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Jim Rogers stealing my thunder? GOLD!

I can’t help but admire anyone who rides a bike for long distances, and Jim Rogers is one of those who takes the cake. I met him in Scotland at the Chartered Financial Analysts Institute’s Annual Conference (2010). Although my … Continue reading

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Everyone expects a correction; they just haven’t caused one yet!

The release of data that is unexpected can be disruptive to markets as we’ve just experienced, but what causes even more volatility is the impact of surprising data releases on investor expectations.  Bear markets caused by recessions are easier to … Continue reading

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Financial system leakage, Bill Gross & Chevy Chase.

The best quote I’ve seen to explain what the financial system is suffering went like this: …”nobody knows how much monetary easing is too much.  The shrinkage (makes me think of a Seinfeld episode…giggle) in global liquidity as a result … Continue reading

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