After unprecedented gains in 2020, which were overshadowed by COVID-19, many in the trucking industry are excited about the outlook for 2021. The trucking industry expects to see an increase in sectors such as final-mile delivery, contracting, home improvement, and overall E-commerce. The American Trucking Associations, Chief Economist Bob Costello says, “I think freight will […]
Read MoreWill another virus surge affect oil demand?
Many investors are awaiting the OPEC+ decision on whether they plan to increase oil production even as the Covid-19 virus brings fear of another spike in cases.
Read MoreHave Crude Prices Risen too Far too Fast?
Oil prices are edging slightly higher today on very light holiday trading volume, but the question is: have prices risen too far too fast?
Read MoreThe weather outside is frightful
Tis the season for winter weather and this week we are experiencing the full effects of winter storm Gail, marching up the east coast. Many from Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania have all felt these effects which includes slick road conditions and delayed travel.
Read MoreUnited States Begins to Issue COVID-19 Vaccines to High-Risk Health Care Workers
On December 14, 2020 the first batch of COVID-19 vaccines were administered across the United States after months of hearing positive trial results. Sandra Lindsay, a nurse in the intensive care unit at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, was the first person to receive the vaccine outside the trial phase. Lindsay’s vaccination was televised in […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 + Winter Blues = Mental Health Check
When ‘Safer at Home’ orders were in effect when COVID-19 first became widespread in the United States, we were approaching the Spring Solstice. While we still had winter weather among some regions, our daylight hours were getting longer. As the cases of COVID-19 are increasing, our daylight hours are unfortunately decreasing.
Read MoreThe Scammers Who Stole Christmas
Although Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us, most Americans still have a large portion of their holiday shopping to complete. In a year of turmoil and pandemic scammers have gotten very sly in their manipulative ways to steal gifts, money, and personal identity, especially in the new digital world we live in where […]
Read MoreAirports and the Vaccine Dilemma
With the impending release of Covid-19 vaccinations, there is much debate among the aviation industry and what requirements should be mandated when it comes to international travel. Airports Council International (ACI), a non-profit organization that represents the worlds airports, has joined many airlines in calling for a choice between testing or vaccination, fearing a blanket […]
Read MoreEconomic Outlook for Holidays
The number of coronavirus cases continue to rise across the country and many major cities and states begin to consider large scale lockdowns. Despite this, many goods are continuing to fill warehouses, along with shelves being restocked at many retailers in preparation for the 2020 holiday season. According to CNBC, “The National Retail Federation said […]
Read MorePrepping for Turkey Day
It is that time of year where the holidays are starting to begin! Even with restrictions and guidelines that COVID – 19 brought with 2020, many markets and businesses are closed for Thanksgiving, there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to meet consumer needs. Let’s look at some of this year’s statistics.
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