Before starting any project it’s often worth checking in with the experts. People who have already done the background work; have had successes and failures; know what works and doesn’t work and are now efficiently engaged in the project upon which you are about to embark. Here we look at quotes from people in the investment world:… Continue Reading
When it comes to learning how to invest in the stock market, who better to take tips from than “one of the world’s most powerful investors….Warren Buffet.” Over the years, the Berkshire Hathaway CEO has given his tips for stock market investors: 2017 “The best thing with stocks, actually, is to buy them consistently over… Continue Reading
For the first time since the 2018 fiscal crisis, the hedge fund industry is contracting. According to BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, this has resulted in the occurrence of a “mini 2008-2009 . . . We saw a massive amount of deleveraging” from hedge funds.” HFR President Kenneth Heinz said: “Hedge fund outflows in Q4 were driven by several factors,… Continue Reading
According to Miller Tabak Equity Strategist Matt Maley, the company is now “roaring back” from its fiscal crisis of $6.66. He said: “We were able to hold that 2009 low and that should … limit the downside at least over the near term. However, we’re going to have to see a lot more work and… Continue Reading
If we are to trust Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, then we will be able to believe there is a “remarkably positive outlook” for the US economy. With unemployment at 3.9 percent and inflation at 2% which is pretty much the Fed’s goal, Powell explained: “While these two top-line statistics do not always… Continue Reading
It was written a year ago but it’s still completely relevant for today. An article in Forbes by Abram Brown: 75 Quotes on Business From America’s Top Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs quoted include: Martha Stewart, Marc Benioff, Dan Gilbert, Eric Schmidt, Sara Blakely and many more. A snippet of the quotes: “No business school graduate would recommend… Continue Reading
Investment tycoon Warren Buffet recently shared an exclusive clip from his letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, in which he lists the “fundamentals of investing”. Fortune Magazine shared Buffet’s points with the following bullets: You don’t need to be an expert in order to achieve satisfactory investment returns. But if you aren’t, you must recognize your… Continue Reading
US stocks had an extremely positive year last year, but 2014 has already begun to shows signs of unpredictability. Reactions are mixed, with some claiming a correction is imminent while others believe the market can still improve. A more recent concern is of contagion from emerging markets. CIO at JP Morgan Private Bank Richard Madigan… Continue Reading
Cities across the United States have been struggling with frigid temperatures, snow and ice, and the unusually harsh weather has had an impact on numerous industries and markets across the continent. According to Morningstar‘s Jamie Katz, the weather may also have a negative effect on retail this spring if retailers are forced to offer discounts… Continue Reading
Jim Baer, a senior director of Data Science with LinkedIn, recently discussed what he considers the four keys to data-driven business. He explained that data today can and should have a tremendous impact on a company’s success. Though every business varies, and getting involved in the data world appears a daunting task, companies can benefit… Continue Reading