Category Archives: Economy

$3.9 Trillion In Stealth Stimulus

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Tom

Via CNN. I love the "stealth stimulus" term which is probably code for bank bonuses.    .

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Could The Market Be Turning?

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Tom

After having 8 of my 12 open stock and ETF positions stopped out this week, I'd say the market is starting to roll over.  It could be because of Obama's bank tax or something else.  Who knows and who cares! … Continue reading →

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Mea Culpa – What I Learned From This Market Crash

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Tom

I got my ass spanked in the markets over the last year.  My 401k portfolios are surviving after some severe drawdowns (25%) between 2008 and 2009 and my trading capital in my Forex and Stock accounts got destroyed.  Luckily it … Continue reading →

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Marketing Bottoming – Really?

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Tom

Everyone is so hoping that the market is bottoming because they all want to recoup their losses from last year, especially us 401k holders.  For some strange reason, corporate profits appear to be beating expectations and everyone is hoping (wishing) … Continue reading →

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Do You Feel Stimulated?

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Tom

A large chunk of foreclosures will go away immediately, people will have debt relief and the ability to spend again, and all those subprime portfolios will start to perform again. Continue reading →

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Derivatives and Stimulus Money to Create Another Crisis?

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Tom

too big to fail is very dangerous because large complex systems have to fight really hard to remain organized in the face of some large negative events. Continue reading →

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Low Volatility – Happy Days Again?

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Tom

Ben and the Fed have dumped trillions of dollars into the markets and that’s bound to smooth things over for a while, but ask yourself this: is it sustainable? Continue reading →

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Trading Update

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Tom

Sorry guys but I’ve been busy with work and doing some light stock trading. My first live trade in YZC, using my Neuro Classification system was a success. I nabbed over 7% in that trade over April. I’m currently long … Continue reading →

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Barry’s Economic Stimulus Plan

Posted on February 10, 2009 by Tom

Dear Mr. President, I know it’s really easy to spend other people’s money but let’s face a reality here.  No matter how much money you’re going to throw at the banking and credit system, it just won’t work.  The banks … Continue reading →

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“Atlas Shrugged” – The Guide Book for Today’s Economy

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Tom

Many readers know that I’m a big fan of Ayn Rand, objectivism, and of course capitalism.  I was thrilled to find this well written WSJ article a few weeks ago and it seems appropriate to share it with you now, given … Continue reading →

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The Race To The Bottom Continues

Posted on October 28, 2008 by Tom

Another brutal selloff yesterday but we’re getting close to my target zone.  My daily timing model issued a few BUY signals last Friday and the volatility indicator breached 7.  Crazy. I’m curious to see what my weekly timing model says … Continue reading →

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Governments Make You Poor

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Tom

Argentina set up a national retirement system back in the 90′s and I’ve read numerous reports on how wonderful it is because it helps Juan six-pack not worry about the future.  The Government is looking out for those unfortunate people … Continue reading →

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