07|18|2017
The Meddling Ref | July 14, 2017
In recent months, the shifting stance of the Federal Reserve Board (FRB) has caused markets to ebb and flow. The FRB is supposed to be predictable! Transparency: That is...
07|17|2017
Leading Indicator Watch | July 14, 2017
Before I publish Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that caught my eye for the week of July 14, 2017. Click here to download the latest...
07|13|2017
Peeling Back Unemployment | July 7, 2017
There are several aspects to the unemployment report. The headline rate rose last month–which is typically a sign of a weakening job market. Was that the case this time?...
07|10|2017
Leading Indicator Watch | July 7, 2017
As I write 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...
07|06|2017
Just Kidding | June 30, 2017
Economic news last week was full of information that reversed course on previous reports. Some of it was only in the news for a day before retractions began. How...
07|03|2017
Leading Indicator Watch | June 30, 2017
As I write 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...
06|28|2017
China on the Rise | June 23, 2017
China has been continually denied admission into the MSCI Emerging Markets (EM) Index. Last week that changed. Will this spell doom and gloom or prosperity to the China stock...
06|28|2017
Leading Indicator Watch | June 23, 2017
As I write 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...
06|20|2017
2 Keys to Disinflation | June 16, 2017
Recently, concerns have risen that disinflation could indicate that our economy is losing steam. 1) What is disinflation and 2) Why does it present a risk to our economy?...
06|20|2017
Leading Indicator Watch | June 16, 2017
As I write Market Thoughts, here are some indicators that caught my eye. Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting the...