When Low Unemployment Can Be Bad News

July 24, 2017 We’re at or near full employment – or so the statistics say. Full employment generally means almost everyone who wants a job can get one, and the primary constraint on growth is the amount of labor available. Plentiful, abundant jobs with...

Indexing Error?

July 17, 2017 Picking stocks is an art form that is dying a passive death. I say “passive” because the influx of passive investing into the market has taken a lot of business from investment advisors.But investments that track the market, or segments of it, are a...

It Doesn’t Seem to Matter

July 10, 2017 We’re at market highs, yet like others, I’m reminded of Queen’s big hit, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” because it’s as if nothing really matters. I say that because several events of historical magnitude have failed to make any significant impact on the markets....

Don’t Count on that Tax Cut Yet

June 26, 2017 We hear a lot about upcoming tax cuts, and despite Congressional difficulty, many still think a big cut Is coming. Between tax reform, infrastructure spending and deregulation, a lot could change in the American business environment. But I wouldn’t...

A Tale of Two Presidents

June 19, 2017 Let me tell you about two U.S. presidents. One could be characterized as unconventional, not terribly political, elected to battle an uncertain economy and generally shake things up. The other is Donald Trump. Who is the first president I...

In It Together

June 16, 2017 We all know the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, is a hot topic among the nation’s political class. And it’s an important one on Main Street too.Here’s the thing to remember about Obamacare – while it may not affect you directly, it affects all...