Bill Poulos

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Bill Poulos has been analyzing the markets and investing since the early 70s. Investing used to be only a much loved hobby of his but in 2001, after retiring from his day job as an automotive executive at GM, he cofounded Profits Run, Inc. He and his son (Greg) now help individuals become smarter investors while properly managing risk.

Traders Brace for Hawkish Fed Speakers, Powell

Stocks traded flat this morning, caught between the year's strongest rally and a resurgence of caution over the Federal Reserve's next move on interest...

Oil, Stocks Rise Side-By-Side

Stocks edged higher this morning, riding the momentum of last week's major gain. Investors now believe that the Federal Reserve is done hiking rates...

The Selloff Is Over, Here Comes the “Santa Rally”

The market's pulse quickened today as stocks ascended, buoyed by hopes that the Federal Reserve is done raising rates. The Nasdaq took the lead, surging...

2 ETFs Worth Watching for a “Santa Rally”

Stocks continued their rally today, attempting to recover from a three-month downward trend. The focus was primarily on the bond market and the anticipation...

Stocks Open Higher Before Trimming Gains Through Noon

Stocks got started on a high note today on positive earnings from Amazon and Intel that seemed to alleviate some of the recent anxiety...

“Hot” GDP Report Hits Bulls

Today's session was a rollercoaster, with losses picking up steam in mid-morning trading. The tech-heavy Nasdaq led the descent, shedding about 1.2%, while the...

Bears Come Roaring Back on Bad AAPL, GOOG Earnings

Stocks took a hit today as investors gritted their teeth through Big Teach earnings while Treasury yields continued to climb. The Dow Jones Industrial...

Bitcoin Soars, Stocks & Yields Rise

Stocks rose modestly this morning as traders braced for a deluge of earnings from key companies. The 10-year Treasury yield rebounded, but the Dow...

The Bulls Are Back: Why the Selloff Is Probably Over

Stocks jumped through noon after opening lower today on yield-driven fears. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped slightly below neutral, the S&P 500...

Bears Roar as Oil, Yields Jump

Stocks took a hit today with tensions escalating in the Middle East and investors processing Morgan Stanley's underwhelming earnings report. The Dow Jones Industrial...