Earlier this month, Pokémon Go took the augmented reality world by storm, sending throngs of folks into the streets hunting monsters. In his latest article for TheStreet.com John Reese, CEO…
Trading Strategies: Man or Machine?
Investing is an emotional business. Many argue that setting aside our human-ness can be the best ally against making ill-fated investment decisions. And, while in many facets of life turning…
Are Index Funds Passive Aggressive?
“The index provider is becoming more of a stock picker,” said Rodney Comegys, head of investments for Asia Pacific at Vanguard Group (which oversees more than $3 trillion in primarily…
Financial Stocks to Consider (While We’re Waiting for the Fed)
The financial markets have more or less stabilized in the wake of Brexit, but we seem to be in a holding pattern while the Fed ponders a rates shift. In…
Debating with the Oracle of Omaha
It’s tough to argue with one of the most legendary investors of all time, but Paul Merriman (founder of Seattle-based Merriman Wealth Management) apparently takes exception with some of Warren…
Grant Goes Heavy Metal
If you were to ask Jim Grant, the seasoned and sage founder of Grant’s Interest Rate Observer, where the markets are headed, you wouldn’t hear many minced words. During a…
Forget Asset Allocation, says Glenmede’s CEO
Stock-picking is still in vogue with Gordon Fowler, CEO of the $24 billion Glenmede Trust fund. A recent Barron’s article describes the process employed by his team. “Every morning, Fowler…
The Forecaster and the Dart-Throwing Chimp
The ability to predict the future sounds pretty enticing, but few (if any) are any good at it. In 2005, Wharton professor Philip Tetlock studied how ‘experts’ did at forecasting,…
Glassman: Worrying About the Next Recession Won’t Help
The tenacity of the current bull market begs the obvious question as to when it will end and, as we approach the election, uncertainly is heightened by recent lackluster GDP…
Steve Cohen's Head Performance Coach Talks Portfolio Manager Mindset
As the PGA tour winds down and the Olympic Games approach, it seems only fitting to share some perspective on the investment world from a famous sports psychologist. Dr. Gio…