A Productivity Boom: A Response To Robert Gordon, Part II
Last week, we began an analysis of Michael Mandel and Bret Swanson’s paper1 which is a response to Robert Gordon’s … Read more
Last week, we began an analysis of Michael Mandel and Bret Swanson’s paper1 which is a response to Robert Gordon’s … Read more
The human species learned long, long ago that sticking together is a good thing. During our evolution, larger numbers provided … Read more
The way we spend our time and money has been changing. Selfies are a new form of ‘art’ work, more … Read more
One would think given low unemployment, rising wages, still low interest rates, high confidence and a rising wealth effect (thanks … Read more
This week we wrestled with what to focus our Market Ethos on given the many big moves we have seen … Read more
Over the past week we have seen bond yields move higher. This has included an almost doubling of the German … Read more
In the 1st half of 2014, the outlook for oil was bright. Prices were rising, companies were investing and free … Read more
Housing related expenditures are becoming an increasing component of our economy and have helped propel Canada to its current status … Read more
Most investors approach the asset allocation decision in what we would call the traditional approach. Determine your long term objectives, … Read more
A common saying for investors is that volume tends to lead price. By volume, we mean the number of shares … Read more
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times – Charles Dickens penned so many years ago. … Read more
Earlier this week the VIX Index, which measures U.S. equity market volatility, moved below 10. Crazy, eh? The VIX measures … Read more
When it comes to reading or listening to commentaries about the market, how often do you come across someone saying … Read more
You own 1,000 shares each of company A and B, each originally purchased for $100. Since buying, company A has … Read more
There is no question Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have exploded in popularity. They offer many benefits to investors and their … Read more