I've said it before, but I came into the investment business through the back door as a risk manager. Unlike most quantitative analysts, I came with a greater depth of knowledge of economic... read more »
In the past seven blogs, I have been considering the probable economic picture for 2009 and beyond. The question that would arise in my mind is "What will I do about it?" We certainly can't... read more »
With market action slow over the last week I thought I'd address a question I received about 401k timing and RSI(2). From David recently:
"Could 2 period RSI be used to produce better... read more »
We spend a fair amount of time on this blog looking for trading systems that have some discernible and consistent edge over the market averages. And edge is important: if you don't know where your... read more »
The Holiday season is normally a time of reflection and direction, as most of us relish in our accomplishments, review the areas for improvement, and plan the new coming year's direction for our... read more »
Many investors have lost a lot of sleep lately as this year's investment returns from all asset classes except for CD's and Treasury Bonds have been one of the worst on record. However, it didn't... read more »
In answering a question on my blog about TIPS products I disclosed owning the SPDR International Inflation Protected Bond ETF (NYSE: WIP) for many clients, I also own few shares personally as well. A... read more »
The Madoff investment scandal may be the biggest Ponzi scheme in history, in which case the swindle offers oversized as well as familiar lessons in what not to do with the care and tending of money.... read more »
I read an interesting article this week titled, "are you being lied to?" The premise was all the help being offered by the so called experts is a lie to sell books or services. From diets... read more »
This has been an interesting year for me and my own personal and professional growth. I wanted to take a moment to look back at two very positive lessons learned in 2008 (that might just apply to you... read more »
