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5 Signs The Next Economic Crisis Is Almost Here

Of all the ways that society could come to a sudden halt or crash down spectacularly, a complete economic collapse is one of the more likely, deadly, and quickest ways a country may be brought to its knees.

History is filled with examples that we can look to for what may happen in the event of complete economic collapse – Weimar Germany, the Soviet states in Eastern Europe in the ’70s and ’80s, and the Great Depression all caused the affected countries to go through throws of violent chaos.

The most modern example, Venezuela, shows us exactly what we can expect to happen in the event of sudden economic collapse. Massive spikes in inflation (Venezuela currently is experiencing a 1000% inflation rate) wipe out savings overnight, governmental nationalization of industries and businesses in an attempt to get a handle on the situation, and when that doesn’t work, violent repression of the population’s growing discontent.

The most terrifying aspect of an economic collapse is how quickly and unexpectedly it can happen. One day life is normal, the next you can see everything falling apart before your very eyes. Market shelves run empty, banks shutter their doors, and the utilities we depend on for life like electricity and running water begin shutting down. Without proper awareness and preparedness, you and your family can easily be swept up in the chaos.

In order to be prepared for a sudden economic collapse, you have to be aware of the signs. What sort of things can tell you that a collapse is approaching and how bad it will be? Let’s look at the most common and most damning portents for economic downturn and disaster:

1. Yield Curve Inversions

This is one of the most accurate predictors of a recession and the one you need to pay the closest attention to.

A typical yield curve has short term debt bonds paying out less than long-term bonds (I.E. a 2-year bond offering 2% interest and a 10-year offering 5%). An inversion occurs when the short-term bonds begin being valued higher than the long-term bonds.

This inversion is due to a greater demand for long-term bonds over short-term bonds, which means investors think a longer-term yield will protect them from incoming recession.

Inversions have predicted almost every single recession and depression in the United State since the late 1800s. Inversions in 1968, ’73, ’78, ’80, ’88, 2000, and ’06 preceded the coming recession by 14 months on average, and they’ve just inverted again as of March 2019.

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2. Central Banking Policies

Tracking the decisions of the oft-maligned central bank is another essential part of economic vigilance – the Federal Reserve in the U.S. controls a number of different aspects of the economy and its decisions can easily cause economic chaos.

The central bank is in charge of interest rates and the money supply for the country. When times are hard, the Fed lowers interest rates to spur economic growth with ‘free’ money. When times are good, the Fed increases interest rates to control inflation.

Increasing these rates typically leads to significant economic slowdowns, however, so the Fed only does it when it believes the economy to be strong enough to handle the hikes or when inflation begins spiraling out of control.

When the Fed announces a plan to increase rates, then reneges on those plans, it’s very often a sign that the economy is in for rough seas in the very near future. And this year, the Fed has decided to stop raising rates.

3. Stock Market Instability

The stock market is the most visible economic indicator, though it’s not usually useful for forecasting as the market is a reactionary entity rather than a predictive one. Once the market falls, it’s already too late for preparations.

A highly volatile market, however, is highly indicative of deep-seated problems in an economy. 2018 marked one of the most unstable market years in recent memory, with record high valuations followed by a quick crash before quickly climbing right back up to surpass its previous highs.

This volatility points to a huge amount of uncertainty on part of investors. The Fed’s decisions, the increasing level of strife and political turmoil around the world, the conflicting economic reports, and geopolitical movement all make investors nervous.

There is one thing above all others that causes market crashes, and that is uncertainty. Investors are a skittish bunch, and any indication that things are about to go bad will cause them to bolt like a herd of wild horses.

4. Residential and Business Construction Rates

The final economic marker to be aware of is the residential and business construction rates. The residential construction rate, especially, is highly responsive to the general population’s economic conditions.

The more money people are making and the more confident they are about the future, the more likely they are to buy property. Construction rates boom during good times and they’re the first to see a slowdown when the economy begins to sputter.

Since the highs of the post-recession revitalization of the residential construction market in 2016-17, housing construction levels have reduced by a full 15%.

The real estate and construction markets are the pulse of an economy – if they are slow to non-existent, it almost always means that a crash is not far away.

5. Localized Natural Disasters or Violence in Highly Productive Areas

This one can be difficult to get a handle on, as the world is a violent place and in constant turmoil. Certain areas are highly productive linchpins of the global economy that contain a resource or a number of resources that we require for an uninterrupted modern lifestyle. It could be a mineral, a rare earth element, or even something as simple as food.

