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What Oil is Telling Us?
Since 2015 there has been a 70% drop in the price of oil. It may seem odd that a commodity that is used in nearly everything can experience such a severe drop in price. Historically drops of this magnitude have either been caused by a reduction in demand, typically caused by recessions, or a reduction… Read more »
Is Protectionism the Real Problem?
This week Barron’s cover story opined that the presidential candidates may be killing the markets. We will not reprise the article but offer our thoughts on why it makes sense to pay attention to much of the senselessness during this presidential primary season, because, to paraphrase James Carville, “you cannot say that what politicians do… Read more »
Dealing with Volatility
Volatility in financial markets can be worse than actual declines. Why? Because it creates a level of uncertainty that most investors find disquieting. So what can you do to combat the natural angst that accompanies heightened volatility in the markets? First, I think it is important to recognize that volatility is a normal part of… Read more »
Special Edition on Market Volatility
2016 has started out not with a bang, but with a collision. What we have witnessed through the first 8 trading days of the year is a collision between expectations and reality. Why is this happening? The conventional wisdom is that markets are concerned about the impact of a possible global slowdown on the earnings… Read more »
The Hidden Treasure
We recently accepted a new client who could have used an advisor years ago, but waited until a near crisis struck before reaching out for help. Over the course of working with our client and their extended family, I came upon a truth that I never fully appreciated in working with clients over a couple… Read more »