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Links 9/26/2026
Naked Capitalism: Next Year’s News That You Can Use
Not only is Naked Capitalism early and accurate, but we are even providing a preview of major news stories in 2027!
Read more...How Three Colonial Powers Gained – and Then Lost – Control Over the Straits of Hormuz and Bab el‑Mandeb
How past major powers fought for control over the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el‑Mandeb
Read more...The Laundering: How Congo’s Stolen Riches Become Your Lawful Cellphone
A deep dive into some techniques for laundering illicit goods so they enter global supply chains under the guise of being procured legally.
Read more...Announcing Nancy T’s “Double Your Donation” Challenge!
Another generous reader, NT, has stepped up to issue a “Double Your Donation” challenge. Turbocharge your contribution now!
Read more...Q&A: Amy Westervelt on the Corporate Poisoning of the Information Aquifer — and How to Undo the Harm
Why bold steps are needed to reverse the insidious impact of decades of corporate propaganda on the public square
Read more...Matt Stoller: Naked Capitalism – Your Guide to the Great Unwind
Support Naked Capitalism to understand what matters and annoy the powerful.
Read more...Trump Backs Off Diesel Export Ban Scheme but Still Wants to Do Something
For now, Trump has backed off a diesel export ban that would provide only short-term relief. But he could always change his mind.
Read more...What Are Prediction Markets—and Can They Really Predict the Future?
Prediction markets take wagers on coming events. Supporters tout them for forecasting; critics warn they encourage speculation and manipulation
Read more...Bravo! Met Our Second Goal, On to Our Third: Supporting the Coffee Break/Sunday Movie Features
Please support our Coffee Break and Sunday Movie features! Let these talented and dedicated writers know how much you appreciate their work.
Read more...The Truth About the Dollar Dividend and the U.S. Global Central Bank Economic Model
Recognizing the US as the global central bank explains why it can get away with running sustained trade deficits.
Read more...Announcing Reader Art_DogCT’s “Double Your Donation” Inheritance Challenge!
Reader Art_DogCT is using an unexpected inheritance to fund a Double Your Donation challenge. Please take him up on his generous offer!
Read more...No Country Makes Its Own Inflation
Sixty years of data show inflation moving in step across the world. Economic theory still treats it as a national affair.
Read more...Larry Johnson: A Modest Threat – Donate Now, or Meet the President in Natural Light
Larry Johnson explains more than a bit earnestly why it is in your best interest to donate to Naked Capitalism.
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