In Episode 4 of Informal Economics, Kyle and Eric discuss the translation of international news into investable decisions by applying economics. They explore the connection between wage inflation and market trends, emphasizing the importance of contextualizing job reports against inflation. They also delve into global economic trends and market responses, highlighting how economic momentum can impact financial markets. The conversation touches on the impact of geopolitical events on markets and the significance of understanding international policies and their effects on investments. Eric talks about the effects of Russia's oil output decline on the global oil market and the potential consequences for industries such as infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, and retail. He also touches on the economic situations in Argentina, China, and South Korea, highlighting the efforts of Argentina to stabilize its currency and the challenges faced by China in bridging the gap between manufacturing and household income. After about an hour, the wheels come off and we go way off topic… You’ve been warned. If you have any questions for Eric to answer in the next episode, please send them to [email protected], or DM us on twitter or Discord! Sponsors and FriendsOur podcast is sponsored by Sue Maki at Fairway Independent Mortgage (MLS# 206048). Licensed in 38 states, if you need anything mortgage-related, reach out to her at [email protected] or give her a call at (520) 977-7904. Tell her 2 Bulls sent you to get the best rates available! For anyone trading futures, check out Vantatrading.com. Founded by Mr. W Banks and Baba Yaga, they provide a ton of educational content with the focus of teaching aspiring traders how to build a repeatable, profitable process. You can find our exclusive affiliate link/discount code for Vanta ‘s subscription in our free discord server as well! If you are interested in signing up with TRADEPRO Academy, you can use our affiliate link here. We receive compensation for any purchases made when using this link, so it's a great way to support the show and learn at the same time! **Join our Discord for a link and code to save 10%** To contact us, you can email us directly at [email protected]  Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Discord to get updated when new content is posted!  Check out our directory for other amazing interviews we've done in the past! If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice! If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends! If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here! About Eric:Eric is a practicing labor economist, who currently works as a chief financial officer for the city of Quincy, Ma. His area of research focuses primarily on small business and macroeconomics trends. Eric has a special interest in historical economics, cliometrics and steers clear of ideological hardlines, preferring to use empirical analysis in his appearances. theinformaleconomist.com - Eric Mason's Website Follow Eric on LinkedIn Follow Eric on Twitter Previous Episodes with Eric Mason Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy