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...

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...

When President Bush passed tax cuts in 2003 and 2006, the long-term capital gains rate decreased from 20% to 15% for a specified period of time. We are now approaching the end of those tax cuts this year and are faced with potentially higher capital gains rates than before. more...

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

Remember in the summer of 2008 where oil hit $145 per barrel on its uninterrupted trek to $200 a barrel? more...