It appears that the short haul carriers are picking up market share. Whether it is a company like Allegiant (ALGT) or Continental’s (CAL) Express, many been making strides in this tough climate. At the same time United and American are still increasing load factors. How much is at below market...
The unemployment rate released this morning was quite a shocker. 10.2% was well above estimates of 9.9% that we had been seeing in the most recent economist surveys.
The last time unemployment was this high dates back to 1982. November 1982 in fact when the rate peaked at 10.8%.
Now the problem...
The release of the intensely watched unemployment data is on the docket for tomorrow morning and traders especially short sellers appear to be covering positions. Tomorrow’s data has the capability to change the volatile market winds from North to South.
Skepticism has certainly crept into the market place with the...
Some of the more interesting and important items for November 5th :
Owners become renters in bid to avoid foreclosures – Smart
Pension Gap Among States, Cities May Be $1 Trillion, New Jersey Aide Says – What is a trillion dollars between friends. This is like Moores Law of finance.
Fannie...
We are regularly watching the trends in the retail sector. It has been a real treat to watch as these companies are on the front line with the consumer. What we are noticing is the continued shift by the consumer.
There was a mixed bag of results from the retailers and...
