U.S. Productivity Growth and Hourly Compensation

U.S. Productivity Growth and Hourly Compensation When wages lag behind productivity growth, workers do not receive their fair share of the wealth created. Image: Economic Policy Institute

U.S. 10-Year Treasury Term Premium

U.S. 10-Year Treasury Term Premium The increasing term premium signals that investors require greater compensation for the risks inherent in holding longer-term bonds, reflecting increased concerns about interest rate and inflation over longer durations. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Equity Risk Premium

Equity Risk Premium The equity risk premium, at the 94th percentile from 2010 and at the 67th percentile from 2000, suggests that investors may not be receiving adequate compensation for the risks associated with investing in U.S. stocks. Image: J.P. Morgan Equity Macro Research

National Income vs. GDP and U.S. Recessions

National Income vs. GDP and U.S. Recessions Fast rising compensation of employees tends to precede economic slowdowns in the United States. The U.S. economic recovery is expected to slow down in 2022. Image: Real Investment Advice