BUSINESS ABOVE THE FOLD
All Three Major Indexes Hit Record Highs (and a Wall of Anxiety)
The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed at fresh highs Friday, but under the surface, traders are twitchy about inflation and rates. Think of it as champagne with a side of heartburn.
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Fed Governor Hints at “Aggressive” Rate Cuts
Stephen Miran, one of the Fed’s newer faces, signaled he’s ready to slice interest rates fast to prop up the labor market. Translation: the money faucet might turn back on any day now.
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Oil Prices Slip as Demand Weakens
Crude prices dipped despite a friendlier Fed outlook — because no one’s sure who’s still buying the stuff. The energy market’s basically running on fumes and optimism.
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U.S. Drillers Add Rigs for Third Week Straight
Oil and gas firms quietly boosted their rig count again, hinting they’re gearing up for busier days. Nothing says confidence like spending millions to dig new holes.
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Business Activity Slows While Costs Creep Up
A private survey shows business output shrinking again in September, even as companies pay more to stay afloat. It’s like revving an engine that’s running out of gas — loud but not going anywhere.
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THE LIVERPOOL CLASSIC
Let that mullet be, Sir Paul.
PARTY BELOW THE FOLD
The Offspring Open for The Who at the Hollywood Bowl
The punk-pop survivors scored a dream gig supporting The Who on Sept 19 in L.A., and the crowd got a generational crossover nobody saw coming. Punk meets mod — and everyone leaves hoarse.
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Kittie Re-Record Their 2000 Classic for Spit XXV
Two decades later, Kittie re-cut their breakout album with tighter chops and louder amps. Proof that nostalgia still sells — especially when it screams.
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The Mullet Times — Because Jokes Are Even Funnier On The Company's Dime.