Economics and Investing:

James C. sent this: The Countdown Has Begun for the Eurozone Breakup

J.B.G. spotted a great piece that quotes John E. Silvia, chief economist at Wells Fargo: US Going Same Route as Greece, Portugal: Economist

Malls Face Surge in Vacancies
(Highest rate in 11 years.)

Raymond V. sent this: Congress Faces $2 Trillion-Plus Debt Decision

Items from The Economatrix:

World Economy Facing Numerous “Black Swans”, Says IMF

US Jobs Report:  Take This Job And Shove It

Silver Hits 31-Year High As Demand Increases

Up To Our Eyes (The Mogambo Guru)

Oil Settles Higher, Tops $109 On Nymex

Unemployment Falls In Three-Quarters Of US Cities

Gold Hits Record High of $1,458.80