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Weekend Reading 3/24/12

Published on March 24, 2012, 7:55 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

Q: How many central bank economists does it take to screw in a light bulb?

A: Just one — he holds the light bulb and the whole earth revolves around him.

Gee, no one saw this coming. A technical recession in the eurozone?

So that’s how it happened…The SEC Rule That Broke Wall Street.

There’s something happening here…What the Heck is Happening with the VIV and VXX? …what it is ain’t exactly clear.

“I’m a walking economy,” a man was overheard to say. “My hairline’s in recession, my waist is a victim of inflation, and together they’re putting me in a deep depression.”

Okay, if that tune is still stuck in your head… For What It’s Worth!

These 52 Stocks Will Win From The Coming Massive Bull Market. Can I get a guarantee with that?

That’s incredible! Japanese fishing boat lost at sea in tsunami found off Canada.

Oh no, not today :-( Bats Global IPO Turns Ugly.

Another bubble! The Real Meaning of $1 Trillion in Student Loans.

“They say gasoline could be $6 a gallon. But the good news is the White House says President Obama is aware of the problem, and will continue to talk about it between fundraisers.” — Jay Leno

Weekend Reading 3/10/12

Published on March 10, 2012, 8:31 am in Book Review and reading. Closed Tags: .

The head of Regal Entertainment says as the recession gets worse, more people are coming to the movies…. Because nothing helps you forget your troubles like a $5 Sprite.

The Bull Market Turns Three. Where’s the Party? And if you missed it, You’re Not Alone.

Wow, I didn’t hear this number. . . One Measure Puts February Job Creation at 879,000

Good News! The Unemployment Rate Didn’t Change!

Watch it, you bad high-frequency traders! US bourses to fine HFT data-cloggers.

Will we get the Greece off our hands? ISDA declares Greek credit event, CDS payments triggered.

Powerful stuff! How to be Creative and Imagine: How Creativity Works …can’t wait to read the book! Should be seeing it on my Kindle next week.

“anyone can innovate—-and why a hot shower, a cold beer or a trip to your colleague’s desk might be the key to your next big idea.”

Weekend Reading 5/7/11

Published on May 7, 2011, 8:08 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

“In a stunning flip-flop, the White House says it will not release the photo of bin Laden. Now we have to wait for Donald Trump to force them to release it.”

You’ve read about how I complain about the low volume. Well…. Think Volumes Are Low Now? Wait Till Citi Dries Up.

You gotta start someplace: 10 rules for rookie day traders.

And more stuff to know: Why Amateurs Should Invest in Common Stocks.

And here’s how it all ends: 93-year old still trading.

Silver, gold, oil and more… Commodity Prices Plunge.

Just think if the DOJ shut down the stock market! Busted!

What’s your trading plan? They Say – You Cannot Time The Stock Market.

Remember the flash: The Crash That Never Was, and this too: The May 6, 2010 market error.

Republicans start worrying… Obama’s Big Week.

Watch Donald Trump get lambasted at the White House Correspondents Dinner 2011. He didn’t look very happy.

The market may be bad, but I slept like a baby last night. I woke up every hour and cried.

Weekend Reading 4/16/11

Published on April 16, 2011, 3:12 pm in reading. Closed Tags: .

“Joe Biden apparently fell asleep during President Obama’s speech on reducing national debt yesterday. Now Joe Biden can embarrass the President without even opening his mouth.” — Jay Leno

Oh shit! 25 Reasons To Be Absolutely Disgusted With The U.S. Economy.

Are you a C trader? Is the Citi Stock Split Bad for Options?

What’s going on with VIX? Seems like it should be more volatile. More thoughts on what’s behind low volatility.

And more VIX stuff…This VIX Divergence is Bullish (For Now).

Don’t confuse your political opinions with investing. Can Investors Survive the End of QE II?.

And more QE2 stuff….Three Things I Think I Think.

Braggart! Introducing the Most Powerful Stock Charts on Earth.

Ok, OpEx is over, now what? Coming Next Week: More Earnings, Housing Data

“The Bravo Network has canceled ‘Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.’ At last a government shutdown we can feel good about.” — Jay Leno

Weekend Reading 4/9/11

Published on April 9, 2011, 7:32 am in reading. Closed Tags: , .

“We’re heading for a government shutdown. This is serious. Without the government who will fail to inspect our airplanes? Who will fail to secure our borders? Who will put us 14 trillion dollars in debt?” — Jay Leno

We’re off to see the wizard….. Deal to Cut $38 Billion Averts Shutdown.

Grab a piece of pie! The Budget Pie Illustrated. 38 billion sounds like a lot, but relative to the whole pie, it’s just crumbs!

Ingredients for the pie: Your Short Course On Why The US Is Screwed.

Kudos To Paul Ryan And The GOP For Acknowledging Our Budget Mess.

Gold, Silver And Oil Are All Skyrocketing And That Is Bad News For The U.S. Economy.

Bernanke sounds an alarm on clearing.