An example of this is the 2018-2019 winter that struck the United States’ MidWest region. During the initial thaw, ranchers began the calving process for next year’s beef stock, and farmers began filling silos with grain for seeding. An unexpected and wildly powerful late winter storm came through the region, delivering several feet of snow and rain in the space of a couple of days.

In the following weeks, another thaw caused an ice flow that destroyed everything in its path, causing hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of damage and killing over a million newly birthed calves. This event will spike food prices in the U.S. and abroad, leading to a massive reduction in demand for goods which could trigger another recession.

To best forecast these kinds of economic recessions, pinpoint certain locations with resources that are necessary for modern life and tailor your news feed to keep up to date with their current status.

What Should I Do?

Just keep preparing. Make sure you have plenty of emergency food on hand, and if a major collapse occurs, you’ll be able to eat. But even if only a mild recession occurs, your food cache will help you stretch your grocery budget if prices go up or money is tight. And don’t forget about water.

During recessions and depressions, crime tends to go up, so make sure you have plenty of home security measures in place. You may also want to consider getting a gun for home defense.

If things get really bad, you may have to leave the city. In case that happens, make sure you have a bug out bag and a place to go.

The time to prepare is running out. Don’t waste it.

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4 No Cook Meals For Surviving The Pandemic And Food Supply Shortages

When it comes to your food supply, you just can’t risk not having enough. These no cook meals will be a great addition to your food supply planning. Check out the recipes below!

No Cook Meals to Help You Through the Pandemic

As of the writing of this article, there are 20 meat processing plants that have been shut down due to COVID-19 infections. We have been worrying about these types of effects on our food supply for months now, and this is the first real sign of how infections can affect the food supply.

When you walk into a supermarket, you might not see all the choices you had in the past. An empty meat case is a humbling thing for your eyes to fall upon. It’s the shocking realization that the seemingly infinite supply of chickens, pigs, and cows that are butchered for us has begun to run dry!

To deal with this issue, we are going to present four no cook meals that will help you create dinners at home that will feed your family without worrying so much about what’s available, or unavailable, in the meat case.

1. Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Salted Pork Sandwiches

Smashed White Bean, Avocado and Salted Pork Sandwiches | No Cook Meals for Surviving the Pandemic and Food Supply Shortages

As preppers we get beans. There are a bunch of ways to use beans and this a great example of how you can pack a sandwich with great nutrition and protein.

Serving: Makes 4 sandwiches

Ingredients:

Can of White Beans
Olive Oil
1 Avocado
8 Slices of Whole Grain Bread
8 Slices of Salted Pork (Prosciutto, Ham, Virginia Ham)

Instructions:

Begin by draining your beans in a colander then smashing them up in a bowl add a few glugs of olive oil, salt, pepper. This little mix is delicious. If you add some minced rosemary, you can even turn this into a delicious dip.
Pit your avocado and cut it in half and then quarters lengthwise. Leave the skin on.
Lay the bread out on a clean work surface for assembling the sandwiches.
Spread your mashed bean mix onto one side of the bread.
Peel your avocados and slice 1 quarter for each sandwich. Spread slices over the bean spread.
Add a few slices of your pork to over the top of the avocado.
You can finish this sandwich with some lettuces, fresh sprouts, or just eat it as is.

2. Delicious Crab Salad

Canned crab is a protein option that will likely be around through much of this meat crisis. It does have to be kept in refrigeration, but it’s delicious and this chipotle mayo salad is great in the spring and summer.

Ingredients:

1 Can of Crab Meat
1 Bunch of Asparagus
Chipotle Mayo
1 Bunch of Green Onions
1 Bunch of Cilantro

Instructions:

Drain your crab in a colander and set it in the sink.
Slice your asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Throw them into a bowl.
Thinly slice your onions and your cilantro and throw that into the bowl, as well.
Gently toss in the crab meat.
Squirt on enough Chipotle mayo to coat everything and toss gently not to break up the crab meat.
Chill in the fridge and serve.

3. Simple Greek Salad

Simple Greek Salad | No Cook Meals for Surviving the Pandemic and Food Supply Shortages

The combination of simple summer ingredients makes for an incredible quick salad that you could add other proteins, too, if you wanted. These could be canned meats.

