The Week Ahead 2026.02.22

Bob Elliott · Nonconsensus · February 22, 2026 at 23:06 · ⏱ 1 min read  | Read on Substack ↗
TLDR
The article reviews recent economic data, highlighting the role of declining US savings rates in sustaining spending, and previews upcoming housing and inflation reports from the US, Japan, and Australia. It also notes market movements from tariff news and mentions a considered but not executed idea to add gold. • US economic strength is driven by a rapid decline in the savings rate, offsetting weak employment. • US housing data will be watched for signs of price declines needed to stimulate demand. • Japanese inflation data supports the view that rate hikes are unnecessary, while Australian inflation may pressure the RBA to raise rates. • The author considered adding gold due to improved flow mix but has not taken action.
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Read time 1 min
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Category finance
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