Practical analysis for investment professionals 
The US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) do not require adjustments for inflation, so financial statements are reported in nominal terms. This struck Yaniv Konchitchki as problematic. In his recently published article “Accounting and the Macroeconomy: The Case of Aggregate Price-Level Effects on Individual Stocks,” Konchitchki examines stock-valuation effects of aggregate price-level changes on individual companies. Read more
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Anecdotal evidence coupled with hard data helps to better identify market bubbles. Here are the top signs. Read more
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By far, the biggest hit of January was Charlie Henneman’s post on six important networking lessons — each drawn from his own experience in finance. Other popular posts included an interview with Thinknum’s founders and an all-star panel discussion about central banks and systemic risk. Read more
Leave a CommentRecent news out of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) hasn’t been promising as of late. What are some of the emerging trends in private equity and venture capital in MENA? What are some of the challenges? What are some of the most promising investment opportunities? Read more
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A collection of highlights from Fourth Annual India Investment Conference. Different sessions at the event explored different views on the tapering of quantitative easing in the United States, specified challenges and key factors in sustaining economic growth in India, predicted future trends of the rupee, highlighted how the global energy landscape is affecting local oil prices, and issued a wake-up call for practitioners regarding ethical issues facing finance industry. Read more
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Perhaps not surprisingly, global equity markets have gotten off to a rather sluggish start in 2014. Emerging market stocks continue to lag while European markets, up slightly, lead developed markets. In the US, stocks have met little resistance since experiencing a 19% correction in the summer of 2011. Since World War II, US stocks have seen 10% corrections, on average, every 18 months. This may be cause for concern for some investors. And with valuation multiples stretched, corporate earnings are also undoubtedly on the minds of investors. Read more
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With economic growth at a decade low of 5% and a bevy of lagging economic indicators, India has had a rough year, and some analysts are predicting harder times ahead. Is the era of India’s expansive economic growth over? Opinions on the road ahead are divided. Read more
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Is gold an really an inflation hedge? Is it a safe haven in times of stress? Cam Harvey has investigated some of the common arguments made in favor of gold. Read more
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