Monday, September 23, 2013

 

As we continue to move through the new normal of our nation's economic malaise, here are some interesting data points to ponder upon:

1) household income levels - not positive
2) housing data - still a very wild ride
3) 10 year treasury yield chart for September - a lot of movement, a lot of volatility...FOMC trying to keep us on our toes!

2012 Household Income, August Housing Starts



• At An 18-Year Low, 2012 Real Median Household Income Was Below Levels Seen in 1968 through 1974
• 2012 Income Variance Hit Record High,Suggestive of Greater Financial and Economic Crises Ahead
• Systemic Instabilities That Led to 2008 Crisis Still Have to Be Worked Through
• Housing Starts Continued in Renewed Downturn or Stagnation 
Source: Shadow Government Statistics, American Business Analytics & Research LLC

Median Incomes Have Increased In Just Two Of The Last 11 Years

chart of the day median income
Some housing data:

Housing Starts Through August 2013

Further housing gains require strong income growth from U.S. consumers, but with 11 million Americans seeking work, this growth is unlikely to materialize.
Housing Starts 08.2013

New Home Sales 2000 to Date 07.2013

And finally, what a ride we are on.......

Chart Of The Day

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