Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
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The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Market Volatility Rising Amid Conflict in Iran
Investor confidence is being tested even as market behavior continues to track historical presidential‑cycle patterns.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
In the Markets Now: Scattered Thoughts on Gold
Gold is up 110% over two years — why, and why now?
Five for Friday – March 6, 2026
Ross looks at how war affects the market and gas prices – and then touches on recent signs that economic activity is up.
In the Markets Now: The Reserve Currency
Ross provides looks at the fears that the dollar will lose its reserve status and sheds light on why it's unlikely to happen.
Five for Friday – May 15, 2026
Ross examines the traits of this bull market and responds to concerns that continued market strength is too good to be true.
In the Markets Now: 2,025 Things for 2025
Ross presents 8 themes heading into the new year, provides perspective to investors, and has a little fun with arithmetic.
Key Takeaways from Strategas Research Areas - May 2025
Strategas provides a comprehensive snapshot of current market and economic conditions through their six research areas.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
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