It is one of the hottest — and most polarizing — topics in finance over the past few months. It’s talked about in the media nearly every day. Some have hailed it as the next “big thing,” while others have called it “rat poison.” Some believe we are just in the beginning of a bull market (despite its meteoric rise), while others relate it to the tulip mania bubble of the 1600s. I’m of course referring to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.  —Sponsored Link— Is Amazon About To Shock Bitcoin Investors? If you’ve invested or are… Read More

It is one of the hottest — and most polarizing — topics in finance over the past few months. It’s talked about in the media nearly every day. Some have hailed it as the next “big thing,” while others have called it “rat poison.” Some believe we are just in the beginning of a bull market (despite its meteoric rise), while others relate it to the tulip mania bubble of the 1600s. I’m of course referring to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.  —Sponsored Link— Is Amazon About To Shock Bitcoin Investors? If you’ve invested or are planning to invest in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies… You MUST click here and see what could be the biggest shock of 2018. This could be your only chance of turning $100 into a retirement fortune… In a matter of months… all thanks to Amazon. Click here for details. Now before you roll your eyes and write off the rest of today’s issue — which is what I used to do anytime I read something with the word “bitcoin” or “cryptocurrency” in it — there’s something you need to understand about this new… Read More

2018 is starting off right where 2017 finished, with markets notching new highs on a near-daily basis. And even though we’re early in the year, I believe I’ve come across an important indication of what’s to come. More specifically, I think I’ve found what sector could lead the pack in 2018. I don’t typically make these sorts of proclamations, but two stocks I found within this sector could represent my most lucrative trades of 2018. It’s a bold statement to make this early in the year, but I’ll show you why catching just one big uptrend could easily provide a… Read More

2018 is starting off right where 2017 finished, with markets notching new highs on a near-daily basis. And even though we’re early in the year, I believe I’ve come across an important indication of what’s to come. More specifically, I think I’ve found what sector could lead the pack in 2018. I don’t typically make these sorts of proclamations, but two stocks I found within this sector could represent my most lucrative trades of 2018. It’s a bold statement to make this early in the year, but I’ll show you why catching just one big uptrend could easily provide a windfall of gains in a short amount of time. —Sponsored Link— Top 3 California Pot Stocks To Watch For The Biggest Gains On January 1, California completely legalized cannabis for medical and recreational use — promising to spark a $20.2 BILLION industry in the Golden State alone. By getting in on the ground floor of this exceptional opportunity, you could have the chance to pocket life-changing windfalls thanks to this historic event. And one pot stock expert has his sights set on three stocks he expects to skyrocket following this crucial announcement. Read More

In 1956, geologist M. King Hubbert came up with what seemed to be an accurate prediction of “peak oil”, a theory regarding the maxing out of U.S. oil production that goes back to 1919, using statistical modeling. Hubbert projected that U.S. oil production would peak between 1965 and 1971. With the onset of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and ensuing energy crisis, Hubbert’s theory seemed dead on, mainly due to the United States’ dependence on imported oil increasing during the latter part of the 20th century. But here’s what really happened. The red line shows Hubbert’s… Read More

In 1956, geologist M. King Hubbert came up with what seemed to be an accurate prediction of “peak oil”, a theory regarding the maxing out of U.S. oil production that goes back to 1919, using statistical modeling. Hubbert projected that U.S. oil production would peak between 1965 and 1971. With the onset of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and ensuing energy crisis, Hubbert’s theory seemed dead on, mainly due to the United States’ dependence on imported oil increasing during the latter part of the 20th century. But here’s what really happened. The red line shows Hubbert’s prediction. The green line represents actual U.S. oil production. Hubbert’s “Oilmageddon” never happened thanks to the shale revolution.  And the effect on the price of oil? We know that story from visiting the pumps.  #-ad_banner-#The price of West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) has declined nearly 62% in the last decade. Has demand dropped off? Hardly. But supply and the ability to efficiently manage the supply has changed dramatically. Never say never, but the odds don’t favor the price of oil reaching triple digits any time soon, at least not in my lifetime — and I think… Read More

Energy master limited partnerships (MLPs) have taken a beating over the past year or so — and for good reason. Soft energy prices have driven many MLPs to make significant cuts in their dividends. Even those that haven’t cut their dividends have had a tough time raising them. And that’s bad for business. The Alerian MLP Index (NYSE: AMZ) tracks the performance of 50 energy MLPs. The index hit a 52-week intraday low of $244.44 on November 15, as well as a 52-week closing low of $257.08 about a week later. This downward trend is confirmed by the… Read More

