Over the past three years, the Federal Reserve has steadily raised short-term interest rates. Meanwhile, the M2 money supply — a key measure once championed by Milton Friedman — has been shrinking, bottoming out in late 2023. Logically, tighter monetary policy should have slowed economic growth or even triggered a recession by now. Yet, …
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Medicaid Cuts and Impact on Insurers
If lawmakers approve major Medicaid cuts, health insurers in this market could feel financial pressure, according to Fitch Ratings. The House budget bill proposes $2 trillion in federal spending cuts over the next decade, with $880 billion affecting Medicaid. Critics warn this could increase state costs and cause coverage losses …
Why Are Interest Rates Rising After the Fed’s Rate Cuts?
After the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts in late 2024, Treasury yields have unexpectedly climbed. What’s driving this counterintuitive trend? Key Takeaways A Counterintuitive Market Reaction In September 2024, the Federal Reserve made headlines with a 50-bps cut to the federal funds rate, signaling that inflation was finally under control. That …
Trump’s Initial Health Policy Moves Suggest Repeal of Biden Initiatives, Future Uncertain
January 24, 2025 | President Donald Trump’s initial health care policy actions indicate a potential rollback of key Biden-era initiatives aimed at reducing drug costs and expanding access to public health insurance programs. Observers in the health care sector, including policymakers, executives, and advocates, are closely monitoring these developments to …
Major Changes at Blue Shield of California: New CEO, New Business Focus
January 2025 marks a transformative chapter for Blue Shield of California, one of the state’s largest healthcare insurers. With a bold restructuring plan and historic leadership changes, the organization is setting a course for innovation, efficiency, and growth in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. A New Corporate Structure to Streamline …
Republican Sweep Sends Markets Higher, Policy Uncertainty Looms
With the recent declaration of former President Trump as the U.S. election winner and Republicans poised to control both the Senate and House, markets have surged. U.S. equities rallied, while Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar saw significant increases. Yet, despite this positive initial response, investors face considerable uncertainty over …