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2/3 Of Global Stocks Are Down Since Last Year
Statistics can be misleading. For example, if markets are near the highs, they must be strong; right? Gavekal Research recently put out a note that caught my eye. Since 5/21/2015 (the date that the MSCI World Index made a high), 2 out of 3 mid-large cap stocks have declined. The histogram below shows the number
Here Are Some Links for Your Weekend Reading
A friend of mine just bet me that Trump would win the election. So far, Trump has offended a lot of "interest groups" with campaign remarks. But, then there is Hillary. It is going to be close. Here are some of the posts that caught my eye. Hope you find something interesting.
The Universal Hot vs Crazy Matrix - A Man's Guide to Women
Thought this was funny. Hope you enjoy it too. Care to guess where my wife fits? YouTube. There is even merchandise … and a much shorter women's guide to men.
Each State's Biggest Export Trading Partner
Despite Canada's considerable geographic challenges, a friend sent me this as a reminder. This chart shows the country to which each state exports the most. The states that border Mexico send a lot of goods there, while 35 states have Canada as their biggest export partner. via Business Insider. Back to the chart …
Remembering Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali, considered by many to be the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time, died last Friday at 74 years old. Besides boxing, he was known for his quick wit, sharp tongue, and memorable quotes. Here's one of my favorites. “Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live
S&P Pit: Futures Trading Then and Now
I recently had a chance to visit the S&P pit after speaking at the Trading Show In Chicago ...