Why is the Market Still Up?

Why is the Market Still Up?

Monday, September 22, 2025 We’re in September, and talk about a disconnect. Why is the market near or making new all-time highs with all these negative things swirling? Well, one reason could be American companies are buying their own stocks at a record pace. These...
America’s Credit Problem

America’s Credit Problem

Monday, September 15, 2025 Lower interest rates can’t come soon enough for the average American. When Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible interest rate cut soon, there was a collective sigh of relief. Powell has avoided cutting rates too...
The Federal Reserve Is Caught in a Trap

The Federal Reserve Is Caught in a Trap

Monday, September 8, 2025 It’s well known the Federal Reserve has a dual mandate guiding its actions and policy decisions. It aims to maintain price stability and inflation across the U.S. economy along with keeping robust employment levels. But the Fed is...
President Trump Versus the Federal Reserve

President Trump Versus the Federal Reserve

Monday, August 18, 2025 The Federal Reserve was established to serve as an independent guardian of the U.S. financial system, free from political pressures and short-term decisions. But President Trump is blurring the lines. It’s President Trump versus the Federal...
Gradually, then Suddenly

Gradually, then Suddenly

Monday, July 28 The U.S. bond market is flashing red. Using the Bloomberg U.S. aggregate bond index as a proxy, bonds are in their longest bear market in nearly 50 years. Data shows the maximum decline in that period is only 17.2%, however. That’s because the index...