Trading Markets

The War on Profits

Gary Kaltbaum looks at how the final arbiter, the market, is responding to the first 100 days of the new administration.

The Market Remains Smarter Than All

Gary Kaltbaum warns that it’s going to be another tough week in the markets as some government moves on the financial industry is expected. Also see his commentary on the ingredients of a bear market…and especially of a bear market like the one we are going through now.

What Did You Expect?

Are we now in a period of time where the government has a say in everything on a daily basis…including the markets? See Kaltbaum’s take on political dominance in the markets, as well as a look at the provisions of the nearly $789 billion compromise stimulus plan.

Margaret Thatcher Was Right

For the past 18 weeks, the market has been hit with a barrage of bad news but the major indexes continue to hold support. Gary Kaltbaum comments on why this is good news for the market, as well as, why investors should pay close attention to commodities and financials.

Support Still Holding

Another bad jobs number is out and with the Obama administration coming out with another bank bailout as well as a stimulus plan, Gary Kaltbaum warns investors to expect some fireworks.

The Ice is Getting Thinner

Following another round of substantial losses last Friday, the Dow is showing the most relative weakness of the main stock market indexes. Gary Kaltbaum weighs in on Obama’s stimulus bill and ‘bad bank’ plans.

Trust…All But Gone!

What happens to the markets when they recognize those that are in charge cannot be trusted? Gary Kaltbaum comments on issues such as Wall Street rating agencies, CEOs spinning the truth and market reaction.

Which Bank Is Next?

The inauguration of Barack Obama as the next President of the United States is well underway and Gary Kaltbaum weighs in on Obama’s tax plans, as well as, the latest financial losses and government largesse.

It’s Medication Time

As we head into the 3-day weekend and the Obama inauguration, is a stock market bounce emerging? See Gary Kaltbaum’s analysis, as well as, his commentary on Bank of America as the nation’s largest bank seeks additional bailout cash.

Back in the Soup

As we head into earnings season, Gary Kaltbaum comments on the market’s dismal performance last week, while taking the government to task for its continued interference in the market.

Party Like It’s 1975?

As the first few trading days of January goes: the major indexes have all edged above the 50-day average, commodities are coming off their crash lows, and earnings will be coming out in droves soon. According to Gary Kaltbaum, not everything is perfect but the market is looking better.

Wrapping Up the Year

As we come to the close of this very eventful year, Gary Kaltbaum recaps his best market calls of the year, as well as, weighs in on predictions for 2009. Also see some of the most infamous quotes from 2008 and years past.