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“THE NEW TITANS”

It is a volatile time in the markets so I thought that I would give our loyal readers a break from my writing and share some research by an organization that we respect greatly; The Economist magazine.

During volatile markets, such as the ones that we often experience in September and October, it helps us to focus on the long term perspective, and to determine where the world economy is heading over the longer period. The September 16th edition of The Economist has written an excellent special section, covering just that area. I suggest that you all read it.

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VOLATILITY IS OUR FRIEND

VOLATILITY IS OUR FRIEND

WHY DO WE ENJOY VOLATILITY?

We do not like or dislike volatility, we are neutral to fluctuations. We do, however, like opportunity, and volatility often creates opportunity. In fact, I would go so far as to say volatility usually creates opportunity.

How does this happen? Human nature is driven by greed and fear, among many other motivating influences. However, the insecurities that lead to greed and fear are more urgent in many people, and greed and fear motivate more personal behavioral volatility.

If the markets are volatile, you can be certain that some people are . . .
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THE TRUTH IS THE TRUTH, AND THE SPIN IS JUST SPIN

THE TRUTH IS THE TRUTH, AND THE SPIN IS JUST SPIN

Investors who learn the truth and ignore or avoid the spin make the money. Those who don’t get to the truth or who listen to and believe the spin are going to have a hard time.

Our job is to separate the truth from the spin.

To do this you need to:

A. Be thorough, and willing to research issues deeply. B. Be willing to ignore most of what you hear in the popular media and from the political and financial establishment in every country. C. Have the . . .
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