The third-quarter earnings season has gotten off to a better-than-expected start, but here’s why the numbers can be deceptive. Read More

The stock market is about to confront the reality check of corporate operating results. Here’s where the “expectations game” stands. Read More

Stocks are rising as investors set their sights on the beneficial developments they expect to occur after November 3. But in the interim, stay cautious. Read More

Indicators invariably get subjected to political spin, depending on party affiliation and policy agendas. Here’s an objective view of the latest numbers. Read More

The presidential contest is reaching a fever pitch, but investors should keep politics out of their portfolios and focus on financial fundamentals. Read More

Loose monetary policy is propping up the stock market, which is creating an army of undead companies. But you can make money from this horror show. Read More

As the election gets closer, the news gets wilder. At the same time, the pandemic is disrupting the economic status quo. Consider these hedges. Read More

President Trump’s hospitalization for COVID-19 injects enormous uncertainty into politics, the economy and financial markets. Here’s what it all means. Read More

The disconnect between economic reality and the stock market's advance continues. But the bond market is raising a red flag. Read More

The raucous Trump-Biden debate and the stalemate in Congress are spooking investors. Tune out the white noise and keep your eye on next year. Read More