Under the Surface

July 29th Weekly Market Update Conditions have stopped worsening, and Europe’s economy may be stabilizing after a period of rapid economic deterioration. However, the deep-rooted negatives that lie not far under the surface may disappoint those expecting steady...

Walking Dead Stock Market

July 22nd Weekly Market Update Last week revealed the nominations for the 2013 Primetime Emmy Awards. Overall, 10 different dramas scored nominations for the shows or lead actors. But missing from the list was the show that is the number one drama in the coveted...

What We Are Watching for This Earnings Season

June 15th Weekly Market Update Four times a year, investors focus on the most fundamental driver of investment performance: earnings. Unfortunately, like the economy, earnings growth remains sluggish. The second quarter of 2013 is likely to mark another quarter of low...

The Right Recipe for Stocks

July 8th Weekly Market Update The summer means cookouts. The recipe for success is usually simple: take a basic ingredient, add some characteristic flavors, and apply some heat. The recipe for stock market investing success may be as simple as taking the S&P 500...