Social•Feb 21, 2026
Venezuela: Underrated U.S. Geopolitical Triumph
Politics aside, Venezuela has been an enormous geopolitical victory for the US that is probably understated and not well understood by most.
By Quinn Thompson
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Nvidia's $30B OpenAI Stake Turns Hardware Into Equity
Nvidia reportedly invested $30B in OpenAI, its own major customer. The chip maker powering AI now has equity in the models running on it. When hardware becomes equity, your AI vendor list has a silent shareholder at the table. Source: https://t.co/KNtNLIRTOQ
By Yves Mulkers
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Weaker Dollar Spurs Record Foreign Inflows
1. Chart in original post shows the weaker USD (DXY) gets, the more flows will move into USD assets...& DXY had biggest drop in 52 yrs in 1H25👇 2. So as long as DXY keeps falling 10-15%/yr, foreign** inflows will grow **37%...
By Luke Gromen
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Tariff Refunds Benefit Importers, Not Shoppers
A tariff “refund” mostly goes to whoever wrote the tariff check: the importer of record. That’s not the same person who paid more at the register. So refunds -- if they're offered -- might sound like consumer relief, but in...
By Justin Wolfers
Social•Feb 21, 2026
LEI Chartbook Shows Strong Economic Indicator
The latest LEI chartbook is up, and it's looking pretty good, if you believe this kind of indicator that is -> https://t.co/jA0iOD7MzE
By Claus Vistesen
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Effective High‑skill Immigration Policy Requires
One of my most important messages about high skilled immigration is that you have to do the policy right. And to do that, you have to accurately understand the economics of high skilled immigration and the practical realities and mechanism...
By Adam Ozimek
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Smartness Means Anticipating the Future, Says Nvidia CEO
Nvidia CEO defines what it means to be smart and importance of seeing around corners https://t.co/isVrlJtjUp
By Vala Afshar
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Trump's Tariff Threats Persist, Undermining Economic Certainty
If you thought Trump would stop throwing around tariffs right, left, and centre after Friday’s ruling, think twice… I still think the impact is blown out of proportion by the media, but it does affect economic sentiment due to the lack...
By Andreas Steno Larsen
Social•Feb 21, 2026
From $15K Loan to Billionaire: Bet on Vision
He crossed out “elderly” and wrote “Black.” Robert Johnson took a $15,000 loan, pitched John Malone for 30 minutes, and built BET into the first Black-owned company on the NYSE. He sold it for $3B, became the first Black billionaire,...
By Ask Dr. Brown
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Iran’s $20 B Boeing Order Vanished After Deal Collapse
Under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, Iran ordered 110 Boeing jets — 80 for Iran Air (77W, 777-9, 737 MAX) & 30 737 MAX for Aseman signed in 2016–17…deal value $20 billion at list prices After Trump admin withdrew Iran deal...
By Alex Macheras
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Russia's Economy Surpasses Japan Amid Kuril Islands Dispute
As Russia and Japan arm wrestle over the Kuril Islands, Russia’s economy outpaces Japan. https://t.co/Y7wv29WjpH
By Steve Hanke
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Delay Hiring; Automate First to Avoid Drowning
Greg Isenberg thinks 2026 is about to create 10x the number of entrepreneurs. Massive SaaS layoff wave, everyone starts building. He's probably right, but most of these new founders are going to make the same mistake I made for 4 years... They're...
By Adam Robinson
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Future‑Fit HR: Own the System of Work
Why future-fit #HR means owning the system of work @TPShub https://t.co/Grx3J5T6uY #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
By Dave Millner
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Trump Hikes Global Tariff to 15%, Signaling Trade Upheaval
Trump raises his global tariff from 10% to 15%. All in one day. His geopolitics and geoeconomics. Is this it? Or will he do more that affects trade, supply chains, and logistics?
By Tom Craig
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Jan Gas Futures Near $5, Could Slip Below $4.40
January Natural Gas vs. Lower Energy, Rates Goals - The January natural gas future (Jan27) is typically the tip of the price curve and will be tops in relevance around the US midterms, with a potential downward bias. Preexisting trends...
By Mike McGlone
Social•Feb 21, 2026
USD Stays Strong; “Global Reserve Asset” Rebrands Failure
For what its worth, the reason the term “Global Reserve Asset” has gained traction over last 5 yrs is bc those who previously said USD would lose “Global Reserve Currency” status had to pivot after getting everything they ever dreamed...
