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Hi @Observant1
Thank you. I'll chew on this video with Sunday morning coffee and a few pieces of toast to dunk into the hot coffee. An old habit from my Mom and my childhood years.
Hi @WABAC BaluBalu viewed the BOND page at 1:45 am, Saturday. I had placed a subject line note that the page was 'not ready for prime time' and that correct data would be loaded before noon today. He was commenting about one week 'OLD' data.
Your …
@BaluBalu
What you read/saw in the wee hours was a junk page, as I could not finish the report properly, and the page loaded without good data, until this morning corrections. The current report is now proper.
NOTE: My intention, at this time; is to present the data for the selected bond sectors, as listed; through the end of the year (2024). This 'end date' will take us through the U.S. elections period, pending actions/legislation dependent upon the …
@BaluBalu
I've never made such a statement; so I don't know the 'guys' you noted.
Full checks and balances are required for a 'Rule of Law' state to function.
End of Message.
Thank you @msf Ah yes, the T-account. Reminds me of the touch tone phone trades with the F.A.S.T. system and the introduction of the Select funds that could be traded with hourly pricing. The mid-80's was a busy and progressive period for Fidelity.…
@BaluBalu
So, is this what you favor ???
Absolute monarchy is a form of monarchy in which the sovereign is the sole source of political power, unconstrained by constitutions, legislatures or other checks on their authority.
I'll place this link again, if you haven't saved it for viewing. Take a peek, for some of today's action.
ADD: you may use the link to follow the sectors markets when the U.S. markets are open. One may bookmark this page or save the link to your e…
@Mark HA !!! When I first read what you wrote, I thought you were noting that @Old_Joe had a previous life and he already knows the story. Not that I don't believe in a previous life.
Reportedly, Vanguard has about 20,000 employees; although not a concern, for quality of service, at this house, as we don't travel to Vanguard for our own investments.
I will take credit for about $8.5 million of Fidelity's asset base from many ind…
@BaluBalu
FINI........MBB is on the list, just below LQD
NOW, back to arranging leaf drop onto the lawn; from natures positioning and to get the big mulch job while temps and no rain remain in my part of the state, and before the 5:20pm sunset......…
A one time special reflection for Veterans Day, Monday, November 11: I self-salute and to those who served.
The bond markets will be closed for normal trading on Monday.
NOTE: My intention, at this time; is to present the data for the selected…
Hi @Old_Joe
I had a better tariff products list from 5 years ago, that included items that would be common for construction (in the U.S.) of a riding lawn tractor, and related products. Most of the switches and mechanical assemblies that are needed,…
So, the article writer feels there is no concern from the president elect, as regards to what has been said by him, regarding many wide reaching areas for/of the functions within the government and society. Hmmmm. Presidency, house and senate in ful…
@Chang.....I'm surprised to read your note directed at only one political party: who would be a puppet for a secret committee comprised of the likes of Obama, Clinton, Pelosi, Schumer, Soros and Gates
I've been around long enough in this country a…
Initial thoughts, then away to an appointment this A.M.; with a full RED U.S. government pending.
IMO, the Presidential lose and all other positions is the 'not ready for a women in power'. Too many macho men not willing to cede power to the governm…
@hank This is the FINVIZ futures at 9:45pm, Tuesday. Many RED's spread around various sectors. But, doesn't really mean much right now, IMHO.
AND what about CSPAN or PBS ???
We all have so many ways and tv networks for viewing elections returns and announcements.
AP news services has a good reputation for determinations of 'calling' results and winners. The link below will provide a page with various choices for viewing…
@hank
Well, I agree; my songs were not from 'South Pacific' or 'Doris Day', etc themed.
I recall watching a few of these shows, but at the time, my work load was way too big; and I didn't have much tv time.
And Norman Lear changed the social fabri…
Hi @yogibearbull
Thank you for the correction, and yes.
Note to self: Do not watch U-M vs Oregon football and mix with any type of investment thoughts. :)
A one time special reflection for the markets at this time:
"VOTE FOR ME, AND I'LL SET YOU FREE"
A lyric section from 'Ball of Confusion', by The Temptations, 1970
NOTE: My intention, at this time; is to present the data for the selected bond …
Michigan voters passed a 'ballot proposal' for early voting (walk-in) in 2022, which is now part of the state constitution.
As noted below, in the 'official' description; communities have flex in establishing dates, be it, the election is only loca…
Hi @DennisBaran
This from Fidelity, would limit those here, from holding this investment.
Not available for individual purchase. This fund is provided to clients as an underlying investment in Fidelity Freedom Funds or certain asset management pr…
Hi @yogibearbull
Yes, absolutely dramatic. I've watched percentage changes in yields ranges as another view method; versus actual pricing.
In the Treasury yield chart link I include; the UST 10 year shows the measure.
--- Sept. 16 yield at 3.62%
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NOTE: My intention, at this time; is to present the data for the selected bond sectors, as listed; through the end of the year (2024). This 'end date' will take us through the U.S. elections period, pending actions/legislation dependent upon the ele…
@BaluBalu
It's not a timeline or timeframe; it is/was a timing problem with a perception of what I thought was going to become a rotation point for a period of time. It's time 'TMF', has not yet arrived. I will remain patient with this small positi…
Hi @WABAC
The 2% of the portfolio in TMF is only for playing, with the hope of making a profit on the sell. I fully expected the profit side to trigger a sell, quite a while ago. The investment will not go to 0 and/or become worthless and I should h…
Hi @BaluBalu
A potential report 'end date' will always be an open consideration.
As to TMF and EDV; well, we're seldom sure of what the 'pro' traders are attempting to do, eh? We've had about 2% of our portfolio in TMF for a few years, awaiting y…
@Old_Joe and @Mark If I recall properly, Mark; you and @Rono were in harms way for your military duties. Fortunately, my Vietnam era duties never placed me in war zones, mostly due to my work and security clearance levels.
One large irony for me …
Hi @Old_Joe A little story about a remote job location, too; as remote as your location; but with modern amenities. I really enjoyed your write.
This was my 'ride' 24 miles each direction when I worked (post USAF, 4 years) at the then Kwajalein Mi…
Well, this thread is a bit 'crashed' from original. But, good for mental health reasons. Hoping y'all don't mind.
@hank I did this link a few years ago, relative to the older tractors; and the sounds I recall on the farms of my neighbors.
I belie…
