Pips for Breakfast
The moves, the mayhem, and the lessons that still matter.
Pips for Breakfast: July 16, 2026
The US just put a 25% tax on Brazilian goods but decided beef and coffee are fine, which is a very specific way of saying we want your breakfast but not your...
Pips for Breakfast: July 15, 2026
China's GDP grew at its slowest pace in over three years, proving that even the world's factory sometimes needs a nap.
Pips for Breakfast: July 14, 2026
China just exported enough AI hardware to power a small moon, but the market is still going to hold its breath over whether a gallon of gas in Ohio cost two...
Pips for Breakfast: July 13, 2026
Four years ago today, the Euro and the Dollar decided parity was the only sensible way to settle their differences.
Pips for Breakfast: July 12, 2026
The market is currently ignoring a geopolitical ceasefire collapse, which is the financial equivalent of whistling past a graveyard while checking your phone.
Pips for Breakfast: July 10, 2026
Iran is realizing that owning the world's most important maritime choke point is a great way to make sure nobody forgets to call you back.
Pips for Breakfast: July 9, 2026
Today's unemployment claims are expected to tick up slightly, which is the kind of thrilling news that keeps the USD/JPY awake during the summer doldrums.
Pips for Breakfast: July 8, 2026
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand finally remembered how interest rates work, while Iran is doing its best to ensure your commute costs more than your mortgage.
Pips for Breakfast: July 7, 2026
The RBNZ is planning a rate hike at 10 PM tonight, because nothing says "monetary policy" like making everyone work late on a Tuesday.
Pips for Breakfast: July 6, 2026
Australia's inflation gauge just printed 32.9%, suggesting that either the data collector had a stroke or a loaf of bread now costs as much as a used Camry.
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