macroeconomics

Decoding M2 Money Velocity: Economic Warnings from Historical Peaks to Modern Lows

Deep analysis of M2 money velocity's decline from 1997's historical peak of 2.19 to 2025's 1.39, revealing hidden economic structural changes and investment insights behind the data.

Understanding the VIX Fear Index: What Does the Market Sentiment Thermometer Tell Us?

The VIX Fear Index serves as a thermometer for market sentiment. Current level of 16.37 shows relatively calm markets, but looking back at historical data from the 2008 financial crisis (peak 80.86) and 2020 pandemic (peak 82.69), we learn important investment lessons: panic often creates opportuni