Manufacturing reports came in worse than projected. Is this the start of a recession and can the consumer turn this around?

Summary: Manufacturing reports showed the weakest numbers in 10 years. In fact numbers lower than expected due to trade issues slowing things down and presented the worst rating since June 2009. A manufacturing slowdown alone is not enough to put us into a recession; strong consumer sentiment is what we need to keep the economy going strong. Other topics include: • What is Bond duration? • Why even own bonds at these low rates? • Hidden costs of owning rental properties