"Macroeconomics" deals with the "big picture" of how things fit together in the economy as a whole, while "microeconomics" deals more with how it affects the individual. Here at InflationData, we generally look at the macro side and leave the economics of the individual to our sister sites like Your Family Finances. Today we are going to look at the macroeconomic implications of the link between inflation and Interest rates. ~Tim McMahon, editor The Macroeconomic Link Between Inflation and Interest Rates By George J. Newton Price Inflation is the rate at which the price of goods and services rises in the economy over a period of time. Monetary inflation is the increase in the money … [Read more...]
Michael Maloney: “We pay tax for the privilege to have currency”
In this video excerpt from the Casey Summit When Money Dies, Rich Dad advisor Mike Maloney explains how currency is created, "fractional reserve banking," and why our banking system is a pyramid scam of epic proportions. Listen to Mike's complete summit speech – plus those of nearly 30 other renowned financial experts – from the comfort of your home. More than 20 hours of audio recordings on CD or MP3, including the experts’ top stock picks. Learn more. … [Read more...]
