by Pater Tenebrarum
Acting Man
The Economy and the Stock Market
As long time readers know, we are always paying close attention to the manufacturing sector, which is far more important to the US economy than is generally believed. In terms of gross output it is the largest sector of the economy, and it should of course be obvious that saving, investment and production are the only ways to create wealth.
[…] Contrary to what one often hears from central bankers and their courtier economists, we cannot consume ourselves to prosperity. Rising consumption is a possible effect of economic growth, not a cause of it. Debt-funded capital consumption promoted by loose monetary policy can only lead to impoverishment.