January – What Happened, Why It Happened and What We Are Doing About It!

By David Nelson, CFA January was a month most stock investors would like to forget, especially coming on the heels of 2013 where the market offered few opportunities to get in.  Alpha Select outperformed this month but a 3.6% fall in the S&P has to be addressed. Let’s talk about; What happened, Why it happened […]

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Emerging Markets Trigger Selloff – What You Should Do Right Now

By David Nelson, CFA Last week the Bulls fumbled the ball and Bears seized the opportunity to put some points on the board. It’s too early for end zone dances but I see a lot of high fives on their side of the field, while the rest of us brush off the dirt and get […]

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Emerging Markets Trigger Selloff in U.S.

http://youtu.be/LWJHKRt8bb4 David shares some advice for investors concerned about Friday’s market sell-off that started in the emerging markets.

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The Wall Street Movie Release Indicator Exposed!

By David Nelson, CFA In the last couple of weeks talking heads have come up with some very novel ways to predict the next market crash or downturn. Ranking right at the top in popularity is; “The Wall Street Movie Release Indicator.” With charts and pictures of your favorite actors and movie posters, disciples of […]

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CNBC Panel from the Floor of the NYSE

http://youtu.be/BL5xyPS7vXw David talks about the recent market action from the floor of the NYSE with the CNBC team.

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Alpha Select Portfolio Mid-Month Update

By David Nelson, CFA Markets have had a rocky start to 2014 but I haven’t been shaken from my bullish perch. Monday’s fall was on the heels of a Goldman (GS) report labeling the market as overvalued and yesterday’s bounce was off of an in-line quarter from JP Morgan (JPM). Helping push the index higher […]

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David Nelson – Janet Yellen Confirmation & Her Challenge for 2014

David discusses the Senate’s confirmation of Janet Yellen who becomes the first woman to chair the Fed in its 100 year history. David also elaborates on the biggest challenge she faces in 2014

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Janet Yellen – Her First Challenge in 2014

By David Nelson, CFA Last night the Senate confirmed Janet Yellen as the next Fed Chairwoman. The confirmation was never in doubt but Fed watchers were all curious as to how large the margin would be. Many believed the no votes might be as high as 30, matching exiting Chairman Bernanke. With a vote of […]

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