Recent economic data is pointing to a slower growing economy in the second quarter and possibly into Q3. Beyond the tired debate over when the Fed
Jobs Up. Interest Rates Up. Stocks Up? Part II
In what seems to be a potential new market phase; one that should be supported by real signs our economy is gaining momentum and an improving Europe
Jobs Up. Interest Rates Up. Stocks Up?
Today's February jobs report may be the cue the Fed needs to proceed with their mid-year rate hike. New jobs beat estimates and the unemployment rate
You Can’t Code Away The Gray
Robo Advisors – A Great Idea… A Ways To Perfection… At a glance of the title, it may seem like I’m bashing Robo advisors… Keep reading and you’ll see
Embrace the Uncertainty… but Be Selective
With continued uncertainty in Europe and energy and commodity prices still falling we're getting an early year "reset" to markets. The choppiness
How Are Global Stock Markets Setting Up for 2015?
The Bottom Line: U.S – Great China – Fair Europe – Not Great Emerging Markets – Not Great Bonds – Mixed The Story: U.S. – Valuations in most
Retirement Savers Will Have a New Retirement Account Option in 2015
Investors will also be eligible to contribute $500 more to a 401(k) next year. Here's a look at how retirement accounts will change in
Third Quarter Market Update
The major U.S. indices were mixed in the third quarter with small and mid cap indices taking a hit and the Dow, S&P and bonds pretty much flat.
Still Going Up
The Dow Jones Industrials are up 3%, the S&P 500 is up 5%+, and the NASDAQ 100 is up 8%+ since our last post in mid April. So much for fears of the