Ron Rimkus, CFA, is a content director at CFA Institute, where he focuses on economics and alternative investments. Previously, he served as chief executive officer for the online technology company he founded, Chaos Management, Inc. Prior to founding Chaos Management, Mr. Rimkus served as director of large-cap equity products for BB&T Asset Management, where he led a team of research analysts, regional portfolio managers, client service specialists, and marketing staff. He also served as a senior vice president and lead portfolio manager of large-cap equity products at Mesirow Financial. Mr. Rimkus earned a bachelor of arts degree in economics from Brown University and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Topical Expertise: Alternative Investments · Economics
The quantitative easing recently announced by the Bank of Japan may benefit investors who hold Japanese equities, but Ron Rimkus, CFA, sees the classic makings of one big investment bubble. Read more
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For those following China closely, the recent downgrade by Fitch Ratings should come as no surprise. Read more
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Currencies must be trusted by large numbers of people. However, in light of the recent history of fiat money (and the gross indebtedness of many nations), trust is rapidly eroding. So is Bitcoin a natural step in the evolution of money? Read more
35 CommentsThe recent “bail-in” of Cyprus by the EU, IMF and European Central Bank troika forced depositors in Cyprus banks to turn over about 40% of their assets to the banking system. This action hasn’t caused a bank run in the greater eurozone yet, so we asked professional investors why this is the case. Read more
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A wrap-up of key issues affecting global markets for fundamental investors.
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President Richard Nixon’s decision to untether the US dollar from gold has left a harsh and lasting legacy for economies all around the globe. Read more
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Ron Rimkus, CFA, wraps up the key issues affecting global markets for fundamental investors. Read more
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