By Brent Johnson
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Protect Time, Not Tasks: Join Productivity Workshop
High performers don’t chase tasks. They protect time. The Ultimate Productivity Workshop is for professionals who value clarity, calm systems, and sustainable performance. Two live sessions. Lifetime recordings. Real implementation. March 8th & 15th, 2026. Choose your package and register today. https://t.co/4NwuduVRgA
By Carl Pullein
Social•Feb 21, 2026
AI Boosts SaaS Support, Productivity, Margins—No Price Hikes
AI doesn’t need to be sexy to move the needle. In Ep. 233 of The SaaS CFO Podcast, Luca Cartechini explains how AI is boosting support, dev productivity, and margins—without raising prices. Watch here: https://t.co/CvZiAzWspt #SaaS #AI https://t.co/DhDtGPTj5z
By Ben Murray
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Attention, Not Ideas, Drives User Discovery
Your problem isn’t lack of ideas. It’s lack of attention. Nobody discovers silent builders. How are you getting users right now?
By Rado (This.is.rado)
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Europe Needs Independent Central Banks to Drive AI Growth
In my interview with @WSJ, I spoke about Europe’s economy, the importance of central bank independence, AI and more. Read my interview https://t.co/LEbflpU9tB https://t.co/KlfELnA179
By Christine Lagarde
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Iterate, Launch, Pivot: My Personal Success Formula
I started Twitter in 2021 as JavaScript content creator. Grew to 20k followers Launched an MVP SaaS end 2021 hivoe.com $3k MRR in 12 months Launched another SaaS inboxs.io $1k MRR in 8 months Elon changed API pricing to $42k/month - I had to sell...
By Luca Restagno
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs, Trade Uncertainty Persists
Global economies. Trade. Supply chains. Logistics. Was Trump’s action to the Supreme Court striking down his tariffs it? Or will there be more?
By Tom Craig
Social•Feb 21, 2026
CEOs Bet Their Jobs on AI Success
The CEO AI Gamble — Why Half of Business Leaders Believe Their Jobs Depend on Getting AI Right With so much riding on AI success, many CEOs see getting AI right as crucial to their future — but that gamble...
By Bernard Marr
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Supreme Court Destroys Trump Tariffs, Supply Chains Must Adapt
Supply Chains Brace for Renewed Turbulence as Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs. If you have not made your supply chains flexible and adaptable, good luck. https://t.co/PfhBGWsOQa
By Tom Craig
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Insane Wealth Tax Triggers Global Investor Panic
This is utterly moronic on all levels. Have Dutch politicians overdosed on stupid pills? An ‘insane’ new wealth tax has global investors panicking https://t.co/VsB8fRFFkX
By Michael Hewson
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Trump Tariff Drama's Ripple Effect on Canada Explained
On this week's Canada Letter, our @nytimes Saturday morning newsletter, Ian Austen walks you through how the latest Trump tariff drama affects Canada. Also, a roundup of Canada-related stories from across our newsroom. Read, share, sign up! https://t.co/tsuuBxOUtM
By Matina Stevis-Gridneff
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Almonty Raises $112.5M for Global Tungsten Expansion
Almonty seeks $112.5mn to advance Montana tungsten, Portugal Panasqueira expansion, and Korea Sangdong Mo drilling. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/02/almonty-tungsten-funding-targets-1125mn.html
By The Metalnomist
Social•Feb 21, 2026
GDP per Capita Fails to Reflect Real Quality of Life
GDP/capita is one of the worst metrics to gauge actually important things about people's lives. There, I said it.
By Matina Stevis-Gridneff
Social•Feb 21, 2026
AI Surge Boosts HBM Demand; Buy MU on Dips
Macro: AI demand drives chip & platform leaders. Factors: HBM tightness (Micron), AIP adoption (Palantir). Risks: supply, concentration. Trade: buy MU on pullbacks for HBM exposure. — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov
By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Own Your Digital Space: Keep a Website in 2026
It's the digital form of "Renting vs. Owning" :) Yep, you own it, you can do what you want with it, you can monetize how you want to, and you won't wake up one morning to find some network removed...
By Glenn Gabe
Social•Feb 21, 2026
NYT Reveals Bridge Owner Met Commerce Secretary Before Trump’s Attack
On Feb. 10 we @nytimes broke the story that the owner of Ambassador Bridge, a Detroit trucking heir, had met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hours before President Trump took to social media to blast a new competing bridge...
By Matina Stevis-Gridneff
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Trump's Threats Prompt Modi to Dismantle India’s Protections
My take on MODI'S WIN over Trump in the US-India Trade Deal: "Ironically, Trump's threats have allowed Modi to dismantle some of India's protectionist measures. Previously, the dismantling wouldn't have been possible. Now Modi can say, 'Enemy Trump made...
By Steve Hanke
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Stay Overweight on Equities, Still Diversify Globally
I joined the @MilkRoadMacro show this week. Laid out why we remain overweight equities, but you want to still own other parts of the 🌍. https://t.co/X8faci8XLY
By Ryan Detrick
Social•Feb 21, 2026
AI Era Redefines PMF: Speed to Value Wins
I spoke with a $50M ARR founder yesterday. He said something I haven’t stopped thinking about: “We have product-market fit right now. But that’s PMF pre-AI.” Let that sink in. Most users aren’t deeply loyal. They’re accepting the friction because...
