Tag Archive: U.S.

  1. The Markets

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    It is a peculiar period in the stock markets at the moment.  Valuations in equities have been generally positive, bond markets seem to have been positive and with even Spanish debt at a lower yield than the US, the measures of volatility in trading seem to be at near record low levels. Something strange is going on.  (more…)

  2. The Markets

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    Whether it’s good news or bad news, it is often surprising how investors and markets react. Last week, Russia annexed Crimea and the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained about 1.4 percent. (more…)