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@BaluBalu I look at its chart and can not figure out why it does not get love in this forum. Any thoughts? Looks better than FBCG to my eye.
Lots of choices in large growth, be it etf's, mutual funds or an index. A LOT of choices period when lookin…
Hi @Old_Joe Ah, Ted. He surely thought he had his own personal kingdom here. At some point in his life, he may have been a gracious person, but not here. I tolerated his crap against me, as I had known and worked with others of his mold. The worst…
@Observant1 When I look at the MFO page of discussion choices (I always start and use 'recent discussions', on the subject line, to the 'right' of 'time' of the last post, I still read 'Technical Discussions'. Perhaps this is a pc/mobile browser ci…
Yes, for me using a laptop; if that matters. My MFO page has always been the page that lists 'Start New Discussion' with a full list of all other choices listed below.
***** If you have a credible source for the actions within the bond markets this week, please share here; if you are willing.
ADD: There remains global warfare; and a few new adds this week. Perhaps there is some form of flight to safety.
NOTE: My…
@hank The link is set for Troy, MI zip code (48085). This is a very decent site to use in finding vehicles. With the zip code as set, the first page with the below link will allow you to choose MAKE and MODEL, then SEARCH. The next page will displ…
* Writes from others a few years ago (not picking on GM)
GM has had issues with all of their small (< 1.8L) turbos. A lot of the issues have to do with oil coking in the lines that lead to oil starvation to the turbo. Oil coking happens when hot…
I don't give much thought to J.D. Powers notations, as it relies on owner input, which I suspect is infrequent and/or random. I prefer to 'ask' the mechanics.
At J.D. Power, we base our independent and unbiased ratings, reviews, and awards on detai…
Although most of us are busy with 'everything'; I had hoped that BaluBalu would have provided a bit of background for the '20 somethings' he speaks with to know about their 'scholarship' of learning. This age group could have a 'master's degree' in…
@WABAC I try to have some personal answers to bond pricing moves. The events in Ukraine may have caused some action. I also saw a blip about Long Duration bond holders (pension funds, etc.) wanting to hold LD with the existing yields.
I still feel…
Hi @Observant1
I've tried to help and push some folks over many years dealing with their bad habits, with their money . There have been a few success stories. I'm pleased about that.
The below book has been a gift, over the years, on several occasi…
Thank you, bee.
Two of the new edition 3 books are already in place, as gifts, for two family members in their mid-20's who are already reading books about a family budget/spending and personal finance (investing). They're placing some monies into t…
***** CWB in the list, indicates a + 3.02% gain for the week. I can not find any data that relates to this large gain.
NOTE: My intention, at this time; is to present the data for the selected bond sectors, as listed; through the end of the year (…
@BaluBalu
Their foreign policy sucks. Immediately after they came to power they started meddling in the affairs of other countries, including India, and bullied democratically elected heads of Governments of some of these countries, including orch…
Hi @Sven Choose one of the items from the list I post and I'll post where and what for my data info and the sites. Not a big mystery site, but I can add links and what I review.
Catch
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 ???
