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The Red Dragon Roars While the Fed Waits
April 6, 2016 Global Economy
Despite much hand-wringing in the media, the economy is turning up again. While the Fed seems out of touch with economic data, China has emerged as the only adult in the room. Wage Growth Remains an Issue for Millennials
April 5, 2016 U.S. Economy
As millennials look to turn the tide of wage growth, weekly initial jobless claims data point to trouble for the U.S. economy. Can the next generation provide investment opportunities? The Truth Behind U.S. Jobs Data
April 1, 2016 U.S. Economy
The March jobs report is being hailed as a win for the U.S. economy, but forward-looking layoff data offers a grim look at why growth will fade and why interest rates aren’t rising any time soon. The Fed Needs to Get a Clue
March 25, 2016 Trading Strategies
The Fed is dithering on interest rates, and the days of solid returns on Treasurys, municipal bonds and CDs aren’t likely to return anytime soon, if ever. But that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck… The Real Value of Gold
March 23, 2016 Gold
With fiat currencies headed toward failure, and central banks desperate to avoid catastrophe, it’s time to ask yourself: What is gold really worth?