When the pound went decimal, we exchanged a useful system for one that worked less well.

Calling all technical analysts. Accept the challenge. Win public accolades and a nice prize.

One month before the presidential election, there was suddenly a major reversal in unemployment trends that have taken place during the entire administration of the Obama presidency. The figures indicate explosive growth is taking place in the U.S. economy and this has occurred overnight. The explanation of where this growth is coming from or how it has happened is illusive.

Market Shadows Virtual Value Portfolio - weekly update

Dangers of not doing research, trading penny stocks, and the greater fool theory.

Many articles have been written about Myriad Genetics (MYGN) – some bullish, some bearish. This is a bearish article, looking at the company from a different angle.

The standoff between Republicans and Democrats over “Obamacare” is currently unfolding. However, the real test will occur on October 17, when a decision on whether to raise the debt ceiling will need to be made. In the meantime, U.S. stocks are “oversold” at current levels and could rebound to 1700/1720 in the short term.

The great potential of a drug or remedy that may make it a significant seller and revenue driver for years to come is one thing. But the partners and interested parties early on and along the way suggests a depth that a long term stakeholder should pay attention to.

Adding to an existing position in our Market Shadows Virtual Value Portfolio

Market Shadows is selling a (virtual) put on Exxon (XOM).

It is said, whether it is true or not, that 85% of all wealth managers use investment products, i.e., mutual funds, separate account managers, alternative investment managers and others, instead of building and maintaining a portfolio directly.

"Why is JP Morgan getting so much heat? Maybe because it is a massive international crime syndicate." Matt Taibbi

Aeropostale has been pegged as a private equity takeover target by analysts...

The most important economic news this week is Friday's employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

CBO concluded that balancing the solvency of SS requires an "Immediately and Permanent" payroll tax increase of 3.4% (Wow!).

Speaking of where’s the gold, this is what happens when producers no longer use the Comex for hedging purposes.

When the pound went decimal, we exchanged a useful system for one that worked less well.

Calling all technical analysts. Accept the challenge. Win public accolades and a nice prize.

One month before the presidential election, there was suddenly a major reversal in unemployment trends that have taken place during the entire administration of the Obama presidency. The figures indicate explosive growth is taking place in the U.S. economy and this has occurred overnight. The explanation of where this growth is coming from or how it has happened is illusive.

Market Shadows Virtual Value Portfolio - weekly update

Dangers of not doing research, trading penny stocks, and the greater fool theory.

Many articles have been written about Myriad Genetics (MYGN) – some bullish, some bearish. This is a bearish article, looking at the company from a different angle.

The standoff between Republicans and Democrats over “Obamacare” is currently unfolding. However, the real test will occur on October 17, when a decision on whether to raise the debt ceiling will need to be made. In the meantime, U.S. stocks are “oversold” at current levels and could rebound to 1700/1720 in the short term.

The great potential of a drug or remedy that may make it a significant seller and revenue driver for years to come is one thing. But the partners and interested parties early on and along the way suggests a depth that a long term stakeholder should pay attention to.

Adding to an existing position in our Market Shadows Virtual Value Portfolio

Market Shadows is selling a (virtual) put on Exxon (XOM).

It is said, whether it is true or not, that 85% of all wealth managers use investment products, i.e., mutual funds, separate account managers, alternative investment managers and others, instead of building and maintaining a portfolio directly.

"Why is JP Morgan getting so much heat? Maybe because it is a massive international crime syndicate." Matt Taibbi

Aeropostale has been pegged as a private equity takeover target by analysts...

The most important economic news this week is Friday's employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

CBO concluded that balancing the solvency of SS requires an "Immediately and Permanent" payroll tax increase of 3.4% (Wow!).

Speaking of where’s the gold, this is what happens when producers no longer use the Comex for hedging purposes.