12|12|2017

Fed Factor | December 8, 2017

Markets have fully priced in the Federal Reserve Board’s (FRB) anticipated rate hike on Wednesday. So, why will all eyes be on the meeting? Economic Data Data showed continued...

12|11|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | December 8, 2017 | FFS | Monument, CO

As I write Market Thoughts this week, here are the indicators that caught my eye.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting the markets.

12|05|2017

Taxes, Data, and Bombs | December 1, 2017

Last week saw a rise in volatility. It came during a week where markets surged substantially. Was the surge founded and volatility should calm down? Or will volatility increase...

12|04|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | December 1, 2017

Ahead of  Market Thoughts this week, here are the indicators that caught my attention.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting the markets.

11|29|2017

The Turkey Trade | November 24, 2017

The markets surged on the holiday shortened week. Was this due to low volume and vacations or was there truly a reason for the surge? Economic Data For the...

11|27|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | November 24, 2017

Before I publish Market Thoughts this week, here are the indicators that caught my eye.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...

11|21|2017

The Tax Trade | November 17, 2017

The week was little changed when you look at the open on Monday and the close on Friday. There is more to it when you look at how tax...

11|20|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | November 17, 2017

As I write Market Thoughts this week, here are the indicators that caught my attention.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...

11|16|2017

Not So Smart Money | November 10, 2017

Markets have surged over the past year on the back of strong earnings, subdued inflation, and the hope of fiscal and financial reform. Earnings As markets continue to set...

11|13|2017

Leading Indicator Watch | November 10, 2017

Ahead of Market Thoughts this week, here are some indicators that caught my eye.  Click here to download the latest insights on economic activity and how they are impacting...