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    Friday, October 16, 2026

    Three Charts that Tell the Momentum Story

    Discover what nearly a century of historical market data reveals about momentum investing through three essential charts—exploring its long-term return premium, its vulnerability during market turning points, and why patience may be the ultimate key to capturing its gains.
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    Saturday, October 10, 2026

    Part 2: What Capitalists Get Wrong About Capitalism

    Bill Mann

    Mann on the Street

    Economic systems are recipes, not religions. From the safety-net capitalism of the Nordic model to France’s state-guided dirigisme, the world’s most prosperous nations don't treat economic labels as dogma. Discover why execution and competence matter far more than political branding.
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    Tuesday, October 06, 2026

    How AI Invaded Your Father's Favorite Index

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average is famous for its steady, blue-chip reputation. But the recent replacement of Verizon* with Alphabet in the index reflects the unstoppable rise of artificial intelligence and the digital economy. Discover how the Dow’s unique price-weighted system works, why its holdings change, and what this tech-forward shift could mean for your long-term portfolio.
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    Saturday, September 26, 2026

    Part 1: What Capitalists Get Wrong About Capitalism

    Bill Mann

    Mann on the Street

    Economic debates often pit pure capitalism against socialism, but most nations’ economies don’t fit neatly into either box. American capitalism functions as a mixed economy with trillion-dollar government backstops, while "socialist" Scandinavian models actually run free-market economies paired with strong welfare safety nets. Discover why prosperous nations ditch rigid economic doctrine in favor of pragmatic execution and functional institutions.
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    Friday, September 25, 2026

    The Bull Market Still Has More Room to Run

    Every time the stock market hits an all-time high, the default reaction is often fear that a crash is around the corner. But past history has shown that record highs typically weren’t ceilings, but often launchpads for further growth. Discover why bull markets can last longer than bears, and why trying to time the market can be a costly mistake that could decimate your long-term returns.
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    Friday, September 18, 2026

    Why I'm Watching the Bond Market

    Financial headlines often paint the bond market as an ominous fortune-teller. But understanding the actual mechanics of fixed income reveals how these assets can bring crucial balance to your portfolio. Discover the fundamentals of bond prices and yields, and learn how being invested in both stocks and bonds can help smooth out your investing journey.

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