News and Education Corner

 

4/30/2010

1st Quarter GDP Estimates / The Danger of 0% Interest Rates

Read more about the 1st quarter estimates for GDP and the implications for both the economy and investors.  Also take a closer look at the prospects for short term interest rates and what could happen if the FED does in fact go to a 0% interest rate.  »Download the report.

 

 

 4/27/2010

"By the Numbers" - A look at current and prospective market conditions

Download the latest copy of "By the Numbers" from AXA Distributors.  This week they take an in-depth look at important market statistics and review the market conditions including the potential impact of the upcoming FED meeting.  »Download the report.

 

 

4/22/2010

FBT President Lenny Alsfeld to Speak at Entrepreneur Conference

FBT Investments Lenny Alsfeld will be a featured speaker at the first annual New Orleans Launchfest. The 3 day conference is scheduled for April 24 – 29 and is designed to promote entrepreneurship with specialized topics and speakers. To reserve your spot or see the agenda, learn more at http://www.launchfest.net

 

 

3/24/2010

Investment Commentary from BlackRock

Last week saw a mild setback for equities that could be attributed to a combination of fierce winter storms in the Northeastern United States, ongoing concerns about economic growth and the prospects for hiring, and some disappointing consumer confidence figures. Read the full article

 

 

3/7/2010

The most tax effective way to own gold - from Investment News

According to the Internal Revenue Service, gold is a collectible when it is held in the form of coins or bullion. As a result, the tax treatment of gains and losses on physical-gold investments is different from the tax treatment of investments in stocks, bonds and other paper assets. Read the full article