It seems that the CBOE Volatility Index ($VIX) breaks historical records on a daily basis. A long-standing rule of buying fear when the VIX spikes above 30 has fallen by the wayside, as its...
“I couldn’t have gotten this deal six months ago,” so says Warren Buffett regarding his GE score. Perhaps one might add, “…and you never will either, so bug out!” The gang at CNBC is...
My family asked that, while on a 4-day break, I refrain from posts to the ETF Expert blog. We all needed a weekend of quality time. Little did I know that 9/29/2008 would register a "777"...
The markets gave a Bronx Cheer to the bailout proposal "before" there was even a congressional vote today. After the vote failure the ongoing sell-off intensified. My...
The FBI is investigating Freddie Mac (NYSE: FRE), Fannie Mae (NYSE: FMN) and AIG (NYSE: AIG). It wouldn’t take a genius to figure out that they’re looking for--fraud and massive cover-ups....
In my January 21, 2008 letter, I forecast that the S&P could decline to 1175. As I explained then, “This technical estimate is based on the chart of the S&P and how it has traded over the...
HERE’S THE TAB All eyes were glued on senate testimony today which should have featured an optimistic Turnaround Tuesday. But, no, as such it was a flop despite some intraday attempts to rally.The...
Even in an economic slump, there are companies that thrive. As an investor, it pays to look both for companies that are naturally situated for survival in a recession-resistant industry or locale...
If you’re extremely nimble you can trade this market. Up and down 2-4% in major averages daily over the past half dozen trading sessions make for profitable and fun day-trading. If you’re not...
It's not every week that you'll see the world's financial system teeter on the brink of relevance. Then, in the same week, witness U.S. leaders introduce multi-faceted, comprehensive reform in...
