VIX Fear Index Could Drive the Next Big Trend in Stocks Posted by Michael Carr | Aug 21, 2020 | Chart of the Day VIX, aka the Fear Index, measures the expected volatility in the stock market. And U.S. presidential elections drive VIX higher. Read More
Finance Isn’t Always as Sophisticated as We Think Posted by Michael Carr | Aug 20, 2020 | Chart of the Day The LIBOR scandal was an unsophisticated scheme to cheat in pursuit of profits. When regulators don’t do the right thing, it costs consumers. Read More
Sell in August and Go Away? Worst 6 Months Are Hitting Their Worst 6 Weeks Posted by Michael Carr | Aug 19, 2020 | Chart of the Day “Sell in May and go away” is a popular Wall Street adage. Conventional wisdom says we should sell... Read More
This Overlooked Industry Holds the Key to Recovery Posted by Michael Carr | Aug 18, 2020 | Chart of the Day Working from home isn’t a viable option for many workers — including day care providers. Overlooked day care jobs hold the key to recovery. Read More
Danger Ahead: Smart Money Is Not Buying Like It’s 1890 Posted by Michael Carr | Aug 17, 2020 | Chart of the Day Someone is buying stocks now — and the economy has rarely been this bad. But “smart money” isn’t what’s pushing up stocks. Read More