More mature companies in more stable industries tend to pay dividends. Some might think that a younger investor would benefit more by owning smaller,
Tough Market
The third quarter was hard on investment portfolios. The S&P 500 was the best of the major indices, down 6.4% for the quarter and 5.3% for the
Test Time?
In my last post, "Got Volatility?" I proposed that the S&P 500 may be trying to establish a trading range between roughly 1800 and 2000, and that
Got Volatility?
So, the markets sold off the last two weeks of August and are now trying to form a base above the lows of August 24. On that day we had another flash
Is Index Investing Good For Our Society And Economy In The Long-Run?
I work for a firm that recommends index investing for a portion and often a majority of client portfolios. It’s hard to form an argument against it.
Go Ahead and Fret if You Like
Good news on both the US and European economy today points to Central Bank tightening. All signs point to a Fed that will be very slow and very
Climbing the Wall
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