Apr

28

Go Green and See More Greenbacks

April 28, 2009 | 3 Comments

People all over the world are waking up to the fact that now is the time to do all we can to save the environment, that it’s cool to be going green today, and that we can gain a lot personally (financially and emotionally) by initiating eco-friendly measures.

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Apr

21

Bear Rally Refuses To Die But Don’t Get Carried Away

April 21, 2009 | 1 Comment

In case it is not glaringly obvious to you, the bear rally is still alive. Fundamentals have taken a back seat as investors continue to buy into the recovery story. The rationale goes like this - the stock market is a barometer for the future and investors buy stocks based on future earnings power. If there are indications the economy is about to turn the corner, it is wise to invest heavily six to months in advance.

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Apr

15

Credit Card Debts - Triggering off another credit crunch?

April 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Credit card debts are an increasing cause of concern and many are of the opinion that after subprime lending, credit card defaults is the second largest cause of the already existing economic slump. Defaults related to use of plastic money is adding fuel to fire.

Apr

10

Bullish Days Ahead But Bear Is Lying In Wait For The Kill

April 10, 2009 | 3 Comments

We are into the fifth week of upswing in the stock market. While stock valuations remain attractive for value investors, the market is overbought and a major correction is overdue.

Apr

1

Financial Regulation Only As Good As The Enforcer

April 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Andrew Jackson illustrated his disdain towards international bankers in 1832 with this eloquent excerpt:
“Gentlemen, I have had men watching you for a long time, and I am convinced that you have used the funds of the bank to speculate in the breadstuffs of the country. When you won, you divided the profits amongst you, and when […]