From Washington to Your Wallet: Debt and Taxes in 2010

In 2009, the US had a $1.4 trillion deficit, 40% funded by debt. In 2010, Congress continues to spend giving a 10% increase to the major agencies. What does this mean for your taxes? Will Congress impose a VAT or national sales tax to pay for this? Public policy strategist Andrew Busch breaks it down into simple blocks to show what to expect for government reaching into your wallet. Learn who’s considered wealthy/and taxable and who’s not. Will capital gains taxes rise and by how much? Busch will break it down so you know what to plan for and expect as Washington puts their hand in your pocket.

The Economic Way Forward

The US recovery began in the third quarter of 2009, but what will it look like in 2010? What are the global drivers impacting the US? From Congress to the US Treasury Department to CNBC, Andrew Busch has been sought out as an advisor and strategist. Understand the outlook for the stock, bond and currency markets in 2010. Discover the short run positives/long run negatives of the global debt situation. Learn how the current policies of the Federal Reserve, the US Treasury and Congress may take us back to the 1970s. As a CNBC contributor and blogger, he stays on top of the trends and news flows that impact the markets. With humor and humility from over 25 years in the financial markets, Busch explains what’s really at stake and what strategies will likely be successful.

2010 Mid-Term Elections: Back to the Center!

The Democrats currently control Congress and the US Presidency, but will it last? How does passing an unpopular health care bill impact the races for Congress? Top CNBC blogger and Kudlow Report contributor, Andrew Busch provides his insight into what to watch for in the critical fall elections. Busch will show how the mid-term elections will bring the Obama administration back to the center for policy. He’ll explain why some Democrats are already jumping ship and if it will tip the scales for the Republicans. Busch will help you prepare for the changes and guide you to look for opportunities in the markets with the changes.

World Event Risk

Do you fear Swine Flu? Will a nuclear Iran disrupt the Middle East? Can an unstable Pakistan devolve into anarchy? Can all these disrupt the global economy? Author of World Event Trading and Global Public Policy Strategist, Andrew Busch answers these unusual questions as he details how Black Swan events can create risks and opportunities for investors and corporations. He summarizes the consistent patterns that come from diseases outbreaks, natural disasters and political change. If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the past few years, it’s that change can come from unusual places. Busch deftly details where to look and what to expect from world events.

Andrew Busch Can Also Address the Following Topics:

- Outlook for Financial Regulatory Reform
- Copenhagen and Energy Reform
- The Financial Panic of 2008