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Market FOMO Rising; Disney Plus Ultra
April 9, 2020 Great Stuff
Mr. FOMO Risin’ If you ever needed clear proof that the stock market does not represent the U.S. economy, today provided it. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that 6.6 million Americans filed for first-time unemployment benefits last week. The latest data bring the total of new claims to more than 16 million for the […] Manic Markets, Sailing Saudis and Muddy Waters
April 8, 2020 Great Stuff
The Volatility Experience Manic depression is searching my soul. I know what I want, but I just don’t know. — Jimi Hendrix, “Manic Depression.” Did you see yesterday’s reversal? The market was up more than 3% across the board and then … pow! Total market reversal. Someone must’ve crossed the streams. Rather than panic about […] 3 Ways Americans Are Helping Each Other Survive Crisis
April 4, 2020 2020 Financial Crisis, American Investor Today
There’s a lot of bad news out there. It’s a tough time for everyone. But despite all the struggles, people are still finding small ways to make a difference. Today, Kristen Barrett highlights heartwarming moments to help keep spirits up. Jobs Vs. Corona; Drinking Constellations; Tesla Celebrations
April 3, 2020 Great Stuff
Friday Four Play: The “Come on Get Happy” Edition It’s Friday, and everyone knows you gotta get down on Friday. You know, you’ve gotta be fresh? Gotta go downstairs … have a bowl of cereal? (With all the good music you reference, Mr. Great Stuff … Rebecca Black? Why? Just … why?) Yeah … about […] 6.6 Million Job Cuts; Luckin Nuts; Zoom’s a Klutz
April 2, 2020 Great Stuff
Thanks, I Hate Record-Setting Years Anyone else tired of records? I’m not talking about vinyl. My vinyl collection is one of the few things keeping me sane during this quarantine (The White Album, Led Zeppelin IV, Ziggy Stardust, Dark Side of the Moon, Facelift, Paul’s Boutique, World Domination … it gets more eccentric as the […]