Monthly Archives: September 2017

Deflation Or Change In Relative Prices?

Interesting chart via statista measuring the cost of one hour of light through ages. We find it relevant today as there is much confusion over the concept of deflation and inflation.  It appears many can’t distinguish between the difference between … Continue reading

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Sector ETF Performance – September 1

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The Most Dangerous Of Presidential Tweets

There have been many presidential tweets that have caused us alarm,  but this is the one that concers us most. Not going to happen.  Is there any faster and clearer path to a Category 5 Global Depression, complete market meltdown, … Continue reading

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August U.S. Sector ETF Performance

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Cohn Dropping In Prediction Markets As New Fed Chair

If tax reform looks stalled, and we should find out in the next few weeks, is there any reason for Gary Cohn to stick around if he concludes he won’t be appointed Fed Chair?  We wonder. Odds he will replace … Continue reading

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General Kelly Is Pissed Off

We cited a Washington Post piece in our post yesterday morning citing the growing friction between the President and his Chief of Staff,  General John Kelly,  now dubbed the Church Lady by the White House staff.   The President was quick … Continue reading

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Global Risk Monitor – September 1

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Shanghai Breakout

Man, emerging market equities are in total beast mode. The emerging markets index MSCI Ishares ETF (EEM) is up almost 30 percent on the year.  Turkey and Argentian up almost 40 percent.  India,  Brazil, and Korea almost 20 percent. Emerging … Continue reading

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President’s Rebuttal Tweet On Gen. Kelly Conflict

General John Kelly is doing a great job as Chief of Staff. I could not be happier or more impressed – and this Administration continues to.. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 1, 2017

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Get Shorty If The “Church Lady” Bolts La Casa Blanca

A stunning piece in the Washington Post posted last night about a potential conflict between President Trump and his Chief of Staff,  General John Kelly,  now dubbed the “Church Lady” by the White House staff. Political risk in Washington has diminished with … Continue reading

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