11|21|2017

The Tax Trade | November 17, 2017

The week was little changed when you look at the open on Monday and the close on Friday. There is more to it when you look at how tax...

11|20|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | November 17, 2017

As I write Market Thoughts this week, here are the indicators that caught my attention.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...

11|16|2017

Not So Smart Money | November 10, 2017

Markets have surged over the past year on the back of strong earnings, subdued inflation, and the hope of fiscal and financial reform. Earnings As markets continue to set...

11|13|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | November 10, 2017

Ahead of Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that caught my eye.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...

11|09|2017

Around We Go! | November 4, 2017

There was meaningful activity from every corner of the globe last week. It all translated into markets gains for the week, but not without concerns… US In the US...

11|07|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | Nov 3, 2017

Before I publish Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that caught my attention.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting the markets.

11|01|2017

Glitch in Central Banking | October 27, 2017

Last week was a big week for the European Central Bank (ECB). They had a chance to out-do the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB), did it happen? The ECB was...

10|30|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | October 27, 2017

Ahead of Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that caught my attention.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...

10|24|2017

All-Time Highs! | October 20, 2017

Markets tapped all-time highs last week. What pushed it: Corporate earnings, NAFTA negotiations, or Senate action on tax reform? Corporate earnings have been favorable, which extended the market gains...

10|23|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | October 20, 2017

Ahead of Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that made history!  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting the...