A Dividend Just Isn’t What It Used to Be

A Dividend Just Isn’t What It Used to Be

Monday, September 28, 2026 Over the years, stock dividends seem to have taken a back seat to other forms of returning capital to shareholders, like buybacks. Well on top of that, now stock dividends can no longer compete with Treasury bonds. In July 2016, 63.4% of...
The Case for Doing Nothing

The Case for Doing Nothing

Often, the most profound act an investor can perform is nothing at all. Examining nearly a century of data, the case for a long-term buy and hold strategy is undeniable. So today, I’ll give you four reasons why the boring path of staying invested is consistently...
Could Be a Melt Up

Could Be a Melt Up

Monday, October 20, 2025 The stock market has gained over 20% the last two years and over 14% so far this year. And yet, some people think it’s just getting started. This market backdrop is about as bullish as it gets. Despite all the rate hikes of 2022, the...
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...
Indicators Show Euphoria

Indicators Show Euphoria

Monday, August 25, 2025 Stocks have been red hot for a while, with the major indices all rallying more than 30% since April lows. It’s been a great trading environment. So, what’s the problem? Well, everyone is frothy and bullish. Early on in this rally,...