| VCAM: November 2009 Newsletter | VOLUME 9 ISSUE 5 |
"THANKS"-- Giving
by John Valentine
As you are all aware, I have a love for memorabilia and antique collecting. In 2002, this passion brought me to an Auction House that happened to be auctioning Derrick Thomas commemorative game footballs. For those of you who don't know Derrick Thomas, he was a linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs. He played 11 years in the NFL, is considered one of the best pass rushers of all time and is also a recent inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Tragically, Derrick Thomas died in 2000 from the results of severe injuries sustained from a car accident. When I purchased these footballs, I told my dear friend "These balls need safe keeping." In my heart, I knew I purchased the balls because of my love for the sport and for some unknown purpose, not to profit or benefit from them.
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From Where I Sit: Analyzing Valentine Capital
by John Gardner, Certified Financial Planner
Valentine Capital's Investment Policy Committee meets regularly, including Thursdays, quarterly for 3 days, and at the end of every year for a week long pow-wow. During these meetings, the committee discusses our business philosophies, thematic moves, and market conditions. During our November 2008 Business Planning Conference, one of the many topics of discussion was the global economy and financial markets. Based on the outcome of those ongoing discussions, we arrived at a forecast of 1142 for the S&P500.
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The Release:
How Economic News is Created
by Corey Casilio
After reading the morning paper from a national syndicated publication or just your local periodical, have you ever curiously wondered what procedures are followed to facilitate the release of the information you just read? The information specifically referenced in this news letter has to do with economic statistical data releases. After all, at least four key economic indicators are released on a weekly basis, 43 every month, and nine each quarter.
From Our Families to Yours:
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
