BUSINESS ABOVE THE FOLD
Major Indexes Hit Record Highs — But the Vibes Are Off
The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all touched new highs this week, but traders are acting more anxious than celebratory. Turns out “record highs” feel less exciting when your grocery bill still looks like a mortgage payment.
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Fed Governor Hints at “Aggressive” Rate Cuts
Stephen Miran says he’s ready to drop rates faster than a bad cover band leaves the stage. Translation: the Fed might finally admit the economy’s tired.
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Oil Prices Dip Even as Rate-Cut Hopes Rise
Crude prices slid again thanks to soft demand, stubborn supply, and a general sense of “meh.” Cheaper gas might be nice, but the industry’s running on fumes and caffeine.
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Equipment Borrowing Slows, But Credit Opens Up
Businesses borrowed a little less for new gear in August, but lenders loosened their belts anyway. Apparently “cautious optimism” is back in style.
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Stocks Rise as Growth Wobbles
Traders pushed markets higher despite weaker growth numbers and fading consumer confidence. Nothing says “healthy economy” like ignoring the warning lights.
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ICE COLD MULLET
We’re team Kristen on this mullet. It sparkles.
PARTY BELOW THE FOLD
I Prevail Drop Violent Nature
The metalcore heavyweights returned with Violent Nature, their first album with new bassist Jon Eberhard — all scream, no skip. Perfect for anyone who likes their motivation loud.
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Motion City Soundtrack Return with The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World
A decade later, the emo-pop veterans are back with hooks, heart, and the same self-awareness that made them great. Nostalgia’s never sounded this emotionally stable.
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The Mullet Times —Just Because It’s Serious Doesn’t Mean It Can’t Be Funny.