It’s still February, and cold. But the fruit trees are coming to life.
Yesterday, Continue reading “First Signs Of Spring”
Why I Don’t Use Money Management / Tracking / Budgeting Websites
It all sounds so helpful… one website that can track all of your accounts in one place, give you status and Continue reading “Why I Don’t Use Money Management / Tracking / Budgeting Websites”
Who Causes Market Volatility?
It happens every day of the year, but once the markets start getting volatile, it gets worse and Continue reading “Who Causes Market Volatility?”
Shareowner Online Sold
The second largest transfer agent in the U.S., Shareowner Online, Continue reading “Shareowner Online Sold”
Why Would Kim Jong Un want to eliminate his half brother Kim Jong Nam?
The facts as known
On February 13, 2017, as reported in the news, Kim Jong Nam, half brother of Kim Jong Un, was killed Continue reading “Why Would Kim Jong Un want to eliminate his half brother Kim Jong Nam?”
The Berlin Wall is So Over
As it happens, this week the Berlin Wall has now been gone as long as it was up.
The wall existed from August 1961 to November 1989. More than 28 years and two months.
November 1989 till this week is 28 years two months.
I am surprised I didn’t see any news items about this.
Update February 13, 2018. This topic finally made the front page of the New York Times website.
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And About This Weather…
The weather ever changes, doesn’t it? From a low of 37°F (January 20), to a high of 81°F (February 3), things have been Continue reading “And About This Weather…”
What Are Realistic Dividends?
You mentioned that dividends can sometimes be too low or too high. I understand what is too low: zero, obviously. But what is too high? And why would it matter? Wouldn’t high dividends be better than average dividends? — M.K.
The Best Oatmeal. Ever.
Happened twice in one week. Having lunch with friends, and during our conversations, Continue reading “The Best Oatmeal. Ever.”
Stock Buybacks and Insider Selling
Since company managements often act in their own best interests, I have wondered if Continue reading “Stock Buybacks and Insider Selling”