Market Update: Stocks Weak, Panic in Metals, More Downgrades
By Ben WarwickAfter a sharp stock sell-off, gold was now trading on par with platinum.
August 07, 2011
Rehab RequiemI first listened to Amy Winehouse on the suggestion of a friend who had picked up on Winehouse well before she had become a mainstream name, and like many aficionados, was struck by the soul and virtuosity of her singing.
August 07, 2011
Remember the Alamo!Only one state flag can be flown at the same height as the American flag when the flags are being flown together--the Lone Star flag of Texas.
August 05, 2011
Solving the Economic StalemateI spent a bit more time yesterday talking to clients than usual--a situation common to many advisors in this crazy environment.
August 05, 2011
How to Play This Challenging Market: The Signs of OpportunityWhen the selloff becomes irrational, we have reached the point of maximum opportunity: the signs advisors should look for.
August 03, 2011
Debt ceiling deal leaves bad tasteIs there anybody out there who feels good about the debt ceiling deal?
August 03, 2011
All you can eatA hungry traveler is lured by the sign atop a roadside diner: "All you can eat -- $5.00."
August 03, 2011
Debt ceiling deal leaves bad tasteIs there anybody out there who feels good about the debt ceiling deal?

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