Over the years, I have had the opportunity to go on the floor of four major U.S. exchanges – the NYSE, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the Chicago Board of Trade, and the Chicago Board Options Exchange. The floors are closed to the general public; even visitors galleries were closed after September 11, 2001. It’s a big… [Read More]
Where do we begin with the fiasco that was the Target Missoni collection? You know, the one where the items sold on eBay for zillions of dollars? Except that eBay is flooded with items that have no bids, that are selling at list price, a good four years after the line was released. There have… [Read More]
I’m Annie Logue, and this is my blog. Obvious, yes? This is a blog about money and culture, to give you ideas for how to spend better, recommendations for good books, and things to consider about capitalism. Here are answers to some questions you may have: What should I read here? Depending on your interest:… [Read More]
Want some ideas for approaching the markets in 2015? The folks at Marketfy can help! They asked several different observers (including me) for their best advice for 2015 and collected it into a free ebook with many takes on the 2015 market outlook. Click here to get your copy.
Recently, a friend shared a picture on Facebook that was supposed to be inspirational to exercisers. It had a quote from one Jordan Belfort. “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” What was standing between Belfort and his… [Read More]
Hedge Funds for Dummies, 2e
My first book has been completely revised! Updated to reflect changing markets, accessible strategies through ETFs, and new potential due diligence pitfalls.
Day Trading for Dummies, 5e
With five revisions, countless interviews with successful traders, and lots of research, this is the definitive guide to getting started, managing risk, and staying in the game.