Mish Shedlock

Mike Shedlock / Mish is a registered investment advisor for SitkaPacific Capital Management. On “MishTalk,” global economics blog, he writes several articles a day on the global economy. Topics include interest rates, central bank policy, gold and precious metals, jobs, and economic reports, all from an Austrian Economic perspective.

Politics

Mish ShedlockJuly 24, 2026
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Trump Signs a Nuclear Deal with Saudi, Demands Huge Changes One Day Later

Oops. Trump made a stupid deal. So now he won’t honor it. The Art of Stupid Deals Yesterday, I commented Trump…
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Commentary

Mish ShedlockJuly 23, 2026
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Hypocrisy: Trump Deal Allows Saudis To Enrich Uranium – No International Inspections

The hypocrisy is stunning. The Saudi Path to Enriching Uranium The Washington Post reports U.S. signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 23, 2026
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Trump Threatens To Attack Bridges & Power Plants In Tehran

A very desperate Trump threatens to carry out war crimes on Iranian civilian targets. From This Point Forward From this…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 22, 2026
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Hegseth Blasted In Congress Over His Lies That Iran’s Military Capability Destroyed

Hegseth seeks more money for illegal wars. Just say no. Watch Hegseth Get Hammered in Congress Today Osoff: Day 14,…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 22, 2026
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Israel Gives Trump Marching Orders to Escalate the War. What’ll the Puppet Do?

It’s not orders per se. But it’s similar to the “intelligence” scam that started this mess. Israel’s New Intelligence Claim…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 21, 2026
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How Quickly Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced by a New Senator?

In the event McConnell is no longer a Senator, what happens? Kentucky Law Kentucky law (changed in 2024) requires a…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 20, 2026
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Trump Defends The Iran War & Another US Death: “It’s A Shame”

There’s another verified US death today. Expect more. Furious Trump Defends the War, Launches Revenge Attacks The New York Post…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 19, 2026
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Trump’s Foolish Escalation in Iran Results in Two More Dead U.S. Troops

Trump had a golden opportunity to declare victory and move on. He chose unwisely. Two More Dead U.S. Troops The…
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Commentary

Mish ShedlockJuly 18, 2026
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The Warmongering WSJ Editorial Board Wants to Re-Fight the Vietnam War

In a convoluted post on Israel, the WSJ moans about Democrats voting against Vietnam War funding. Past Betrayals Please consider The…
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Commentary

Mish ShedlockJuly 17, 2026
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Trump’s ICE Gestapo Is Back in Action with More Murders

ICE has total disregard for safety or procedures. The deaths speak for themselves. Spotlight Houston “Either these agents are completely…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 15, 2026
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Lindsey Graham’s Sister to Fill Out the Remainder of His Senate Term

Darline Graham perfectly meets the requirements of the job. Hear me out. The Cynics Chime In A Question of Qualifications…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 14, 2026
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Trump Says the US Is the Hormuz Strait Guardian, Will Charge 20 Percent Fee

Instead of paying Iran $1 million per ship, Trump wants 20 percent of cargo. Guardian of the Strait The Hormuz…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 13, 2026
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Lindsey Graham Political Math – One Less Vote for the SAVE Act

Senator Graham died of a heart attack. There are tears, cheers, and repercussions. Lindsey Graham, Republican Senator and Staunch Trump…
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Commentary

Mish ShedlockJuly 10, 2026
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Judge Orders Trump to Pay Jean Carroll $5 Million Damage Plus $800,000 Interest

The Supreme Court refuses to hear the case, triggering the payout. Congrats to E. Jean Carroll The Wall Street Journal…
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Mish ShedlockJuly 4, 2026
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Ten Ways President Trump Is a Threat to the United States

Trump says, “America is under attack”. Truer words have never been spoken. Trump Attacks Socialists as He Speaks at Mount…
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Mish ShedlockJune 30, 2026
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Trump Loses Birthright Citizenship Case 6-3, Barrett and Kavanaugh in Majority

This was easy but I did get Gorsuch wrong. [Note see addendum on Gorsuch]. President Trump v Barbara Please consider…
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