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...

06|15|2017

3 KEYS TO RETIREMENT PLANNING

Retirement planning should not be taken lightly. Consider for a moment having to go back to work years after retiring, but having to take a minimum wage position because...