If I decide to fuck around..............it'll be a surprise
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If I decide to fuck around..............it'll be a surprise
That’s fantastic, you and the grocery store shooter will have something in common
GM could make enough Camaros to meet demand, but they won't because this would mean fewer trucks and the latter makes way more money than the former.
Last I heard, the Camaro is done sometime in the next two model years. Honestly, I'm surprised it hasn't gotten the axe already. We'll see what happens as GM goes through its transformational changes/death spasms.
From the standpoint of CAFE, the 2026-up regs will pretty much ring the bell for "affordable" high-perf cars.
Ran into a guy I went to high school with at Sam's club. He works in the meat department and he said he couldn't believe people are still spending money the way they are. Said they are busier than ever and doesn't understand where people are getting their money.
I know a number of people who got significant (> $100k) ppp loans. Those were totally free money.
Another item that is a victim of Bidenflation is EMT, electrical conduit. Over $7 per 10ft tube at the local home despot. That shit used to be less than $2 per tube.
New Orleans hopes giving young people a guaranteed monthly income can break the cycle of poverty
New Orleans has launched a first-of-its-kind program that provides monthly payments to teens as young as 16 years old. For the next 10 months, 125 participants ages 16 to 24 will get $350 a month with no strings attached as part of a new guaranteed income program.
www.pbs.org
I know of 2 multi million dollar companies that received BIG money from the Covid loans. Neither company used the money for its intended use. One company is owned by a family and that money was divided up from parents to all the children and not 1 cent was used to bolster their company.
The other company is solely owned. This gentleman used all of the money to buy a huge yacht and pay for mooring. Not 1 cent was used to bolster his company.
I also know of a small 1 man business who didn't qualify but somehow got a ton of money, since he never stopped working, he wasn't eligible for the money plus the size of his company wasn't large enough to qualify either.
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The one company I know that got PPP money used it to pay staff to basically hang out during the forced shutdown (so they wouldn't quit and get the extended handout) and to pre buy inventory that they would have bought months later. They kept most of the staff. Some quit and went for the extended handouts, which paid more Im sure. The raw materials they bought went up 20-30% between the time they bought and would have normally bought so that was a score and put them in a good position once they opened. IMO they did use it for what it was meant for but Im sure no doubt they were widely abused.
At least $3.5M in fraud.
www.fox4news.com
Red Power Ranger among 18 arrested in Texas PPP fraud case
An actor from North Texas best known for his role as the Red Power Ranger in the iconic 1990s TV show was among 18 people indicted Thursday in a federal Paycheck Protection Program fraud case.
Every piece of Legislation that Congress passes has "free money"... Hidden in plain sight..... If you are doubtful, I will post some of it. One man could spend an eternity locating and documenting "free money". I'm working on my homestead and don't have time to chase that info and if I did the politicians will just roll their eyes.
Yeah, I remember a few years back, those late night infomercials "Buy my book, the Government has free money to hand out, I've done all the research and put it in this book". I guess now you don't even have to buy a book, it's all on the internet now.
And the Government is giving free computers to school children so they can follow the bread crumb trail or giving an IPhone to illetirate parents so they can apply for free _________ (fill in the blank)..... A free phone is the same as free money.
Renewable energy dependence could lead to rolling blackouts in Michigan this summer
Power outages expected in Michigan residents this summer as grid operators attempt to switch over to renewable sources of energy and close down coal and natural gas.
www.foxnews.com
It's always a motivating factor moment when the light switch is flipped and the light's don't come on.....Renewable energy dependence could lead to rolling blackouts in Michigan this summer
Power outages expected in Michigan residents this summer as grid operators attempt to switch over to renewable sources of energy and close down coal and natural gas.
Suddenly the cost of electricity, what fuel powers the generator and the condition of the grid really don't matter to a screaming wife and crying kids waiting on breakfast.
Blame it on the Russians:
www.reuters.com
North America lumber supply strain to flare up on Russia timber ban
Russia's ban on the export of forestry products until the end of 2022 will rattle an already tight North American lumber market as exports from Europe are redirected to meet domestic demand, company executives and analysts said.
www.reuters.com
We can come back in two months and see how this worked out- Published Thu, May 26 20222:30 PM EDT
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Baby formula supply should return to normal in two months, FDA commissioner says
FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf said it will take about two months for shelves to be full with formula again.
www.cnbc.com
That's what I have been telling my children for the past 50 years. Now I tell my Grandchildren the same thing... My son tells his children the same thing... Recently my son told me "I'm starting to sound more like you, every day"... This is not a bad thing.
Sometimes I just shake my head... Price for a barrel of oil ran up over the long weekend.
The European Union on Monday agreed to ban most Russian oil imports.... Hmmmm. So, what are they going to do for oil ?
Today the FTSE is up
The CAC 40 the DAX and the Swiss are down... Go figure
England has North Sea oil... Now the rest of them will be paying England more for oil than they were paying Putin... LOL
www.cnbc.com
The European Union on Monday agreed to ban most Russian oil imports.... Hmmmm. So, what are they going to do for oil ?
