Is the “best way to invest” as noted by academic research always the best way to invest. Or do different times call for different approaches?
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S&P 500 Monthly Valuation & Analysis Review. A deep dive into the fundamentals which drive long-term returns from J. Breet Freeze.
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The financial media is rife with misinformation on the debt ceiling and the jump in…
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Ignoring Medicare Open Enrollment can cost you. With the Annual Enrollment Period coming, it’s essential…
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October 1st is here and its time to start your College Aid (FAFSA) application. But,…
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If the U.S. and other countries sit idly by, we may look back at today as a turning point in global economic affairs
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Is the “market melting-up?” Much ink has gotten spilled on the issue as prices relentlessly rise higher in what investors believe is a “no risk” market.
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Dow 40000! Yes, it will eventually happen. Such should not be surprising given the massive…
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From stimulus boom to income thud, the coming “reversion to the mean” of economic growth is happening faster than economists expected.
> Read MoreUnderstanding inflation beyond the headlines helps us answer the all-important question: Just how transitory is transitory?
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On Monday the market solidly cracked below the 50-dma as the bulls failed to show. Such was a warning I discussed in “Investors Fail To Buy The Dip,” this past weekend.
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As stimulus payments ran dry, individuals turned back to spending on credit to make ends meet. Are they more solvent or is it an illusion?
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After 40-years of economic erosion, deficit deniers remain. The belief debt and deficits “don’t matter” is only supported by the fact the U.S. economy hasn’t become Weimer, Germany.
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The guide to Post-Pandemic Retirement in 2021 is designed to help industry professionals make clear choices in the face of transition whether it’s to retirement or another career.
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The inelastic markets hypothesis provides some very interesting intellectual fodder for investors. At very least, it provides a plausible explanation for why markets have been so incredibly strong despite weak financial performance.
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Fed members are very vocal about tapering “sooner rather than later.” However, the composition of the FOMC leads one to ignore the hawks.
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Are there too many “bears” looking for a correction. While the markets tend to climb a “wall of worry” there are times they don’t.
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Gold. What’s wrong with it? From spiking inflation, falling real interest rates, and massive money printing, it seems logical that gold, a touted inflation hedge, should be rising. Yet, so far this year, gold has done little.
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The latest report from the Social Security Board of Trustees revealed the vast insecurity of the welfare programs and the problem facing retirees.
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Forecasting inflation is much akin to throwing darts. As we discuss, almost a third of the CPI report is not ground in reality.
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As the market gets more bullish, analysts are now in a foot race to see who can claim the title of S&P 5000 first. The question is will economic growth and earnings disappoint?
> Read MoreS&P 500 Monthly Valuation & Analysis Review. A deep dive into the fundamentals which drive long-term returns from J. Breet Freeze.
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Do you think you may have a stock market addiction? In this article, we’re going to talk about how to recognize the signs, why it’s potentially destructive, and what you can do if you believe you may be addicted to trading.
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Even With Rose Tinted Glasses and limited history, equity valuations are extreme. The logic this time is different is not a rationale for higher prices.
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As the Fed starts to talk about “taper,” the “bulls” sent a stern warning with a 2% “crash” they shouldn’t. With weak internals investors remain at risk.
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Is the S&P 500 becoming the Nikkei of 1980? As the U.S. expands its deficits and entitlement spending, the Japanization of the economy continues.
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This won’t end well. Gen Z’ers are taking on debt to invest according to a recent Magnify Money survey. History suggests outcomes will not be kind.
> Read MoreThe guide to Post-Pandemic Retirement in 2021 is designed to help industry professionals make clear choices in the face of transition whether it’s to retirement or another career.
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The “best and brightest” do not see the debt elephant in the room. Maybe worse, they see it but perpetuating the problem serves their interests best.
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Recently, an NFT pet rock was sold for 6-figures. These types of behaviors are just the latest sign of exuberance and “rich” markets. We examine valuations, history and eventual outcomes.
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