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It’s hard to see the forest through the trees. The Keystone XL pipeline cancellation and SEC investigation into ExxonMobil aren’t outlying issues in an otherwise stable market. Oil is in trouble. Anyone who’s been paying attention in the last few years can see that. What’s next? I’ve been asking that question for thirty years. When… [Read More]

From cappuccinos to the candy aisle, Rosalind “Roz” Brewer will transition from her current position as the first Black and first female Chief Operating Officer of Starbucks to CEO of Walgreens in March 2021. In this leadership role for the largest U.S. drugstore chain, Brewer will be the only Black woman presently serving as CEO… [Read More]

Over-valuing assets to pump up year-end reporting isn’t a new practice. When that valuation is based on assumptions and drilling curves, it’s difficult to contest the numbers. Last week, the SEC made the decision to try. ExxonMobil (XOM) is now under investigation. It’s old news that’s been buried in this week’s inauguration headlines, but it… [Read More]

Making her introduction to the world with a rare Inauguration Day appearance, new White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki (SOCK-eee) vowed to “share the truth, even when it’s hard to hear.” After serving in communications roles for Sen. John Kerry and Rep. Joe Crowley, D-N.Y., the Connecticut native was President Obama’s traveling press secretary during… [Read More]

Even when most stocks are rising, some do better than others, and some are riskier than others. Make sure you earn what you deserve for the risk you take. Our economy is based on the idea that investors get compensated for taking risks. That’s the idea that funnels capital from investors with a high- risk… [Read More]

The Oxford primary definition of the word “conundrum” is “a confusing and difficult problem or question.” Most of us are familiar with this. Less popular is the secondary definition, “A question asked for amusement, typically one with a pun in its answer. A riddle.” Riddle me this. How can fourth quarter earnings reports tell us… [Read More]

E-commerce has been a high-growth industry for several years, but the pandemic has helped advance digital commerce years into the future. As consumers adapt to the lockdowns and the “new normal,” online shopping has taken the reigns as a greater number of people relied on non-contact shopping solutions. Although COVID-19 vaccine distribution is underway across… [Read More]

Although they are less than the $2,000 many were hoping for, the current round of stimulus checks still offer a $600 jolt to help recipients pay for the basics—or to invest in the future. Designed to help individuals and families weather pandemic-related financial challenges, checks are rolling out for eligible taxpayers to use as they… [Read More]

As the calendar turns to 2021, Prism MarketView looks back at its first year. In January 2020, Prism MarketView officially launched its seven initial indices focused on the micro-cap and small-cap equity markets. After twelve months, all seven indices have continued to post positive returns, including returns greater than 100% for three of the indices…. [Read More]

One of the most surprising developments from the COVID-19 pandemic has been how well cannabis has performed. According to Marijuana Business Daily, legal-market cannabis sales in the United States are close to $15 billion in 2020. This represents a 40% year-over-year increase in sales for the emerging industry. Out of thirty-three states that allowed some… [Read More]

The medical device industry is a cornerstone component of the healthcare sector. Ranging from surgical to cardiovascular and orthopedic, medical devices have a wide application across many areas of medicine. In 2020, the diagnostic and monitoring-focused medical devices have been a key focus, as the world scrambles to contain the virus’s spread. According to the… [Read More]

The biggest challenge investors face going into 2021 is how to hedge against a market crash. To those who didn’t live – or trade – through 1987, 1997, 2000, or 2008, such a notion seems distinctly old fashioned. After all, with banks like JP Morgan calling for the S&P 500 to hit 4,400 next year,… [Read More]