Are we good to go?

Are we good to go?  Stock traders asked themselves that question early in yesterday’s session, unable to find an answer, a morning rally fell flat.  Stocks closed higher yesterday but well off their lows as traders tried to decide what was more important: a potential end to trade troubles or lower interest rates.   MY…

Wheelin’ and Dealin’

Wheelin’ and Dealin’.  Stocks rose on Friday as optimism for a trade deal ruled the day.  Core inflation ticked up slightly along with personal income, while spending was down slightly, but traders focused on the trade talks.   MY TWO CENTS    The international diplomacy reality show. Markets have been building up hope that the…