Looking for a job Is America Becoming The Land Of The Part-Time Job?

You can make a lot of money in “Stupid Town”.

Watch that computer you’re on! Mass ‘scareware’ attack hits 1.5M websites, still spreading.

The market is weird. Every time one guy sells, another one buys, and they both think they’re smart.

Weekend Reading 4/2/11

Published on April 2, 2011, 7:49 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

Why do the alphabet song and twinkle, twinkle little star have the same tune?

How to Tell if your Financial Advisor is an Asshole.

Now this is funny…Fed to Allow Self-Printing of U.S. Currency….unless it comes true!

19 Reasons Why The Federal Reserve Is At The Heart Of Our Economic Problems.

An options example: Darwin Favors the Evolving Options Trader.

How good are those NFP numbers? Lates Job Readings Will Not Have An Immediate Affect On The Monetary Policy Outlook.

4 Bullish Liquidity Indicators.

April is usually a pretty good month: April Slightly Bullish?…but after a very good 1st quarter will this hold true?

More Buffet/Sokol sh!t: Dealpolitik: Does Buffett’s Defense of Sokol Make Sense?

Watch that computer you’re on! Mass ‘scareware’ attack hits 1.5M websites, still spreading.

Why did you just try singing those two songs above?

Weekend Reading 3/26/11

Published on March 26, 2011, 7:19 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

Did you ever notice: When you put the two words “The” and “IRS” together, they spell “THEIRS”?

Rich vs Poor: 14 Funny Statistics And 14 Not So Funny Statistics About This “Economic Recovery”.

Hope you’ve got your new car already: Japan Quake May Cut Global Auto Output by About 30%, IHS Says.

Is the market is becoming less volatile on pullbacks? Not All Black Swans are Black Swans.

Can’t remember the last time I actually mailed a letter: U.S. Postal Service Cutting 7,500 Jobs, Closing 7 Offices.

So what does he really think? Charles Plosser Speaks On The Fed’s “Exit”.

It was a week for techs: IT earnings boost market confidence

Doesn’t he talk too much already? Fed to Take a Step Out From Behind the Veil.

Jobs, jobs, jobs: Week Ahead: Markets Turn Focus Back to Economy and Jobs.

COMMISSION: The only reliable way to make money on the stock market.

Weekend Reading 3/19/11

Published on March 19, 2011, 8:59 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

“The situation is deteriorating in Libya and Japan and the stock market is collapsing worldwide. President Obama finally took decisive action. He named Duke, Kansas, Ohio State and Pittsburgh as his Final Four.” — Jay Leno

Think like a fish: Why messaging traders are like scared fish.

The Big Market Worry: Investor Overreaction.

I gotta pee….Full Bladder, Better Decisions? Controlling Your Bladder Decreases Impulsive Choices.

Inflation of deflation, neither can be very good. Why inflation hurts more than it did 30 years ago.

There’s no infaltion, unless of course you travel and eat. Economic Fears Spike as Gas, Food Prices Rise.

They’re baaack!! Bank Dividends Are Here! Here’s the List.

Next week: Week Ahead: Markets Grapple With Uncertainty.

“Due to the recession, there are now 15,000 fewer lawyers in the U.S. No one ever talks about the good things that come from a recession.” — Jay Leno

Weekend Reading 3/5/11

Published on March 5, 2011, 11:48 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

Sell when you can, not when you have to.

More jobs? Or are people just giving up? US jobless rate falls to 8.9% in February.

China losing its glow? Chinese IPO Risk on U.S. Markets Tops American Corporations, Options Show.

If you haven’t read this yet…you should! Secrets of a Pivot Boss: Revealing Proven Methods for Profiting in the Market.

The following presentation is controversial and may be offensive to some audiences.When the shit hits the fan.

Why Twitter Matters to a Financial Advisor. Follow me on Twitter and/or StockTwits!

Obama-care at work: Health Care Premiums Soar as Coverage Shrinks.

Everything you wanted to know about….Social Networking Past, Present, Future.

I’m never wrong on a call, but sometimes I’m too early!

Weekend Reading 2/26/11

Published on February 26, 2011, 11:26 am in reading. Closed Tags: .

The market is weird. Every time one guy sells, another one buys, and they both think they’re smart.

Oh no! Stagflation 2011: Why It Is Here And Why It Is Going To Be Very Painful.

Don’t! Why Panic Sellers Could Be Sorry.

Are they really? Why is Barnes & Noble performing well as a business while Borders is in bankruptcy?

This is not good. 15 Signs The U.S. Housing Market Is Headed For Complete And Total Collapse.

So, is there really a recovery going on? 18 Sobering Facts Which Prove That The Middle Class Is Not Being Included In This “Economic Recovery”.

Would a sex change help the unemployed? Despite Recent ‘Mancovery,’ It’s Still a ‘Mancession’.

Well….What Exactly Is a Green Weenie Anyhow?

Stocks to watch: Momentum Stocks For Next Week.

Q: Why did God create stock analysts ?
A: In order to make weather forecasters look good.