S.O.S for the U.S. Electric Grid: WSJ
PJM Interconnection sounds the latest alarm that fossil-fuel plants are shutting down without adequate replacement power. The political class yawns. Source link
California’s Budget Deficit Blows Up
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s budget last month projected a $22.5 billion deficit, but apparently his forecast was too sunny. The Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) warned last week that the state’s budget hole may be a lot bigger owing to plunging revenue. Look out below. Source link
Credit Suisse Bank Losses Deepen, Threatening Overhaul: WSJ
Credit Suisse Group AG reported a fifth consecutive quarterly loss and said rich customers withdrew around $100 billion in the fourth quarter, signs that the beleaguered lender has yet to turn the corner. The Swiss bank is trying to recover from scandals and financial losses with a sweeping overhaul. It wants to focus on wealth […]
The Government Debt Threat Keeps Mounting: WSJ
If you thought the 2008 financial crisis was bad, wait until Washington has to stop borrowing. Source link