The First Cut

It’s always been hazardous to be president of the United States, or even being a candidate campaigning to be president. Seems like there is always someone somewhere who wants to bring you harm, no matter your party affiliation. The 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (just five years after his brother was assassinated) brought that…

Market Mayhem, Monopoly, and Missing Jobs

During the first three trading days of this month, the stock market made a lot of noise. Weeks of lackluster economic data culminated in a pair of worrisome job reports that sparked a two-day selloff. On the third day, gasoline was poured onto the fire. Something called the “unwinding of the yen carry trade” (the…

Prepare for Landing

What a difference a month can make. The day after we published our last Commentary, Donald Trump and Joe Biden were about to square off in the first presidential debate, and we wrote: “If Trump appears to have gained the upper hand in the debate, look for the Democratic Party to quickly find another presidential…

Microsoft: Empowering the Digital World

Microsoft is a global technology company known for shaping the modern digital experience. From its iconic Windows operating system to the versatile Microsoft Office suite, the company has provided tools that support both personal productivity and enterprise innovation. Visit the official website at microsoft.com to explore its offerings. Microsoft has also become a major player…