As artificial boosters fade, GDP growth will face additional headwinds. However, there’s enough slack in inventory data and additional stimulus in the pipeline to keep the economy growing for the next few quarters. Read More

The three major US indexes finished the session in the red.  Read More

The three major US indexes wrapped up the session with gains as economic data showed a stronger economic recovery. Read More

The three major US indexes finished in the red. Read More

The three major US indexes gained as sales of homes climbed. Read More

Rather than listen to the endless hyperbole that perpetuates in the media’s discussion of employment statistics, let’s examine the actual data and unemployment trends during prior recessions. Read More

The three major US indexes traded lower dragged down by the energy sector due to unfavorable commodity prices. Read More

You can profit in this environment by remaining flexible and willing to suspend long-term fundamental concerns to participate in powerful cyclical rallies. That’s exactly what we’ve done in the Growth Portfolio this year. Read More

The US economy faces serious long-term challenges, but investors can still profit from cyclical rallies and secular growth in technology and energy. Read More

There’s more to successful income investing than buying securities with enormous yields. The secret is “income-plus.” Read More