The Mark Moss Show The Recession Was a Lie—Here’s What’s REALLY Coming!
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Jun 30, 2025 The discussion tackles the disparity between sensational media narratives and the real economic data. Surprising indicators reveal increases in consumer spending and business investments, challenging the common myth of a crashing economy. A notable surge in private capital investment, driven by the AI boom, hints at a transformative industrial shift. The conversation also underscores the resilience of markets like Bitcoin and highlights the importance of understanding wage trends amidst inflation, urging listeners to seize emerging investment opportunities instead of succumbing to fear.
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GDP's Negative Print Misleading
- GDP's negative print is mainly due to a 41% surge in imports driven by tariff uncertainties.
- Without this one-time surge, actual GDP growth was about 4.5%, showing strong economic health.
GDP Is a Distorted Measure
- GDP includes distortions like government spending and imports, which can mask real economic conditions.
- GDP measures domestic production excluding imports, so surging imports count negatively against GDP.
Consumers Are Spending and Saving
- Consumer spending remains robust with increases in spending on services and goods.
- Personal savings are also rising, suggesting consumers have financial resilience.