Most investors underperform the stock market benchmarks like the S&P 500. Just going by statistics, this includes you. Why is this? Simple: Individual investors tend to take on tremendous risk. It’s mind boggling to think that the stock market “only”…
If Donald Trump wins the White House, he plans on building a huge wall across thesouthern border with Mexico. But he should also turn his sights on the Chinese Wall in southern Manhattan, because it’s in need of serious repair.…
Should Investors Just Back Off? When I was 14 years old at a late night party, a bully punched me in the face. It didn’t hurt or even stun me. And I think I could have easily taken him. But…
The retail sector has been taking a beating this earnings season. You see, the retail and textile apparel sectors have been two of the weakest sectors in the market, and until these groups re-emerge with relative strength, it’s best to…
My Current U.S. Stock Market Stance: Short-term overbought. The general stock market is consolidating as institutions decide which way to cut. Seasonality suggests further downside in the S&P 500 (4% or more). Focusing on the strongest sectors is extremely important…
The 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby was this past weekend. And the favorite, Nyquist, claimed victory by capturing the first leg of the “Triple Crown”. The three-year old colt is actually off to a great start, having won all…
A Quick Note from Chris: Today I’m really excited to welcome back someone who many of you will remember from back in our days at Tycoon Research and the Institute for Individual Investors, Costas Bocelli. For the past few months,…
Our Current Stock Market Stance: Until we see more confirmation of strength, we maintain our bearish stance. This may seem confusing to those who’s money I manage because we do have bullish positions. But our bullish positions at Rowe Wealth…