Doug McIntyre reports on the alarming rise in annual deaths linked to wildfire smoke, with 12,000 more people around the world dying each year compared to two decades ago. Climate change, which is driving worsening drought and heat, is the primary factor behind this surge, with blazes having more than quadrupled in the U.S. and…
Doug McIntyre reports on the poor sales performance of the Cadillac Lyriq EV, a much-hyped SUV that is struggling to attract buyers as it languishes on dealership lots much longer than the industry average of 60 days. Cadillac and its parent company, GM, were banking on the Lyriq as a flagship entry into the electric…
Doug McIntyre discusses NASA’s dire prediction that 2024 will be the hottest year on record, with improved satellite data and temperature readings worldwide show record-setting heat in regions like India, Europe, Asia and, soon, South America. Despite the alarming trend, not enough is being done to reduce climate emissions, leading to a strong likelihood that…
Doug McIntyre highlights the flooding risks facing Atherton, California, the nation’s wealthiest city. With average home prices at $8.3 million and a median income of $1.5 million, approximately 10% of Atherton’s homes are in FEMA-designated floodplains. McIntyre references a Washington Post study showing that flood maps in eastern North Carolina underestimated the flood risk after…
Doug McIntyre discusses Tropical Storm Christy, which is forming in the Pacific and potentially intensifying into a Category One hurricane. With five weeks left in the hurricane season, record water temperatures in the Pacific, Atlantic and Caribbean — such as the Gulf’s 86 Fahrenheit — are driving increased hurricane activity. The warming trend significantly exceeds…
Central Asia’s Uzbekistan is experiencing extreme temperatures as high as 122 degrees, in part due to the disappearance of the Aral Sea, once the world’s fourth-largest freshwater lake, which has vanished due to climate change and other factors. This alarming trend is not isolated; the Amazon River, which supports millions and spans over a thousand…
As hedge funds continue to short green energy stocks, particularly in the solar and wind sectors, Doug McIntyre discusses the growing trend of investors betting against companies that aim to address climate change. Why? Because solar energy enterprises are struggling with price competition from cheap Chinese imports, while wind energy faces infrastructure issues, highlighted by…
Hurricane Oscar recently struck Cuba with winds reaching ninety miles per hour, causing widespread disruption in a country already grappling with power shortages. The hurricane, which formed near the Bahamas, serves as a stark reminder that, with five weeks remaining, the extended Atlantic hurricane season is far from over. Warmer-than-usual Gulf waters, reaching record temperatures…
Doug McIntyre discusses the potential for oil prices to drop significantly, which could push gasoline down to under $2 dollars per gallon. Wall Street’s technical traders, who focus on price patterns rather than supply and demand, observe crude oil trading between $82 and $68, with a possible fall to $60 if tensions in the Middle…
Doug McIntyre discusses Ford’s recent price cuts on the 2025 Mustang Mach-E, which are three to four thousand dollars cheaper than the 2024 models. The move follows unsuccessful attempts to boost sales with zero percent financing over seventy-two months. But Ford’s difficulties extend beyond the Mach-E to other EV models, such as the F-150 Lightning,…
Doug McIntyre reports on the historic rainfall in Roswell, New Mexico, where five inches of rain fell rapidly, leading to flash floods, significant damage and two deaths. The unusual weather event marks the most rain in the area in 128 years, underscoring the increasing frequency and unpredictability of extreme weather tied to climate change. McIntyre…
After years of attracting people seeking better weather and lower taxes, Florida’s housing market is facing an oversupply due to reverse migration caused by extreme storms. A recent study identifies the Sunshine State as one of seven states with too many houses, with Louisiana also on the list due to its history of tropical storms….
A recent ClimateX study indicates that NFL stadiums face a total of $11 billion in potential climate-related damages by 2050, with about half of that risk concentrated at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Giants and the New York Jets. Situated in the Meadowlands, a swampy region prone to flooding and storm…
A study from Realtor.com reveals that several Ohio cities — including Akron, Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton — are among the safest places in the U.S. to avoid the worst impacts of global warming, with these areas at low risk for climate-related disasters such as flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes and hailstorms. Although the Buckeye State has…
New York City is experiencing its driest fall since 1886, with minimal rain recorded since September 1; meanwhile, this unusually dry season coincides with one of the warmest autumns on record, with temperatures forecast to reach nearly 80 degrees on October 21. Typically, the city sees five to 10 inches of rain during September and…
Hurricane Oscar, the tenth hurricane of the Atlantic season, has rapidly intensified into a Category 2 storm. After impacting the Bahamas, it is now approaching Cuba, which has been without electricity for nearly a week due to an oil shortage, as the warm waters of the Gulf, reaching up to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, have accelerated…
BYD, China’s leading EV manufacturer, has become the largest globally, surpassing even Tesla. While high tariffs keep BYD out of the U.S. and, to a lesser extent, Europe, the company is building factories in Europe to avoid these restrictions. In China, BYD has outpaced Ford and GM, leading to a significant decline in their market…
Global conflicts and pressing domestic issues are hindering meaningful climate action, according to the International Monetary Fund. Many countries, particularly those struggling with heavy debt burdens, find it difficult to prioritize climate change amid challenges like poverty and job creation, while in wealthier nations, domestic agendas often overshadow climate concerns. As extreme weather events continue…
Hurricane Milton caused catastrophic damage, with insured losses estimated at $17-28 billion and total damage reaching up to $34 billion, including uninsured homes and businesses, according to a report by property data analysts CoreLogic. The growing frequency of severe storms is leading to difficulties in obtaining insurance, particularly in high-risk areas like Tampa. As a…
Senegal, a former French colony on the coast of West Africa, is facing extreme heat — with temperatures reaching nearly 120°F — creating harsh living conditions as a combination of desert heat and seasonal downpours leads to severe flooding. These climate challenges are devastating crops, pushing many Senegalese to migrate, often to places like Spain’s…
A recent study predicts that in twenty years, half of the world’s food production will be at risk due to water scarcity, a development that threatens significantly impact economies around the world. Rich countries could see an 8% GDP decline, while poorer, agriculture-dependent nations may suffer a 15% drop. The study highlights the importance of…
