A somewhat related inefficiency: H1B-holders seem less willing to challenge the status quo and be innovative - especially when rocking-the-boat...
Curious how this topic might relate to Fed policy or broader government policy. That is, some economists seem concerned about wage growth, the...
I just went through the Level 2 curriculum, so let me add a couple of cents here. I would guess that the CFA could only help and not hurt. Part of...
I don't think this is a fair representation of the CFA curriculum (me, L2 exam in a few weeks). Santos, check out the curriculum and see if the...
Isn't this just illustrating similar returns with less volatility? Isn't that what a hedge fund is all about?
MLK day is supposed to be "a day on" and not "a day off". Many people celebrate the holiday by volunteering in service to others. How can one say...
To answer the question posed in the headline: you work because it gives you self-worth and dignity. If you can exercise your talents and get paid...
I think it depends on whether you want to stay in the investment field or are open to other industries. You will need to spend a couple of years...
Long term rates have moved up significantly since the Fed's announcement. Also, it's been said that the spread between long-term rates and MBS...
Thanks for kicking off this thread again. I've been trading F against GM several times this year. It hasn't been easy since GM has a higher beta...
Yes, been trading OCZ for a while now. Here are some things to support the rumor: - All insider activity (planned sales) stopped in April,...
My cousin is one of those ones awaiting benefits. He broke his back in a motorcycle accident. Meanwhile, his wife has left him. What would you say...
Here are some changes to consider, occurring now and in the coming decade: - Wages in China have risen. They are no longer the low-cost...
If you look at the wealth distribution (not income distribution) you'd see that the wealth has been moving up the ladder too. It's clear that the...
True, but people in these areas of the country always have the option of moving (or even finally retiring) to lower-cost areas. It's a personal...
The "miracle" will be the rich actually giving up their wealth on their own accord. How long can these economic imbalances be maintained? If...
Investing in index funds is like resigning to being just average. Some of us like to think that we are above-average investors (even if it's not...
No, but it's not surprising. Various business groups and leaders are starting to be more vocal on these issues. NPR did a related show on this...
I saw that article too and am glad you started this thread. A few thoughts: 1) I think Andy Grove is being sincere. The saying about people...
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