Investing
The High Price Of Trying To Time The Market For Profit
The High Price Of Trying To Time The Market For Profit “Is now a good time to get into the market?” “There seems to be a lot of bad news out there…should we sell now and get back in later?” Trying to time the stock market is as old as the stock market itself. Investment…
Read MoreStock Market Sets New Record High: What’s Driving It?
Stock Market Sets New Record High: What’s Driving It? The S&P 500 Index closed at a record high on Monday October 28. With all the noise this year about trade wars, slowing growth, and impeachment it’s a surprise to see the market power through these worries. What’s driving the record high market? First, third quarter…
Read MoreOil Prices Spike: What’s The Impact On A Recession?
Oil Prices Spike: What’s The Impact On A Recession? Saudi Arabia’s key oil fields were attacked this past weekend, knocking out 50% of their daily oil production. Oil prices spiked 10% as a result, and you’ve probably noticed that the cost of gas for your car immediately jumped as well! With all the talk of…
Read MoreWhy We Are Seeing Declining Rates Lead To Higher Stock Prices Right Now
Why We Are Seeing Declining Rates Lead to Higher Stock Prices Right Now On Thursday, September 12, the European Central Bank cut interest rates and re-activated its program to buy government bonds. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates at its next meeting this month. Both of these moves are to help “stave…
Read MoreMonthly Employment Statistics: It’s Time For The Payroll Report!
Monthly Employment Statistics: It’s Time For The Payroll Report! On the first Friday of every month, the government releases employment statistics for the previous month. The financial press always seems to build these releases as “the biggest release of the year.” Indeed, this month‘s release of August payrolls will answer a lot of questions about how…
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