Trusted Economic Perspectives

Staying the Course: What History Tells Us About War and the Stock Market

As tensions rise globally, particularly with renewed fears of a potential conflict involving Iran, investors may feel a sense of déjà vu. History, however, offers a reassuring perspective. At the start of the Ukraine War, we sent out this chart to offer some...

Wesbury Inflation and Doge

We have called inflation “political kryptonite” because it is so damaging to politicians. Clearly, inflation played a role in the 2024 election. So now that President Trump sits in the Oval Office, his opponents have been trying hard to link anything and everything in...

Cautionary Tale for DOGE

The buzz (can we say, vibe?) surrounding the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is undeniable. But the question remains: can DOGE truly deliver on their promise to reduce government spending? Proposing an extensive list of programs to cut is...