By Wes Bush
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Buy ONON as SCOTUS Limits IEEPA Tariff Upside
Macro: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs; admin will likely reissue ~80–90% → limited upside. Key: supplier pricing, de minimis. Risk: refunds slow. Trade: buy ONON for margin tailwind. 📈 — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov
By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Paramount Skydance Faces Talent Challenges Amid Crucial Phase
As Paramount Skydance careens through one of the more pivotal chapters in its short existence, it appears to have talent problems.... https://t.co/ou55mmDguf via @variety
By Brian Steinberg
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Spot Emerging Sectors Early, Enter Low‑Risk, Let Market Grow
Our job is to identify leading sectors and industries early, find a low risk entry and let the market do the rest. 📈
By Peter Sin Guili
Social•Feb 21, 2026
UI Bakery Replaces $50K Dev Dashboards in Minutes
RIP to every dev team charging $50K to build an internal dashboard. UI Bakery just made every internal tool your dev team ever built look like a waste of time. It's called UI Bakery, it builds and deploys a fully functional internal...
By Hasan Toor
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Dollar Declines Despite Hot Inflation and SCOTUS Ruling
The Dollar yesterday fell back to its recent lows against EM, even though core PCE inflation came in hot and the SCOTUS decision should have lifted it. Regime change for USD is upon us. Things that ordinarily lift the Dollar...
By Robin Brooks
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Productivity Becomes an Addictive High
Productivity is a drug. Once you feel a truly focused, high-output day, you’ll want another. And another. And another.
By Pascio
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Dollar's Decline Signals Shift; Reconsider Your Investments
Oh boy. “DOLLAR in DECLINE” “The U.S. currency has lost its dominance. What investors should do now.”
By MacroCharts
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Dollar Weakness Boosts Gold, Hurts US Stocks
⚠️US Dollar weakness is historically BAD news for US stocks: AVERAGE ANNUALIZED RETURNS during the 5 major Dollar bear markets since 1967: S&P 500: +6.4% annualized Gold: +43.1% annualized EM stocks: +23.7% annualized👇 https://globalmarketsinvestor.beehiiv.com/p/the-us-stock-market-has-peaked
By Global Markets Investor (newsletter author)
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Analyst Ads Overpromise Python; Excel, SQL Dominate Daily
Unpopular opinion: Data analyst job postings ask for Python. Data analyst jobs don't actually use Python. What you'll use daily: Excel — every single day SQL — every single day Power BI or Tableau — multiple times per week Python — maybe once a month This pattern holds...
By Karina | Python | Excel | Stats | DataScience | DataAnalytics
Social•Feb 21, 2026
10% Market Slide Could Wipe $
10% equity drop could erase $7T and shave ~0.9% off GDP. Tech/AI capex and hyperscaler overinvestment raise downside risk. Trade insight: trim cyclicals & hardware suppliers. — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov
By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
Social•Feb 21, 2026
EU's Orban and Fico Threaten Ukraine Aid, Risk Suspension
How many more years is this idiocy going to continue? Two collaborationist regimes in the center of Europe, during the largest continental war since WWII, are openly undermining the entire 500-million EU and the defense of the free world, all while...
By Illia Ponomarenko
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Dollar's Future Uncertain After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
Week Ahead: Does the Dollar Still Have Legs After the Tariff Ruling?: The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's use of emergency powers to impose widespread tariffs. The court did not rule on refunds. Trump quickly announced a 10% across-the-board…...
By Marc Chandler
Social•Feb 21, 2026
USD Stays Strong Despite Weak GDP and Tariffs
Outside of an occasional shock like around Liberation Day, it is not clear that the tariffs had much impact in the FX market. $USD held up fairly well in the face of the disappointing GDP and tariff ruling. What's...
By Marc Chandler
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Debt Wall Myth: Accounting Shows Different Reality
The $10 trillion U.S. debt wall has become a political weapon. But the accounting tells a different story than what you'll read in mainstream economics textbooks.
By Dr. Steve Keen
Social•Feb 21, 2026
Financial Media Misuses Weak GDPNow Forecasts to Spin Bullish Narrative
Recall @HalftimeReport Slink's confidentally quoting (on almost a daily basis) of the robust GDP Now projections by the Atlanta Fed (among the worst forecasters extant) to support her "the economy is great" and bullish market thesis? That is the...
By Doug Kass
Social•Feb 21, 2026
LSE Shifts to User‑First AI‑Powered HR
How LSE ditched legacy #HR for a user-first, #AI-powered future https://t.co/6HBPgTUgzQ @UNLEASHgroup #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
By Dave Millner