Since the April lows, Wall Street’s bull streak has practically defied gravity. Despite a laundry list of worries, stocks have kept charging higher. The S&P 500 has now achieved its third-longest streak of 3‑year highs since 1928, a feat that is as impressive as it is puzzling. This relentless rally has been fueled by a…
Wait, endure, and prosper
Our usual market survey is taking a tea break today. Instead, I thought I would share some reflections on one of the toughest parts of long-term investing. One of the most uncomfortable truths of long-term investing is that even the best investments or the most carefully crafted portfolios will occasionally nosedive. In finance classrooms, we…
The Ayurvedic approach to healthier meals
When whipping up meals for your loved ones, it is not just about what is on the plate, it is about your vibe too. According to Ayurvedic teachings, which have been around for a few thousand years, the cook’s emotional state can actually influence the quality of the food. So, if you are feeling like…
Hulkamania forever
Growing up, I was a fan of Hulk Hogan. I never missed his main-event matches, and my bedroom walls were covered with his posters. His recent passing hit me hard. It feels like a piece of my childhood went with him. I will always remember all his signature moves in the ring, the iconic Leg…
No retreat, no surrender
On Wednesday, Chair Jerome Powell announced that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) would once again leave the Fed Funds Rate unchanged, a move widely expected, though certainly not what President Trump was hoping for. Fed governors Chris Waller and Miki Bowman dissented, both voting for a quarter-point cut. I, for one, was not expecting…