Today the FTSE is up
| FTSE 100 | England | +7.60 | +0.10% |
| CAC 40 | France | -93.59 | -1.43% |
| DAX | Germany | -187.63 | -1.29% |
| Swiss Market Index | Switzerland | -136.93 | -1.17% |
England has North Sea oil... Now the rest of them will be paying England more for oil than they were paying Putin... LOL
Russia hits back at the EU's partial oil embargo, says it will find other importers for its crude
The EU's long-delayed sixth package of sanctions against Russia required approval from all 27 member states.
www.cnbc.com
Blame it on the Russians:
North America lumber supply strain to flare up on Russia timber ban
Russia's ban on the export of forestry products until the end of 2022 will rattle an already tight North American lumber market as exports from Europe are redirected to meet domestic demand, company executives and analysts said.
Our lumbar issues can be blamed squarely between Transportation secretary and "BLM" (terrrorist) secretary.
Give 'em a JOB which duties.New Orleans hopes giving young people a guaranteed monthly income can break the cycle of poverty
New Orleans has launched a first-of-its-kind program that provides monthly payments to teens as young as 16 years old. For the next 10 months, 125 participants ages 16 to 24 will get $350 a month with no strings attached as part of a new guaranteed income program.
Why give money when you could give a job that might just lead to self respect and a better life? It’s a rhetorical question.
This has created quite a matrix in the LNG world.
oilprice.com
Natural Gas Prices Tank Again As Freeport LNG Remains Shut For Almost A Month | OilPrice.com
Amid robust demand for U.S. LNG, one of the biggest liquefaction facilities on the Gulf Coast, Freeport LNG, will be out of commission for at least three weeks following an explosion yesterday
oilprice.com
Took advantage of current low prices and actual availability, and put another 10,000 BF of lumber into the stash.
I don’t think I have much room left to store anymore, lol. Plus I’m tired of sorting and returning the shit lumber for replacement good lumber. Of the last 30,000 BF I’ve put away since January, 15% was returned/replaced due to being so bad that I couldn’t use it.
I feel better now, and now have enough to build whatever I may want to over the next 5-10 years. Now I sit and wait for the new construction crash so I can scoop up some builders on the cheap.
I don’t think I have much room left to store anymore, lol. Plus I’m tired of sorting and returning the shit lumber for replacement good lumber. Of the last 30,000 BF I’ve put away since January, 15% was returned/replaced due to being so bad that I couldn’t use it.
I feel better now, and now have enough to build whatever I may want to over the next 5-10 years. Now I sit and wait for the new construction crash so I can scoop up some builders on the cheap.
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Builders will be knocking on your door after the first of the year. You may have to go get their tools out of the pawn shop after they hocked them to buy the kids Christmas gifts.
This morning I was in my local Super 1 grocery store in the Bitterroot Valley, Montana. Photo is a view of the isle / shelves where the plain old white sugar is kept.
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Shrinking Spare Capacity Will Only Send Oil Prices Higher | OilPrice.com
Upward pressure on oil prices is growing as total spare capacity continues to shrink while supply risks loom over the market
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Best stock up.... When you are down to boiled dog meat, this sure helps the flavor.
www.cnbc.com
Sriracha hot sauce maker warns of shortage lasting through the summer
A drought is affecting Mexico, from which the company sources its chili peppers.
www.cnbc.com
I'm down to sauces and spices for extended outages. Sriracha is high on the list. Between that, salsa, and Louisiana hot sauce I think I am covered. Going to need it for sure if rice and beans becomes the number one menu item.Best stock up.... When you are down to boiled dog meat, this sure helps the flavor.
Sriracha hot sauce maker warns of shortage lasting through the summer
A drought is affecting Mexico, from which the company sources its chili peppers.
An interesting time to be negotiating a contract..... If the workers get 10% they will just break even with inflation.... If the Company gives less than 10% the slow downs at that port will continue on....
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A crucial port workers union is shifting a planned work stoppage to daytime hours June 20 at the already-congested Port of Oakland in California, just days before the expiration of the union’s contract.
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A crucial port workers union is shifting a planned work stoppage to daytime hours June 20 at the already-congested Port of Oakland in California, just days before the expiration of the union’s contract.
Union announces daytime work stoppage at congested Port of Oakland
According to the CNBC Supply Chain Heat Map, the Port of Oakland is among the worst performing ports for the movement of import containers.
Truckers warn skyrocketing diesel prices are making US supply-chain and trucking industry unsustainable
Insider spoke with five truckers who warned the industry could be at a breaking point as record gas prices make it difficult to turn a profit.
This will hurt.
I associate with some folks in the manufacturing industry. They are now quoting shipping cost to their customers and giving them the option to pick up their LTL shipments. Many are sending their own truck (or a contract hauler) to get their shipment. Trucking companies are now changing the codes, for many reasons, on shipments and resulting in higher shipping charges. Watching some of the local cow hands with a gooseneck cattle trailer pick up different items on the back haul from the stock yards.... I have seen it all before... History repeating. During the oil crisis individuals would set up a "Hot Shot Rig" and were running 24 hours a day.... Making good money. Shipping terminal to terminal will also save some time. The frenzy is on to get material before the bottom drops out.Truckers warn skyrocketing diesel prices are making US supply-chain and trucking industry unsustainable
Insider spoke with five truckers who warned the industry could be at a breaking point as record gas prices make it difficult to turn a profit.www.yahoo.com
This will hurt.
Keep it short and dodge the weigh stations... Slick sides, no DOT number or company name.....
Weigh Station Bypass Coverage Map | Drivewyze
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Bidenomics: U.S. is Now Experiencing a Shortage of Tampons | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hᴏft
Another monumental moment in the Biden presidency!
www.thegatewaypundit.com
No kidding. But when I recently bought ten packages of feminine hygiene products I get a funny look from the cashier.
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