Warren Buffett is the most successful investor of all time. He is also one of the richest humans on the planet. Mr. Buffett recently retired from his position as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, he handed over the compounding reigns to Canadian Greg Abel. Berkshire shares rose 5,502,284% (5.5 million percent) during this six-decade, 60-year period. A $1,000 […]
My market predictions for 2026 – I don’t have a clue.
Tis the season for investing geniuses to offer their predictions for 2026. If history and their track record is any guide they will miss the mark by more than the mark. It will be like a major league pitcher winding up 60’6″ from the barn and missing the barn. In hockey framing it will be […]
Enjoy those lower stock prices, honestly.
Volatility has returned in a big way. With volatility comes lower stock prices, and that can be good news if you know how to harness your emotions. Lower stock prices can help you build incredible wealth. But learning how to stay the course through market corrections and bear markets is essential. Understanding how the stock […]
The market gives Trump the thumbs down in the first quarter.
While Donald Trump is quick to give the thumbs up sign, the markets returned the gesture with a big thumbs down. U.S. stock markets are down smartly in the first quarter of 2025. Meanwhile International stocks are the new kid in town in 2025. Money is experiencing a mass emigration. International developed market stocks are […]
Show me the money stocks, on the Sunday Reads.
The Wall Street Journal offers that the magnificent 7 are so last year. Cash cows are the new Kings. A WSJ article looks at ETFs that seek out the most cash flow rich companies. Free cash flow is generally defined as money left over after expenses and capital expenditures that a company can return to […]
The best year-to-date for U.S. stocks, in decades. Plus, the Sunday Reads.
U.S. stocks as represented by the S&P 500 have gained over 23% in 2024. That’s the best performance in 24 years. It’s the 13th best start, ever. In 1997, Bill Clinton was President, OJ Simpson was in court, Harry Potter is published, Netflix is founded, Steve Jobs is named the interim CEO of Apple. Yes, […]