In the short term, international holdings could endure a rough time. Eventually, it may also be an opportunity for US holdings as investors seek safe havens. Treasury bonds, gold, & the US dollar may benefit those seeking higher quality, even though the US economy continues its sluggish recovery...
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Brexit Briefs
June 29, 2016 11:47 AM - Comment(s)
The Impact of a Strong Dollar in Today's Economy
October 13, 2014 12:44 PM - Comment(s)
America has become a refuge for those seeking safety & opportunity. This is also applicable for foreign investors' capital. In today's economy, a strong dollar can present both benefits and challenges for U.S. investors.
A strong dollar occurs when the U.S. dollar (USD) can purchase more of...
Jobs and Inflation
September 18, 2014 01:58 PM - Comment(s)
Recently, a friend asked me how inflation and jobs are connected. My response is included below. Let me know what your thoughts are.
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"Short answer: More jobs = More Aggregate Wages = Greater Consumer Demand & Lower Unemployment/Tighter Job Market ...
After the Anniversary
March 24, 2014 03:48 PM - Comment(s)
We recently passed the five-year anniversary of the market's trough due to the financial crisis. On March 9, 2009, the Dow Jones closed at 6507.04; the S&P 500 closed at 676.53; and the Nasdaq closed at 1268.64. On March 10, 2014, the Dow closed at 16,418.68; the S&P 500 closed at 1877.17; ...
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