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Deflation Rears Its Ugly Head

August 20, 2010

Our February 19, 2010 blog highlighted an article in the Wall Street Journal that discussed the possibility of a Japanese-style period of deflation in the United States. The article pointed out more...

Greece Debt

May 26, 2010

There have been more news stories written about Greece in the past month than in the entire 2009 year. No doubt, the Greece debt crisis is the main source of these stories. more...

It Won't Last

April 16, 2010

Long-time watchers of financial markets know that investors are always worrying about one thing or another. What's not often apparent is how quickly those worries are built into prices and how rapidly the narrative changes. more...

Recent Market Activity in Perspective

March 26, 2010

The US stock market has taken investors on a bumpy ride in recent years. This volatility has tested investor discipline and prompted some people to question their commitment to equities. While no one knows the future... more...

Europe's Choice: Growth or Safety Net

March 25, 2010

Calls for a European style economic system prevail among many politicians and citizens today. Want to see the future? Read the excellent article posted in the WSJ today, Europe’s Choice: Growth or Safety Net…. more...

One Year after February 2009

March 04, 2010

Close to a year ago from today, the market hit a low point...but no one really knew it. more...

Second Hand News

February 26, 2010

Jim Parker, a Vice President at DFA Australia Limited, shares his thoughts on how reporting done by the media can sometimes distract investors who want to build long-term wealth. more...