores the recent controversies surrounding the Bureau of Labor Statistics and how job report revisions can affect investor confidence. It discusses the political pressures facing data integrity and the implications of leadership changes on key economic indicators. The conversation highlights the risks posed by government data manipulation and its potential to influence monetary policy and investment strategies.
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