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Real-Time 'GDP' Analog Contracts at Over 1% Annualized Rate
The Daily Growth Index published by the Consumer Metrics Institute has recently recorded an annualized contraction rate of 1.24%. This index records trailing 'quarter' consumer demand, and is a demand side proxy for a real-time 'GDP.' - February 16, 2010 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
The Leading Economic Indexes From Consumer Metrics Institute Tell Remarkably Different Story
The disconnection between forecasts made by some closely watched leading indexes and the eventual results in the real economy has become evident during the recent recession and current recovery. Those disparities become glaring last week. - January 25, 2010 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
Trailing Quarter Begins Contraction
The daily Consumer Leading Indicators monitored by the Consumer Metrics Institute transitioned from cumulative net economic growth to net contraction over the trailing 91-day 'quarter' ending January 13th, 2010, placing that quarter's performance among the lowest fifth of all quarterly GDP net changes recorded since 1947 by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis. - January 20, 2010 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
Leading Index Down Sharply
The daily Consumer Leading Index published by the Consumer Metrics Institute turned down sharply during December, reaching levels on December 11th that were down over 10% from daily readings recorded in early November. - December 29, 2009 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
Consumer Index Drops After Peaking in August
The daily Consumer Leading Indicator published by the Consumer Metrics Institute peaked on August 13th, 2009 with a value indicating year-over-year growth in excess of 10%. Since then the daily index has dropped substantially to levels representing annualized contraction approaching 2%. - December 07, 2009 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
Consumer Metrics Institute Reinvents 'Leading Economic Indicators' That Truly 'Lead'
The most closely watched set of 'Leading Economic Indicators' are based on mid 20th Century methodologies designed to measure mid 20th Century economies. The Consumer Metrics Institute instead uses 21st Century methodologies capable of coping with the speed of today's dynamic economy. - November 12, 2009 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
Anatomy of the Meltdown - 1998-2008, by Seasoned Investment Advisor Franck Prissert, Explores the Ups and Downs of the US Stock Market’s Worst Decade
Franck’s work puts the past decade into bold relief, reminding us of how the worst market in most of our lifetimes came to be. His points are well made and nicely documented. This should help all of us to better understand the present investment climate - a necessary precursor to forecasting the next step. Finally, Franck illustrates that the market’s decline over the past decade was about as bad as it gets, but the following decade is usually spectacularly good. Schumpeter on steroids. - October 14, 2009 - Capital Max, Inc.
Forex Risk Management Software by Ryan Nettles
Rous Technology develops unique risk management software solutions for the brokerage and banking industry. Due to the overwhelming demand to offer dealing desk management services, Rous is pleased to announce that it is now a service available for existing customers utilizing the Rous FX... - October 13, 2009 - Ryan Nettles
LFB Forex Signal Service Expanded
LFB offers signals via SMS and email to its members - August 27, 2009 - The London Forex Broadsheet (TheLFB)
Tamley Global Markets Plans to Open Up an Office in Dublin, Ireland
Forex broker, Tamley Global Markets has announced plans to open up an office in Dublin, Ireland, due to the increased number of Irish customers currently trading forex with them. “We are experiencing an increasing number of Irish traders opening trading accounts with us, this are leading us... - June 10, 2009 - Tamley Global Markets
LFB New Forex Service Offerings
TheLFB automates their signal service via Forex Global Management and releases its technical course to retail traders. - May 12, 2009 - The London Forex Broadsheet (TheLFB)
Tamley Global Markets Reduces Spreads on All Currency Pairs
Forex broker, Tamley Global Markets has announced that it has reduced its spreads on major currencies to 1 Pip, on both Mini and Standard accounts. - March 11, 2009 - Tamley Global Markets
PCM Initiates the Next Evolution of Private Company Financing
PCM Exchange, the exchange that allows private companies to connect directly to accredited investors, announced a major initiative to create the next generation of services for companies seeking funding and investors adding to and managing portfolios. This undertaking will provide new opportunities for private companies that are looking for new capital sources or alternate exits during a slumping economy. - November 24, 2008 - Connectors Group
Trading Post Brokerage Services Approved by NFA
Vancouver, B.C.-based company provides online trading solutions - February 09, 2008 - Trading Post Financial