Stock Markets in War, Ceasefire, or Problematic Negotiations
Rapidly developing war-related negative sentiment sinks global stock markets. Then, a reversal and a powerful rally occur. The S&P makes a new high in record time. How to see this volatility? What I do with stock vol.
Nero’s Rome Burned; America Is Burning Now
Only a political ignoramus can ignore the burning up of the planet.
The Hormuz Siege
Is it a blockade or is it a siege? These are forms of war not usually examined by the current crop of younger financial market agents. We advise studying history of sieges and their connection to economics.
Utah Now the Epicenter of America’s Measles Epidemic
This is a quick note about Utah and the measles outbreak there. If your family is not vaxed, do you really want to take your children to Utah for a summer vacation?
Hormuz Hope? An Update
As the great economist, philosopher, and sage Yogi Berra wrote on the baseball: “It ain’t over till it’s over.”
Trade-Off: Nukes vs. Gasoline?
It’s not over. The Hormuz Hope Rally was problematic.
The Coming RFK Jr. Health Recession Part 4
RFK Jr.’s policies and appointments do economic damage while they increase sickness and raise mortality. Details follow.
Iran Ceasefire Quick Note
We can all follow the unfolding situation. Biased media reports range from extreme-right praise to extreme-left criticism. But one question is fundamental!
Stocks from Liberation Day to Iran War
We look at diverse stock charts for perspective about the market’s roller coaster ride of the last year. Where things go from here is an open question. And we recall “the Greeks.”
Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna and the Russians
I have watched this FL politician from nearby Sarasota. I’m appalled by the decisions Rep. Luna makes. This time, IMO, she went too far. So, be silent? Or speak up?