Energy master limited partnerships (MLPs) have taken a beating over the past year or so — and for good reason. Soft energy prices have driven many MLPs to make significant cuts in their dividends. Even those that haven’t cut their dividends have had a tough time raising them. And that’s bad for business. The Alerian MLP Index (NYSE: AMZ) tracks the performance of 50 energy MLPs. The index hit a 52-week intraday low of $244.44 on November 15, as well as a 52-week closing low of $257.08 about a week later. This downward trend is confirmed by the Alerian MLP ETF (NYSE: AMLP), which is an MLP-focused ETF with a market capitalization of $9.7 billion under management. This index currently sits just pennies above its all-time low of $10.11. The fund currently yields 6.1% annually. Despite these numbers, long-term dividend-focused investors looking to stake out a position in solid, income-generating MLPs would be wise to consider buying now despite the potential for gut-churning volatility. #-ad_banner-#Here’s why… MLP distributions are rising. Now, it’s important to remember that MLPs are pass-through entities where the company’s profits are distributed directly to the MLPs’ partners. As with any pass-through entity, rising distributions… Read More

We are in the midst of an extraordinary situation in the financial markets. Situations like this only occur a few times in every investor’s lifetime, and bring with them a tremendous opportunity for wealth creation.  Over the last 20 years, there have been three main chances for anyone to exponentially increase their wealth. The first one was the dot-com boom, followed by the aftermath of the financial crash of 2008 to 2009, and now a third is looming ahead.  The nature of special situations is that most investors doubt their validity until it is too late. Traditional investors react with… Read More

We are in the midst of an extraordinary situation in the financial markets. Situations like this only occur a few times in every investor’s lifetime, and bring with them a tremendous opportunity for wealth creation.  Over the last 20 years, there have been three main chances for anyone to exponentially increase their wealth. The first one was the dot-com boom, followed by the aftermath of the financial crash of 2008 to 2009, and now a third is looming ahead.  The nature of special situations is that most investors doubt their validity until it is too late. Traditional investors react with cynicism, mockery, and uncertainty during these exciting periods. Convinced that the move will soon fizzle out, most investors remain very fearful and miss their chance to join the ranks of the newly wealthy.  Today’s biggest opportunity for wealth creation is the cryptocurrency explosion of 2017. Called a bubble by many in the financial establishment, the speed and power of crypto’s price moves have surprised even its most ardent bulls. While most investors remain frozen on the sidelines in a combination of fear and amazement, outsiders, risk takers, and a fortunate few are quietly amassing massive wealth.  #-ad_banner-#I have personally met… Read More

The year: 1993. The Cold War is over.  Just a few short years after President Reagan cried at the Brandenburg Gate, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” a new era had dawned in the world order.  After fighting proxy wars around the globe and decades of saber-rattling, the United States and the former Soviet Union had managed to avoid self-destruction. But what if I was to tell you that by 1993, a little-known agreement between Russia and the U.S. was signed that would have major consequences for the U.S. energy supply for the next 20 years? —Sponsored Link—… Read More

The year: 1993. The Cold War is over.  Just a few short years after President Reagan cried at the Brandenburg Gate, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” a new era had dawned in the world order.  After fighting proxy wars around the globe and decades of saber-rattling, the United States and the former Soviet Union had managed to avoid self-destruction. But what if I was to tell you that by 1993, a little-known agreement between Russia and the U.S. was signed that would have major consequences for the U.S. energy supply for the next 20 years? —Sponsored Link— These 7 Stocks Are Set To Double… And Pay You 10 Percent Income! If you’re worried about a toppy market, North Korea, or the latest news out of Europe, you’ll want to check out this new special report. It reveals a time-tested strategy for securing safe, rising dividends and huge profits in the months and years ahead… no matter what happens next. Get the details here, along with the names of seven great buys for 100% gains and double-digit dividends — FREE! Its purpose: convert 500 tons of Soviet-era warheads into uranium for… Read More

It’s a common tale in the commodities world. Every time it happens, investors who position themselves on the right side of the trend walk away with rich triple-digit gains, sometimes even more. And the plot unfolding around a certain base metal is playing out perfectly according to the script. It always starts with a downtrodden commodity that has lost its luster. In this case, producers could hardly give the stuff away just a few years ago. In January 2016, prices bottomed out near $0.70 per pound — 66% below their previous peak. At that level, mines that were once marginally… Read More

It’s a common tale in the commodities world. Every time it happens, investors who position themselves on the right side of the trend walk away with rich triple-digit gains, sometimes even more. And the plot unfolding around a certain base metal is playing out perfectly according to the script. It always starts with a downtrodden commodity that has lost its luster. In this case, producers could hardly give the stuff away just a few years ago. In January 2016, prices bottomed out near $0.70 per pound — 66% below their previous peak. At that level, mines that were once marginally profitable became money pits. Naturally, producers abandoned them, taking a large bite out of global output.  When you turn down the production spigot, supply eventually starts to come back in balance with demand. Sure enough, what was once a million-ton surplus has all but disappeared, shrinking to a decade-low of less than 200,000 tons in recent months. And that’s when it happens… Almost overnight, the social outcast becomes the class favorite — and early investors make out like bandits in the process.  —Sponsored Link— Rare ‘Superfuel’ Could Lead To Complete Energy Independence A revolutionary new fuel… Read More

