Yellen Admits The Fed Is Clueless
June 18, 2015
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This data-dependent board of governors will do nothing until evidence slaps it in the face.
Economy
Retail Sales Numbers Are A Welcome Sight
June 11, 2015
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Minor consumer splurge in May drives first strong numbers in many months.
Bonds Still Present No Gift
June 4, 2015
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The German bond market led the way on Wednesday as the 10-year note closed the day at 0.85%.
China Blue
May 28, 2015
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Global stock markets are having a sympathetic reaction to the Shanghai Composite.
The Fed Is Wary Of The Bond Market
May 21, 2015
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The markets are trading quietly as the Fed takes a wait-and-see approach on raising interest rates.
A Hope For Calm
May 12, 2015
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Bond traders are on their tiptoes in an effort to not disturb the German beast.
Two Roads Crossing
May 6, 2015
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Credit unions are increasing their holdings in securities available-for-sale while banks are increasing their holdings in securities held-to-maturity. How do these different strategies relate to price risk?
The Floodgates Have Opened
May 6, 2015
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Fed chair Janet Yellen’s comments during an IMF conference on Wednesday contributed to a global sell-off of stocks last night.
Bonds Are Losing Their Grip On Leadership
April 30, 2015
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Dow futures are down 20 points in preopening trading and bond prices are close to unchanged to start the last day of April.
Credit Unions Creating The Next Economy
April 23, 2015
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As America continues to transform itself economically, credit unions are becoming more involved in their communities.
Retail Sales Numbers Are A Welcome Sight
Minor consumer splurge in May drives first strong numbers in many months.
Bonds Still Present No Gift
The German bond market led the way on Wednesday as the 10-year note closed the day at 0.85%.
China Blue
Global stock markets are having a sympathetic reaction to the Shanghai Composite.
The Fed Is Wary Of The Bond Market
The markets are trading quietly as the Fed takes a wait-and-see approach on raising interest rates.
A Hope For Calm
Bond traders are on their tiptoes in an effort to not disturb the German beast.
Two Roads Crossing
Credit unions are increasing their holdings in securities available-for-sale while banks are increasing their holdings in securities held-to-maturity. How do these different strategies relate to ...
The Floodgates Have Opened
Fed chair Janet Yellen’s comments during an IMF conference on Wednesday contributed to a global sell-off of stocks last night.
Bonds Are Losing Their Grip On Leadership
Dow futures are down 20 points in preopening trading and bond prices are close to unchanged to start the last day of April.
Credit Unions Creating The Next Economy
As America continues to transform itself economically, credit unions are becoming more involved in their communities.
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Yellen Admits The Fed Is Clueless