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Unusual Whales

The Unusual Whales NFT Project. There are currently 6,969 Whales in this  project, each one being unique in it's own way. No two are alike with some being rarer than others.

However, this is not just another generative art project, but a pass to access NFT tools to help you navigating the NFT space. It also gives you access to the equity, options, crypto, and derivative tools.

Holding an NFT in your wallet will allow you to access the tools exclusively.

As a reminder, NFT prices are highly volatile, and often represent illiquid markets. These are not investment vehicles but rather access to equity, options, and crypto tooling.  Enter/purchase at your own risk and please be responsible. You can lose all or some of your initial crypto bid.

It is not recommended to buy these NFTs.

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Canadian Air Travel to US Plummets 25.8% in July

Mon 25th Aug 2025
**Canadian air travel to the US continues declining sharply**, with residents returning by commercial airlines dropping **25.8% in July** compared to last year, according to Statistics Canada. This follows earlier trends showing: - **13% drop** in Canada-to-US bookings in February-March - **23% plunge** in cross-border road trips by Canadians in February The consistent decline across multiple months and travel methods suggests **sustained weakness in Canada-US travel demand** throughout 2025.

Long-term Job Search Challenges Persist Through 2025

Mon 21st Jul 2025
According to FORTUNE, a significant portion of the workforce continues to face extended periods of unemployment. The latest data shows that 20% of job seekers have been actively searching for employment for 10-12 months or longer. This trend has remained consistent since February 2025, indicating: - Sustained challenges in the job market - Potential structural changes in employment - Extended job search timelines becoming more common The persistence of long-term job seeking suggests deeper economic shifts that may require new approaches to job hunting and skill development.

Barclays Revises S&P 500 Target for 2025

Tue 8th Apr 2025
Barclays has significantly lowered its S&P 500 year-end target for 2025 to 5900, down from the previous forecast of 6600. This revision represents a notable shift from earlier market optimism, including RBC Capital Markets' projection of 6600 made in late 2024. The adjustment suggests a more conservative outlook for US equities in the coming year. This 700-point reduction reflects changing market conditions and economic expectations. - Previous target: 6600 - New target: 5900 - Reduction: 700 points

JPMorgan Raises Recession Risk Assessment

Thu 6th Mar 2025
JPMorgan has significantly increased its forecast for economic downturn probability from 17% in November to 31% as of March 2025. This follows earlier warnings that U.S. interest rates reaching 7% could trigger a recession and market risk aversion. Key points: - 14% increase in recession probability - Current forecast: 31% chance of downturn - Previous assessment: 17% (November) This update from JPMorgan ($JPM) suggests growing concerns about economic stability in the near term.

Banks Reducing China Exposure According to Bloomberg Report

Mon 3rd Mar 2025
Global financial institutions are actively reducing their exposure to Chinese markets, according to recent Bloomberg reporting. This shift follows earlier predictions from December 2024 that suggested China might implement its largest rate cut in ten years. The banking sector's retreat signals growing caution toward Chinese investments, marking a significant change in international financial strategy. - Major banks scaling back Chinese market positions - Follows December 2024 predictions of major rate cuts - Represents broader shift in global banking approach This development could impact global market dynamics and investment strategies in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Bank of America Survey Shows Strong Economic Confidence

Mon 24th Feb 2025
Bank of America's latest survey reveals a notably optimistic economic outlook, with 82% of respondents dismissing recession concerns for 2025. Only 16% predict a global downturn. This confidence comes despite recent investor sentiment showing U.S. stocks at 24-year highs in overvaluation concerns. Key points: - BofA forecasts 2.4% U.S. growth rate for 2025 - Growth projection exceeds Bloomberg consensus (2%) - Strong majority (82%) expect no recession - Investor caution remains on stock valuations *The contrast between economic optimism and market valuation concerns suggests a complex landscape for investors in 2025.*
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Side Hustles During Work Hours: A Growing Trend

Mon 16th Dec 2024
Recent FORTUNE reports reveal a significant trend in workplace dynamics: - 41% of employees now admit to working on side hustles during their primary job hours - 55% of hiring managers have observed this behavior - Half of managers express concerns about potential productivity impacts The data suggests a growing shift in traditional work patterns, as employees increasingly pursue multiple income streams. This trend raises important questions about workplace productivity and the evolving nature of employment relationships. *Key Implications:* - Potential impact on workplace productivity - Changing dynamics between employers and employees - Growing acceptance of multiple income streams

Baby Boomers Staying Put: 80% Plan to Age in Current Homes

Mon 9th Dec 2024
A recent Redfin survey reveals a significant trend among baby boomer homeowners, with 80% indicating they plan to age in their current residences. This comes amid broader shifts in boomer retirement patterns: - 14% of boomers and late Gen Xers have already unretired - 4% are considering returning to work - Gender differences in career returns: * 16% of women over 55 planning work return * 21% of men over 55 considering career comebacks This aging-in-place preference could impact housing market dynamics and availability for younger generations.
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