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Government ‘Shutdown’ Poses No Threat to Economy

posted by Michael Lewis on January 19, 2018

Found in US, categorized in Macro

Tags: FMI michael lewis government shutdown

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The costs depend on how long a shutdown lasts. Past episodes have been a few weeks at most, e.g., 16 days of furloughs in 2013 and 27 days from two shutdowns in 1995-96 (which included holidays).

Abstract

FMI’s commentary on the economic impacts, or lack thereof, of a government shutdown.

About Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis

Mike Lewis founded Free Market Inc. (FMI) in 1982 as a full-service economic consulting firm, providing insights and in-depth data analysis primarily for institutional money managers and corporate planning directors.

FMI has compiled a solid record of timely, independent and accurate economic forecasts.  FMI blends its unique analysis of indicators and experience with economic cycles into a consistent overall outlook. They offer both a comprehensive overview and in-depth detail that enable clients to integrate FMI’s insights into their decision-making process.

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