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US Fiscal Deficit and Unemployment
The Kobeissi Letter's line chart drew 180.6K views on X: 0.8x its typical post and #28 of 48 The Kobeissi Letter charts we track by views. Read Oct 12, 2026.
The US deficit is surging despite low unemployment.
Why it spread
It spread because it hit a hot topic that week with an independent author, drawing 165,006 views, 1,049 likes, 142 reposts, 30 quotes, and 86 saves.
What worked
- The post pairs a line chart of the cumulative deficit rising with the unemployment average falling then rising, making a simple visual contrast.
- It uses a clear headline claim about the deficit surging despite low unemployment, which is easy to repeat.
- It includes a source line and branded presentation, which adds credibility for a markets audience.
What to borrow
We could use the same form by pairing our own long term line chart with a short counterpoint metric and a plain headline claim, while keeping a source line and brand mark.
Careful
Do not copy the exact deficit or unemployment numbers, and do not over read the quote rate or saves as proof of deep engagement.
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How far did The Kobeissi Letter's "US Fiscal Deficit and Unemployment" chart travel?
180,649 views, 1,119 likes, 149 reposts and 95 saves on X, read Oct 12, 2026. A normal post from @KobeissiLetter gets about 230.4K views.
What kind of chart is it?
A line chart. Cumulative deficit rises while unemployment average falls then rises.
Can I use The Kobeissi Letter's chart?
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