QTR’s Fringe Finance

QTR's Fringe Finance critically examines financial, political, and societal issues through a libertarian lens, frequently questioning mainstream narratives around topics like monetary policy, media honesty, and government interventions. It delves into the impact of economic policies, the role of alternative media, and promotes skepticism towards established financial and governmental institutions.

Monetary Policy Media Critique Government Intervention Inflation and Economic Analysis Libertarianism Financial Markets Cryptocurrency Civil Liberties Political Commentary

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Iceland Bans Moderna Vaccine Hours After Sweden, Denmark and Norway Halt Use

3 implied HN points • 10 Oct 21
  1. Iceland has banned the Moderna vaccine following Sweden, Denmark, and Norway's halts due to concerns about heart inflammation.
  2. There are questions regarding the long-term safety of vaccines and how the public and investors will react.
  3. The decision to ban the Moderna vaccine in multiple countries may impact the company's stock and global vaccine confidence.

Do Early Robinhood Investors See The Writing On The Wall?

3 implied HN points • 09 Oct 21
  1. Some early Robinhood investors are seeking to speed up share sales after new risk disclosures.
  2. Robinhood's stock dropped after existing shareholders wanted to sell their shares quickly.
  3. The company's valuation is considered a bubble, with risks related to crypto trading and payment arrangements.

Our Bullshit Economy: Trillion Dollar Coin Edition

3 implied HN points • 08 Oct 21
  1. The idea of minting a trillion dollar coin to avoid national debt is insulting and inane.
  2. Replacing Jerome Powell as Fed chair with someone equally dovish is not a solution.
  3. Some Covid developments prove conspiracy theorists may not be far off.

PCR Test Orders "Surged" In China Months Before First "Official" Covid Case

3 implied HN points • 05 Oct 21
  1. An increase in PCR test orders in China happened months before the first official Covid case.
  2. This finding suggests the possibility of a cover-up regarding the Covid situation in China.
  3. Questions arise regarding transparency and trust in China's handling of the pandemic.
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Lawrence Lepard: Our Covid Response Has Been "Orwellian"

3 implied HN points • 04 Sep 21
  1. Lawrence Lepard believes our COVID response is Orwellian
  2. Discussion on China hoarding gold and possible digital gold backed Yuan
  3. Importance of sound money and belief in eventual collapse of US monetary system

Fringe Favorites: August 2021

3 implied HN points • 02 Sep 21
  1. The blog 'Fringe Finance' has had over 40,000 reads in its first month.
  2. Top posts from August 2021 cover predictions about Biden, investments in China, and the US economy.
  3. China's possible backing of their digital Yuan with gold and the call to replace Fed chair Powell are discussed in the posts.

Enough Is Enough: The Narrative Around "Returning To Normal" And Herd Immunity Has Been Brazenly Inconsistent

3 implied HN points • 01 Sep 21
  1. The narrative around returning to normal and herd immunity throughout the pandemic has been inconsistent and constantly changing.
  2. Dr. Fauci's statements about vaccination and herd immunity have shifted over time, from initial expectations to new challenges posed by variants.
  3. There is ongoing debate and uncertainty about the effectiveness of vaccines, the concept of herd immunity, and the future trajectory of the pandemic.

A Rise In Rates Will "Kneecap" The Stock Market: Jon Najarian

2 implied HN points • 06 Dec 21
  1. Jon Najarian predicts that a rise in rates will harm the stock market.
  2. Jon Najarian has a background in football and trading before becoming a professional investor specializing in options.
  3. The interview discusses topics like crypto, inflation, and threats to the market.

Shiba Inu And Other Fungus Growing On Our Economy

2 implied HN points • 29 Oct 21
  1. The Shiba Inu crypto run-up could be a bad omen for the global economy.
  2. There are concerns about the intertwining of crypto with the financial system.
  3. Crypto market crash could lead to significant systemic repercussions.

Gamma Squeezes, Mainstream Media Morons & A Case For Uranium

2 implied HN points • 22 Oct 21
  1. Discussing insights into the SEC investigation with Bill Hwang's Archegos
  2. Highlighting mainstream media failures with the Hunter Biden laptop & Joe Rogan ivermectin stories
  3. Making the case for investing in uranium due to market dynamics and global adoption of nuclear power

A Sneaky "Gamification" Pair Trade That May Net Up To 50%

2 implied HN points • 04 Oct 21
  1. Pair trades aim to reduce risk while offering potential return.
  2. Look at companies in the same industry with different value opportunities.
  3. Patient investors can benefit from pair trades by capitalizing on value discrepancies.

I Added More Of One Chinese Stock That Has Been Decimated

2 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
  1. The author added more of a specific Chinese stock to their portfolio.
  2. The Chinese stock had been heavily affected for reasons that the author finds unjustified.
  3. The relationship between the Chinese government and the Securities and Exchange Commission is still uncertain.

Will Regulation Kill Crypto Or Legitimize It?

1 implied HN point • 26 Sep 21
  1. Regulation in the U.S. may legitimize crypto by treating it as a security.
  2. China's ban on crypto could result in the country avoiding a potential market crash.
  3. Regulation worldwide raises questions about how governments will approach the cryptocurrency industry.