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The Central Bank Experiment that's Destroying the Economy

The Central Bank Experiment that's Destroying the Economy

Addison Wiggin By Addison Wiggin
PostedSeptember 30, 2014

When it comes to central bankers and the global economy, you might say the inmates are running the asylum. Today, Addison Wiggin sits down with Jim Rickards to discuss the ever-changing world of finance, the likelihood of hyperinflation hitting the U.S., and the massive economic experiment being conducted by the world’s central bankers. Read on…

The Real Reason ISIS Wants You Dead

The Real Reason ISIS Wants You Dead

Laissez Faire By Chris Campbell
PostedSeptember 30, 2014

ISIS is a radical terrorist organization wreaking havoc across Northern Iraq. But its members come from all over the world – including many from Western Countries. The question no one’s asking is why… Why are foreigners flocking to the Middle East to fight alongside ISIS? And how far does Obama really want to go? Chris Campbell explores…

How to Trade October Volatility

How to Trade October Volatility

By Greg Guenthner
PostedSeptember 30, 2014

When it comes to the stock market, October gets a bad rap. It’s true, there have been some major crashes in October (ahem… Black Monday, Black Tuesday, etc.) but on a shorter timeline this month hasn’t been nearly as bad as you might think. Today, Greg Guenthner offers an optimistic look at the month investors love to hate. Read on…

What the Reboot of the US Budget Means for Your Money

What the Reboot of the US Budget Means for Your Money

By Byron King
PostedSeptember 29, 2014

Big government doesn’t come cheap. And right now the U.S. government is one of the biggest in history. So far the budget writers have been able to move money around to keep the machine moving. But as Byron King points out, that will soon become much more difficult. Read on for the full story…

Invest Like a Shark in the "New" Stock Market

Invest Like a Shark in the "New" Stock Market

By Wayne Mulligan
PostedSeptember 29, 2014

In the late ’90s, financial TV personalities like Jim Cramer became mega stars – often drawing more ratings the ESPN. But that was over 15 years ago… That couldn’t happen again, could it? Today, Wayne Mulligan details the new flock of personalities that are set to cash-in on a different kind of investment boom. Read on…

One Thing to Consider Before You Become a Whistleblower

One Thing to Consider Before You Become a Whistleblower

By Chris Campbell
PostedSeptember 29, 2014

Being a “whistleblower” is no easy task. Regardless of whom you’re blowing the whistle on, there’s bound to be a fair amount of risk involved… and that’s especially true if you’re going after the “powers that be.” But there’s more to it than that… And as Chris Campbell explains, none of it matters if you can’t protect yourself. Read on…

How to Spot a Market Top

How to Spot a Market Top

By Greg Guenthner
PostedSeptember 29, 2014

Last week was a rough one for most of the world’s markets. Investors saw red almost everywhere they looked. And that’s got a few media outlets ready to declare a top in stocks. Greg Guenthner explains why this line of thinking could be dangerous… and why, if you follow it, you could be doing your portfolio a disservice. Read on…

Forget Alibaba: China's Growth Story No One's Talking About

Forget Alibaba: China's Growth Story No One's Talking About

By Byron King
PostedSeptember 26, 2014

While everyone’s been distracted by the Alibaba IPO, there’s another growth story coming out of China that could have much greater implications. In fact, this threat was recently declassified by the Senate and confirms what some – including Byron King – have suspected for years. Today he relays this threat, and what it could mean for your portfolio…

The Secret Slave Labor Ring Coming to Your Neighborhood

The Secret Slave Labor Ring Coming to Your Neighborhood

By Chris Campbell
PostedSeptember 26, 2014

America has about 4% of the world’s population, yet houses 25% of the world’s incarcerated people. What’s to cause of this disparity? Are Americans just naturally prone to criminal behavior? Many people believe the private prison industry is to blame. But as Chris Campbell explains, the real culprit is actually right outside your door. Read on…

Limit Your Exposure to this Down-Trending Market Sector

Limit Your Exposure to this Down-Trending Market Sector

By Greg Guenthner
PostedSeptember 26, 2014

Over the summer, stocks seemed to have a blast. Everything was up. The champagne was flowing and investors thought the party would never end. Sadly, as the summer fades away, so does much of that excitement… and the gains that came along with it. And that’s especially true for one unfortunate sector of the market. Greg Guenthner explains…