Author Archives: MN Gordon

Who Will Be President and Other Hunches for 2016

The New Year is here.  The slate’s been wiped clean.  New hopes.  New dreams.  They’re all accessible.  They’re all within reach.  No doubt, 2016 will be the year you get everything you deserve in life.  But what else will happen? … Continue reading

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Doom and Gloom for North American Oil Producers

To the dismay of U.S. shale producers, oil prices continue their long slow slide into the abyss.  Perhaps the current price of $35 per barrel – an 11 year low – is the final destination.  More than likely, however, it’s … Continue reading

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Christmas Edition

On this special day of redemption and reconciliation, we take pause from our usual reflections on the economy and financial markets.  It’s Christmas Day, after all.  Why not keep things merry? Hence, what follows is the poem Christmas Past, by … Continue reading

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When Preparation Meets Opportunity

The annual company holiday party was held over the weekend at Clearman’s Steak ‘n Stein Inn.  As President and Founder, we were compelled to offer some anecdotes.  What follows is an extract of our irregular ramblings, including a major announcement… … Continue reading

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