by Daniel White | Jan 12, 2026 | Economy
Monday, January 12, 2026 Are interest rate cuts doing what they’re supposed to do? Most investors expect rate cuts to boost stock prices, unlock the mortgage market, drive up spending and keep the economy running hot. In other words, they view cuts as a magic...
by Daniel White | Jan 6, 2026 | Economy
Monday, January 5, 2026 In finance, negative economic headlines can send the stock market higher. It’s counterintuitive, yes. But it’s true. For instance, rising unemployment should be a warning siren for equity investors – they don’t want a recession. But in...
by Daniel White | Dec 22, 2025 | Economy
Monday, December 29, 2025 Legendary contrarian investor Howard Marks has led Oaktree Capital Management since he founded it in 1995. After fees, his clients have gained an annual return of 19% a year. A high yield corporate bond specialist, Marks prioritizes avoiding...
by Daniel White | Dec 16, 2025 | Economy
Monday, December 22, 2025 I do not recommend taking out a 50-year mortgage. If you do, you could still be making payments in 2075. By then you might be tied to an antiquated banking system. And you could have grown grandkids and still owe money on your home! The aim...
by Daniel White | Dec 9, 2025 | Economy
Monday, December 15, 2025 Five years ago, pandemic stimulus checks and low interest rates allowed people to spend and borrow freely. High income households bought luxuries like cars, vacations, and home upgrades. Today, the U.S. economy is sitting on a massive pile of...
