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AND, for today only (Wednesday, April 16, 6 pm); although you've probably already looked. Decent gains in light of recent events. Bonds acted a bit more 'normal', relative to the equities sell off today. ADD: Fed. Chair Powell stated today, that the…
I read the description at the site. It only mentions the 'learning impaired' mode. It appears there is a 'dumb down' switch in the back for those in need. @Derf , you wouldn't need this feature, nor the vast majority here.
@hank Thanks.....Talking President Predictor.
This should/would require a Wi-Fi enabled device in order to perform 'firmware burn' or 'flash update' in order to keep the message up to date. One would expect to have to 'flash' the firmware several …
Lawrence O Donnell, on MSNBC. We watch his program every night. A most knowledgeable and scholarly gentleman. We discussed some of his background in OT last year. He's been there and done that.....West Wing, the tv series stands out; among many achi…
The UST's found basis point increases (higher yields) in the range of .20 - 50 last week, for the shorter duration through the long duration. This Monday morning finds lower yields in the .05 basis point area. So, a small victory as of 9pm, Monday m…
It's time to start calling for Godzilla (Gojira (ゴジラ). We really need his help.
I noted in the first post of this thread:
--- MINT, The Pimco Enhanced Short Duration, etf; had the first price down days (Last Friday and last Monday) since late …
I'll add 'YUP' to this...........
From October 1993 to November 1994 US 10-year yields climbed from 5.2% to just over 8.0% fueled by concerns about federal spending in what became informally known as the "Great Bond Massacre." With some guidance fr…
April 9, 2025 at 10pm EST
2, 5, 10 and 30 year Treasury issues are indicating decently lower yields (price appreciation) and hopefully maintaining and improving going into Thursday trading.
The yield increases from late last night have settled down a bit to about one half from the high point. At least a little relief.
Equity, bonds and US$ down, simultaneous. OUCH !!!
And China announced a 'screw you, too' policy of a 84% tariff incr…
A good idea. I was about to post this link, but this a good place to land.
I've used this site page for general interest, but moreso during times of markets 'duress'.
The page is at 'price', but one may select 'performance' and 'technical' without…
Hi @Charles The administration and friends started a 'war' and none of the friends want to raise a hand about reconsideration.
The U.S. government (not we citizens) has declared economic war with all countries. There are a lot of folks globally who…
Hi @msf
I check numerous items at the weekend, too. SPAXX at Fido had 3.98%. I write all of this stuff down on a weekly work sheet for reference.
FDRXX was 4.06 and FZDXX was 4.16%. These were Sunday morning numbers.
An excellent summation:
President Reagan's short radio broadcast speech from 1987, regarding the major problems with tariffs. This is 2 minutes, of the 5 minute speech. Select CC for larger text, for those who are hearing impaired.
LINK HERE.
The 'Hands Off' location for us was very well attended. A very decent turnout for a smaller population area with some folks driving about 60 miles from small rural areas. Importantly too, is that there was a decent turnout of younger folks; which is…
Hi @larryB We'll be there; but yes, all should be somewhat anxious regarding the crazies. They didn't have a problem trying to kidnap and 'off' the Governor. And we're not punk kids anymore, related to physical abilities.
ADD: This fella and his …
So long ago, but also for very serious reasons. We'll be curious about the age group now, at the area we travel to. Too many of us from the old days are now gone, using walkers or otherwise impaired.
Sadly, one large concern is the real crazies in …
Keep in mind........the above link will refresh with every market business day, AND updates throughout a business day . A decent graphic link to save for home use.
Remain curious,
Catch
Hi @hank
Only ice here is in a grass of Dewars. Cheers!
Cheers, indeed...........how many empty 'grasses' were in the line when you wrote this??? :) :) :)
@Old_Joe Crash
The Mackinac Bridge was closed initially for excessive wind and then the ice on the 5 mile long super structure. The main danger is when the ice melts and bombs the bridge deck in large chunks. One doesn't want to be driving the bri…
NOTE: This is the FINAL report for 'The week that was'. All numbers for the shortened week and final totals for the 2024 year ending data is accurate, to the best of my knowledge, from sources.
FOR YOUR USE: Most of you are familiar with M* and the…
Hi @Old_Joe. That was a 'word test' to help determine cognitive skills. And you, kind SIR , are at the top of the excellence scale. Have a glass of wine with my blessings. :) Be sure your dear spouse knows that "I said so".
ADD #1: SOME BOND funds had distributions this week, which should be reflected in this weeks numbers, as provided by their sources.
ADD #2: This is directed towards possibilities into the new government period arriving January 20, and monetary/f…
Hi @MrRuffles
Thank you for this inclusion here. We had watched a discussion on a news program about this favorable section of the bill for the co-president elect.
Hi @Observant1
Thank you again. This particular program is worth at least one and perhaps two views for full absorption; depending on one's mood or schedule this holiday period.
Remain curious,
Catch
I've placed this comment here for a wide exposure and not a real buy/sell statement. Don't yell at me too much.
Depending upon one's available viewed tv stations, this 30 second ad pops up often. It is a full on marketing ploy, aimed mostly (IMHO)…
Thanks @AndyJ for finding a current (less than 1 day old) write about this legislation. This article clears the confusion about the bill going back to the House for another vote. I wasn't able to finish viewing C-SPAN as to what took place.
We watc…
Hi @sma3
xxx(The pediatric cancer research funding was indeed cut from the spending bill.)xxx
CORRECTION: My initial write on this is incorrect, apologies. I had followed voting on C-SPAN and missed this.
The pediatric cancer research funding w…
ADD: A reported gauge monitored by the FED, the PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) slowed somewhat, may have helped support positive pricing on Friday for bond NAVs, via lower yields.
ADD #2: MANY BOND funds had distributions this week, which…
@FD1000 U.S. house speaker Johnson had obtained a bi-partisan agreement with the U.S. Senate, being both Republican and Democrat; as well as the Democrat house. Mr. Musk and Mr. Trump intervened, with Mr. Musk presenting numerous postings on 'X' r…
@FD1000
I'm sure the proclamation by Mr. Trump had impact upon the markets for December 18.
You, of all people; should be fully aware that bonds, notes, bills and other forms of credit are the 'lubrication' that allows the smooth flow of 'cash' that…
After one month of being on the edge, a new NO confidence vote today (Dec. 16) has thumped the German government. Europe is having a nasty period, too.
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