Finance
Money, markets, and economic claims — separated from the noise.
Annual US interest payments on the national debt exceed the total US defense budget.
HARDLY BS
China has launched a state-backed digital currency called the Digital Yuan (e-CNY).
NOT BS
The federal minimum wage in the United States has not kept pace with productivity growth since its inception.
SOME BS
Bitcoin is expected to surpass the US dollar as the world's primary reserve currency.
TOTAL BS
Buy Now, Pay Later services do not affect a consumer's credit score.
TOTAL BS
As of March 1, 2026, Sweden has the highest tax rate in Europe.
TOTAL BS
Market-moving financial rumors spread on social media measurably increase short-term stock market volatility.
HARDLY BS
As of March 1, 2026, renewable energy sources are more expensive per kilowatt-hour than fossil fuels in most major economies.
TOTAL BS
Tariffs implemented by Donald Trump will strengthen the US dollar.
TOTAL BS
Donald Trump's tariff policies will cause the US dollar to collapse.
TOTAL BS
The US dollar is losing its status as the world's reserve currency due to tariff policies implemented during Donald Trump's presidency.
TOTAL BS
Companies will retain tariff refunds instead of passing the savings to consumers through lower prices.
SOME BS
The IRS will provide $1,390 stimulus checks in 2026.
TOTAL BS
Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) will result in a significant reduction of financial privacy for ordinary citizens.
SOME BS
Deglobalization trends pose a significant threat to long-term economic growth in Western nations.
SOME BS
Owning a home is always financially better than renting.
TOTAL BS
Cryptocurrencies will replace traditional banks as the primary means of financial transactions.
TOTAL BS
Inflation in Western economies is primarily caused by excessive government spending.
TOTAL BS
Gold is consistently a safe investment during periods of economic downturn.
MOSTLY BSNo checks match that verdict.