It’s been a soggy week here in northern Louisiana, but it’s nothing compared to the torrential rains and devastating storm damage brought ashore by Harvey. The monster category 4 hurricane slammed into the Texas coast late last Friday, unleashing 130 mile-per-hour winds — the strongest storm to make landfall in this part of the country since 1961.  Meteorologists will tell you the warm 85 degree seawater and absence of upper-atmosphere wind shear provided perfect conditions for rapid intensification. But unlike other storms that barrel in and quickly move out, this one has stalled out — dumping what some have described… Read More

It’s been a soggy week here in northern Louisiana, but it’s nothing compared to the torrential rains and devastating storm damage brought ashore by Harvey. The monster category 4 hurricane slammed into the Texas coast late last Friday, unleashing 130 mile-per-hour winds — the strongest storm to make landfall in this part of the country since 1961.  Meteorologists will tell you the warm 85 degree seawater and absence of upper-atmosphere wind shear provided perfect conditions for rapid intensification. But unlike other storms that barrel in and quickly move out, this one has stalled out — dumping what some have described as “biblical” amounts of rain.  My sister in-law, who lives on the coast in Galveston (just south of Houston), reported 20 inches of rain… and that was just over the weekend. Some nearby counties saw more than 30 inches over the same time. Incredibly, this week has seen the storm hover over an already devastated Houston — dumping additional feet of rain in many areas.  Anytime you get a year’s worth of rain in the span of a few days, epic flooding is to be expected. You’ve probably seen some of the pictures. Of course, my first concern is for… Read More

Well, we’re just past the midway point of the year. And if nothing changes over the next six months, 2017 will go down as a pretty good year for U.S. stocks. Through June 30, the benchmark S&P 500 had already delivered a return of 10.5%.  If it holds, that would be the strongest performance since 2013.  Unfortunately, if you don’t hold a handful of large-cap tech stocks, then you probably aren’t doing quite as well. You know the ones I’m referring to: Facebook (NYSE: FB), Amazon (Nasdaq: AMZN), Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX) and Alphabet (Nasdaq: GOOG), previously known as Google. —Recommended… Read More

Well, we’re just past the midway point of the year. And if nothing changes over the next six months, 2017 will go down as a pretty good year for U.S. stocks. Through June 30, the benchmark S&P 500 had already delivered a return of 10.5%.  If it holds, that would be the strongest performance since 2013.  Unfortunately, if you don’t hold a handful of large-cap tech stocks, then you probably aren’t doing quite as well. You know the ones I’m referring to: Facebook (NYSE: FB), Amazon (Nasdaq: AMZN), Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX) and Alphabet (Nasdaq: GOOG), previously known as Google. —Recommended Link— The U.S. Government Gave You A Gift I know it sounds incredible, but the IRS offers a retirement program that lets you opt-out of the tax system completely. Apply it in a specific way and it can triple your cash flow in retirement. Roger N. made the move and now collects $10,000 a month. He says “It doesn’t get any better…” As long as you are a U.S. citizen with a retirement account, you can make the same move. Here is what you need to do right now.  At the time of this writing, these four giants have… Read More

At a recent conference, a question was asked about whether it’s still possible to get rich from the stock market. My reply… It has never been easier to get rich from stock investing. Now, that’s a bold statement. But it’s absolutely true. You see, humanity will change more in the next 20 years than in all of recorded history! In fact, the changes coming over the next two decades will dwarf the introduction of the automobile, the airplane, the computer, and even the internet. The average American will soon be receiving four or five packages every week by drone —… Read More

At a recent conference, a question was asked about whether it’s still possible to get rich from the stock market. My reply… It has never been easier to get rich from stock investing. Now, that’s a bold statement. But it’s absolutely true. You see, humanity will change more in the next 20 years than in all of recorded history! In fact, the changes coming over the next two decades will dwarf the introduction of the automobile, the airplane, the computer, and even the internet. The average American will soon be receiving four or five packages every week by drone — everything from groceries and prescriptions to building supplies. Americans will spend 40% of their commuting time in driverless cars, use 3D printers to “print” custom meals, and spend most of their leisure time on activities not yet invented. #-ad_banner-#We will see nearly 2 billion jobs disappear, everything from physicians and lawyers to grocery clerks. Now, the vast majority of those jobs will come back in a different form, with more than 50% of them being self-employed freelance jobs.  In the next 20 years, half of the companies that currently make up the S&P 500 index will be gone. The same… Read More