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Peeling Back Political Deficit Illusions
July 6, 2016 Government & Politics
In politics, we typically think fiscally conservative and tax cuts for Republicans and wasteful spending and tax hikes for Democrats. But are our assumptions true?Unexpected Demand for Oil Is Up 80% … What Could The Future Hold?
June 10, 2016 Oil
After an 80% gain, many investors would be looking for an opportunity to short the asset. When it comes to oil, this is not that time. In fact, this isn’t a rally you want to short … it’s one you want to buy.Ride Oil’s Comeback
May 18, 2016 Oil
Don’t believe the media, oil consumption is not declining — it’s rising. But oil exploration budgets have been cut, and a supply shortfall is looming on the horizon. The $3.7 Trillion Municipal-Bond Market Just Isn’t That “Liquid”
May 10, 2016 Bonds
The Fed is allowing big banks to treat municipal bonds as safe, high-quality assets for emergency reserves. But once you’ve read up on Ramapo, New York, “safe” no longer comes to mind. A New Option for Gold Bullion
April 28, 2016 Gold
Gold bullion is an excellent way to protect your wealth during a market crisis. But acquiring and storing bullion outside the U.S. has long been a problem … until now.