mark mchugh

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    • Fri Jul 18th 13:00 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Free the Frozen Fed!
      Right on, Dave.

      The question I can't answer right now is why they continue to buy our debt.
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    • Fri Jul 18th 10:22 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      The Oil Bubble Will Meet the Same Fate as Tech, Housing
      I'm noticing a disturbing pattern developing here. The very same people who didn't "get" the housing bubble are screaming bubble in oil.

      Guess what? They're sense of direction is as skewed now as it was then.
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    • Thu Jul 17th 01:31 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      Why Bother with SPDR Gold Shares Options?
      Good to know. Makes an even better argument.
      Thanks.
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    • Tue Jul 15th 23:46 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Why Bother with SPDR Gold Shares Options?
      Somehow, I missed this article. I really like how you broke down the risks and costs and your commentary was extraordinarily clear. I like the strategy. We will probably be stuck with the USD for some time, like it or not, and exchanging physical gold presents it own set of challenges, as you pointed out. Maybe a hybrid strategy (between ETF and physical) is the best way to go.

      I am a little curious if you know the tax implications of LEAPS (I don't). If an option position is held for more than one year, does it qualify for the capital gains tax break? Because, according to the IRS, GLD gains are taxed like income, regardless of holding period. Which sucks.

      If GLD goes much higher than $100, the LEAPs looks like an even better use of capital.
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    • Tue Jul 15th 00:47 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      Back to Breakeven for Equities? 2012-2013.
      For way too many of us, the biggest stumbling block to success and prosperity is basic arithmetic.
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    • Mon Jul 14th 18:16 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Can the SEC Really 'Quell Rumors'?
      What about those who use rumors to manipulate the currency market?

      I think it would be so cool if Chris Cox tackled and cuffed Paulson the next time he said, "Strong Dollar."
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    • Sun Jul 13th 17:25 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Is Gold a Good Investment During the Credit Crunch?
      Damn it! I was hoping for a one word article when I clicked on this link. Good comments, Moral Hazards Amok.
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    • Sun Jul 13th 16:40 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      An Open Letter to the Plunge Protection Team
      Thanks all. Victor, you gave me a good laugh (even though I can totally relate).

      Special thanks to ussmls7, fascinating stuff. Got any room for one more wherever you are? Abundant food and hard money sounds great to me.

      What I had hoped to discuss here was more "how do we fix this?". I'm not necessarily proud of "parking" my money, but given the current circumstances, what alternatives do we have? Let's face it, the real return of bonds is horrible given the inflation/currency collapse scenario we're looking at. If everyone moves into metals, or cash, the wheels of commerce grind to a halt.

      I often have trouble distinguishing my good ideas from the bad ones. So, I thought I'd throw this one out there for discussion. My bio should tell you, I'm not running for president.
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    • Sat Jul 12th 12:43 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      The Fannie / Freddie Saga Benefits Short Sellers of Dollars, Financials
      Hey Grace, don't you watch TV? We have a strong dollar policy!
      ;-)
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    • Sat Jul 12th 11:52 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      Key Earnings Reports This Week
      You guys rock!

      Thanks
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    • Fri Jul 11th 10:53 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      An Open Letter to the Plunge Protection Team
      Thanks, efficiency. I think you might be the only person who actually read the article. I promise to brush up on my grammar.
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    • Wed Jul 9th 00:39 AM | Rating: 0 0
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      The Bull Market Continues - In Gold
      I'm just mentioning this as a caveat. The ECB may resume selling gold in late September. Some articles reported that they're done for the year (it's actually the year of the agreement, which began September 27,2007.

      I've also read (can't find it now, though) that if the IMF sales are approved they will probably take place in September as well.

      So you can probably expect some "turbulence"... in the second half as well.
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    • Sun Jul 6th 22:31 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Nokia: Bargain of a Lifetime - Barron's
      More and more I find Barron's only to be useful in the smallest room in my house.
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    • Tue Jul 1st 13:30 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      Common Misconceptions About the Fed and Gold
      Excellent points, Robert.
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    • Mon Jun 30th 21:54 PM | Rating: 0 0
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      SPDR Gold ETF Debuts in Tokyo
      thanks for the report!
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