Author Archives: MN Gordon

Washington’s Budget Cut Farce

Market analyst David Rosenberg of Gluskin-Sheff sees another recession storm appearing on the horizon.  The dark clouds forming are rising food and energy costs.  He doesn’t believe consumers will be able to weather their fury. Using a little historical analysis … Continue reading

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Bad Inflation

Take caution.  It’s April Fools’ Day after all.  What better day is there to keep your guard up and your wits about you? Remember, there’s a fool on every corner and a sucker born every minute.  Avoid being one of … Continue reading

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More Certain than Death and Taxes

Job growth is finally picking up.  According to the Labor Department’s February Report, U.S. companies have added jobs for the last 12 straight months.  What’s more, some momentum seems to be building. Here in the Golden State the employment picture … Continue reading

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Removing All Doubt

Oil prices jumped above $106 per barrel this week. What gives? The short answer: global supplies are tightening while consumption is increasing. “Energy economists continued to gauge how recent unrest in Libya, Bahrain, Yemen and Syria will affect exports from … Continue reading

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