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Why China Will Suffer a Hard Landing

Posted on October 21, 2014 by MN Gordon

Global economies are struggling.  Europe’s economy is stalling out.  The Japanese economy’s shrinking at an annualized rate of 7.1 percent.  But we won’t dwell on Europe or Japan at the moment.  For today we set our sights on a Chinese … Continue reading →

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The Decline and Fall of the Stroh Family Beer Business

Posted on July 25, 2014 by MN Gordon

Great wealth, like the seasons, is ephemeral.  One generation accumulates it.  While another burns through it.  The difference is dependent upon whether one has a short or long time horizon. Do they save some seed corn for the next grow … Continue reading →

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Detroit Bankruptcy Uncovers Disastrous Pension Fund Fudge Factor

Posted on July 23, 2013 by MN Gordon

Detroit filed the largest municipal bankruptcy case in U.S. History last Thursday.  Then, on Saturday, Helen Thomas bit the dust.  No doubt, both passing were long overdue. As far as we can tell, the demise of Helen Thomas and Motor … Continue reading →

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