Ingredients:

2 Large Tomatoes
1 Cucumber
1 Red Onion
¼ Cup of Feta Cheese
A Few Sprigs of Fresh Mint
½ Cup of Kalamata Olives
Balsamic Dressing

Instructions:

I like to cut the tomatoes in large chunks and have them kind of be the main course in this salad. Peel and slice your cucumber in half. Remove the seeds and either dice or slice in half-moons.
Peel and slice your red onion in half. Julienne your, or thinly slice, your half onion.
Add all these ingredients to a bowl. Finely slice your mint.
Add your olives, crumbled feta, and mint to the bowl and add enough dressing to coat everything.
Stir it up and allow this to chill for at least an hour for the flavors to really blend.

4. Mediterranean Tuna Lettuce Wraps

Mediterranean Tuna Lettuce Wraps | No Cook Meals for Surviving the Pandemic and Food Supply Shortages

Using some similar ingredients and adding a protein like tuna, you can create some delicious lettuce wraps. The key to a good lettuce wrap is to have most of the items around the same size. So, consider that when you are preparing this dish.

Ingredients:

Iceberg or Butter Lettuce
Canned Artichokes
Canned roasted Red peppers
Fresh Cucumber
Feta Cheese
Minced Olives ¼ Cup
2 Cans of Tuna
Green Onions
Basil

Instructions:

Start by peeling all the full leaves from your lettuce. Set them on a plate either cover them with a wet paper towel or put them back into the fridge.
Dice the peppers, artichokes, and cucumbers into cubes. Go no larger than ½ an inch.
Thinly slice your green onions and basil and add them to a bowl with your diced vegetables. Add your loves to this bowl and mix them thoroughly.
Crumble your feta cheese over the mixture.
Drain your tuna thoroughly and then add that to the bowl, as well.
Gently toss this mixture. Try not to break up the tuna and the cheese too much but incorporate it thoroughly.
If you want, you can add some olive oil to the mix or a few glugs of balsamic vinegar. It’s also delicious just how it is.
Scoop a few tablespoons into a lettuce leaf, wrap it up and eat up!

These no cook meals should help lessen the stress you feel when thinking of what to feed your family. If you don’t have the specific ingredients, use your creativity, and use what you have. You might discover a new recipe while you’re at it!

What’s your favorite no cook meal recipe? Please share it with us in the comments section!

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Billionaire Whistle Blower: Wuhan Coronavirus Death Toll Is Over 50,000

Exiled Chinese businessman Guo Wengui recently revealed leaks from Wuhan crematoriums. He claims based on the number of bodies their furnaces are burning, the death toll could be as high as 50,000.

A Chinese billionaire and whistleblower who lives in U.S. exile says Wuhan crematoriums have burned 50,000 coronavirus victims. | Credit: Chinatopix via AP

The official coronavirus death toll in China is a little over 800. But an exiled Chinese businessman says crematoriums are leaking the real figure.
A billionaire whistleblower alleges Wuhan has crematoriums working 24/7. He claims they’ve cremated some 50,000 coronavirus victims.
Guo Wengui is a Chinese billionaire living in exile in the United States.

The official coronavirus death toll is some 800 people in China. The current official death toll worldwide, outside of China, is 774. But a Chinese billionaire with a history of blowing the whistle on his former government says the real figure is much higher.

Exiled Chinese businessman Guo Wengui recently revealed leaks from Wuhan crematoriums. He claims based on the number of bodies their furnaces are burning, the death toll could be as high as 50,000. Wengui made the bombshell allegations in an interview with former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon.

Whistleblower: 1.5 Million Coronavirus Cases In China, 50,000 Coronavirus Deaths In Wuhan

He also claims to have inside information that there are 1.5 million confirmed coronavirus cases in China. Wengui is emphatic that these are not merely quarantined or “under observation” but confirmed cases of coronavirus infection:

China has struggled to contain the coronavirus. But it has also struggled to contain public outcry against censorship and tight control of information. Dr. Li Wenliang, who sounded the alarm about the disease, succumbed to an infection and died this week. The Chinese government arrested him for blowing the whistle.

Then officials tried to suppress news of his death. Afterwards, millions of Chinese citizens saw the hashtag #IWantFreedomOfSpeech on Mandarin language social media. But the Chinese government censored that too.

Are Wengui’s Crematorium Claims Credible?

Watch VICE’s 2017 profile on Guo Wengui. At the time, he published bombshell documents alleging corruption in the Chinese government. He got the attention of the media and reportedly the U.S. State Department.

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