I don’t normally read the USA Today but was traveling on business and a complimentary copy appeared at the doorstep of my hotel room every morning. Interestingly, an article appeared in the March 15, 2016 edition that reaffirmed the foundation of my investment philosophy. The article entitled, Most Fund Managers Not Hot Shots, appeared with a subtitle caption, Study:...Read More

Major market indexes have posted four consecutive weeks of gains, and are now more than seven percent above their February lows. What inspired the turnaround – was it an economic reversal, or a sign that revival was in the air?  Truth be told, it was actually more bad news. Weak global demand continued to plague...Read More