Why is the Fed cutting rates? July 17, 2019 | Markets, Ogorek Blog The fact the Fed is still foreshadowing rate cuts suggests they are focusing more on global issues than on the U.S. economy itself.
Pace of Stock Buybacks Unsustainable July 12, 2019 | Markets, Ogorek Blog Buybacks are considered a major driver of the market’s recent returns, so it’s important to consider the impact when the well runs dry.
Employment Report Provides Mid-Year Check Up July 8, 2019 | Markets, Ogorek Blog At the mid-year point, what does the employment report mean for the U.S. economy? Does it alleviate concerns that a recession is looming?
Casinos are Using AI for Even Greater Advantage July 3, 2019 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog To entice people to spend more, casinos use their troves of data to tweak every aspect of the gambling experience.
The Value of Time July 2, 2019 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog Take just 2 minutes to watch this video about our most precious asset, time. Chances are your perception will change dramatically.
The Joy of Missing Out and the Difficult Art of Doing Less June 28, 2019 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog Stop trying to do everything and instead do less. In fact, sometimes it’s best to be left behind, to enjoy where you are right now.
Here’s Some Money Advice: Just Buy the Coffee June 27, 2019 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog While it is true that every one of us can be smarter about spending, these small purchases are a just a sliver of the money story.
The Everything Rally June 25, 2019 | Markets The chart here shows that for the first time in nearly 3 years, all four asset classes are at their all-time highs, simultaneously.
Longest Bull Market in History Chases Another Record June 21, 2019 | Markets The chart here compares previous bull markets in terms of length (days) and percentage change in the S&P 500.