World economic leading indicators pointed to expanding global conditions for Q1/2020 in November. Both LEI (Leading Economic Indicator) and composite PMI data signalled growing economic activity.

Invention of cryptocurrencies has inspired many people to explore the nature of currency and money itself (including this author). Even more interesting, and less discussed, aspect of economy is how growth is enabled by the same process of money creation. Cryptocurrencies provide us an interesting case study of how economic growth, and wealth creation in general, works. New development in cryptocurrency world called decentralized finance is set to disrupt the old world order.

Stock investors are bombarded by daily headlines about market ups and downs. Along with market developments, media frequently cites various economic indicators to build a narrative about market developments. It’s a good idea to make yourself as an investor aware of most commonly cited economic indicators. Investors would also benefit to make themselves aware of the choices financial publications make when they choose what indicators to report, how to incorporate those numbers to a wider economic narrative, and ultimately to be able to question themselves, do those indicators matter when it comes to investing?

World economic leading indicators imply still expanding global conditions for Q4/2019 in September. Both LEI (Leading Economic Indicator) and composite PMI data signal growing economic activity.