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A Series of S&P Charts to Help Put the Market in Perspective
The recent doom and gloom can make it seem like the Market has suffered potentially fatal setbacks. However, a glance at a monthly chart of the S&P 500 Index shows a pretty normal-sized correction, based on recent swings. It is worth noting, however, that the market has had four down months, and the
Navigating NPR's Top 100 Science Fiction and Fantasy Books
NPR solicited the input of its listeners to rank the top science fiction and fantasy books of all time. Over 60,000 people voted for the top picks which were then compiled into a list by their panel of experts. The result? A list of 100 books with a wide range of styles, little context, and
A Weekend Linkfest
Here are some of the posts that caught my eye. Hope you find something interesting. As bad as it gets here, at least we have choices. In Russia, they have a choice. Trading Links: IPOs Postponed at Record Pace Globally. (Bloomberg) Applying Moneyball Lessons to Big Data Analysis. (DataCenterKnowledge) When Market Dynamics Change, So
What Is the State of the Economy [Infographic]
Walmart just re-instated its Layaway plan for cash-starved consumers. That sends an interesting message; but so did billionaire investor George Soros. Speaking on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund meeting, Soros said that the crisis is worse than the global financial crisis in the wake of the collapse of Lehman Brothers in the fall
Moneyball
Moneyball is out in theaters. Lots of people consider it a sports movie; but, it is so much more. Yes, it is the film version of the book by Michael Lewis (which was a pretty good read). Still, underneath the sports story, it is about finding and refining an edge (or sustainable competitive advantage). If
Some Good Weekend Reading Links
Here are some of the posts that caught my eye. Hope you find something interesting. It was a tough week for Global Markets. Trading Links: Richard Russell’s 12 Tips For the New Normal. (Pragmatic Capitalism) Emerging Markets Diversification: Are the Benefits Declining? (MoneyWatch) Studies Say No Link Between HFT and Volatility. (FT) Supercomputer Accurately Predicted