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In the article, the author discusses developments in the U.S. stock market as of mid-July 1973. He focuses on the so called two-tier stock market, as well as the performances of Dow Jones Industrials (DJI) and Standard & Poor's (S&P) industrials. He features such stocks as Eastman Kodak, Procter & Gamble, and Johnson & Johnson.

The author reflects on the causes of the increasing prices as of July 1973 that U.S. President Richard Nixon claims to be the reason of inflation. He explains that the rising prices are caused by the effective buying power that has been rapidly growing than the output of goods and services needed to meet such demand. Topics include the consequences of the country's rising debts, the psychology of inflation, and the possibility of recovery in the summer.

The author offers an analysis of the U.S. stock market as of May 1, 1972, focusing on the two-year bull market. He points out that despite its age, the market has maintained its vigor but also advises looking for the first signs of weakness as a reversal could come at any time. He notes bull market fads like bowling and electronics, and recently mobile home stocks like Winnebago Industries. He also cites particular stocks including Standard Brands Paint, Southern Pacific and Southern Railway.

The author comments on stock market and economic trends in the U.S. as of April 1972. He mentions improvements in stock prices for the first quarter of 1972 and presents a forecast for the second quarter. He discusses wage and price control policies implemented by the administration of U.S. President Richard Nixon and its implications on the economy of the country.

The author reflects on the reasons why people buy stocks. One important thing in buying stocks is the timing of investment purchases and looking at the record historically. A stock like Bausch & Lomb may be cited as an example of stocks that have skyrocketed but whose future may be less predictable. Investors and traders have known that there is a direct relationship between risk and opportunity.

The author offers an analysis of the U.S. stock market as of November 15, 1971. He cites reasons for the keen interest shown by European investors in the U.S. stock market including the perceived security that the U.S. offered to victims of world wars and inflations. While the risk of exchange rate losses due to the U.S. dollar devaluation has discouraged new investment money in the U.S. recently, he stresses that the fundamental merits of investing in the U.S. will prevail in the long run.

The article looks at the U.S. stock market as of November 15, 1970. Topics include the economic recovery, unemployment rates, and high-multiple stocks. Companies discussed in the article include consumer products manufacturer Clorox Co. and insulation, roofing materials, and engineered products manufacturer Johns-Manville (J-M).

The article comments on the negative effects of the inefficient investment moves of the entrepreneurs in the U.S. in the 1960s on the economic trends in the stock market in 1970. According to the author, the investors in the past failed to carefully assess the financial state of their investments which threatened the future stability of the market. He mentions that the stock market cannot attract financiers since it has problems improving their confidence regarding the efficacy of the country's monetary, fiscal and economic policies.

The author analyzes the weak performance of the U.S. stock market in the last week of April 1970. He looks at the reason behind the decline in the Dow-Jones industrial stock average by .17 percent. He comments on magazine publisher Time Inc.'s resources to deal with the decline in the price of its stocks from its 1967 high of 115. He also discusses his optimism that U.S. Steel could generate earnings increases in 1970.

The article discusses outlooks for some stocks as of April 15, 1970. With moderation of inflation expected in the months ahead, holders of AT&T common shares are advised to sell at slightly above the market. Kellogg's acquisition of Canadian food processing company Salada Foods lifted Kellogg's 1970 earnings making it an attractive conservative investment. Oil stocks took a severe beating with Union Oil of California becoming a major casualty falling from 70 to 28.

The article discusses the fluctuation in stock prices in the first quarter of the fiscal year. It examines the question of whether pessimism is unwarranted given the Federal Reserve's awareness of the problems facing the American economy. Other subjects discussed are interest rates, long-term bonds, and the Control Data company.

In this article the author comments on the declining performance of the U.S. stock market during 1970. According to the author, many stocks have performed poorly, and the Dow-Jones industrial averages are back to the levels of six years ago, which indicates that equities are not necessarily a good hedge against inflation. The author says that this bear market will come to an end, but investors need to keep patience for the same.

The article discusses U.S. politics, finance, and government in December 1969, and recommends investment in various stocks. Particular focus is given to the policies of the administration of U.S. President Richard Nixon, inflation, and bank crediting. The author also comments on labor demands, the gold market, and the performance of U.S. mutual funds.

The author offers an outlook for the U.S. stock market as of January 1, 1969. He thinks that the past year was a lucky one for most, despite the assassinations of activist Martin Luther King and Senator Robert Kennedy, the agony of Vietnam and racial tensions. He talks about currencies including the U.S. dollar, the British pound, and the German mark as he sees monetary unrest and eventual settlement in the year ahead. He expects wider swings in both directions favoring traders than investors.

The article analyzes the stock market during 1968 which was filled with surprises. The year is described to have had ups and downs in the market but with no cataclysmic declines with almost every industry group having at one time risen up. Europeans are presented to have purchased a substantial scale of American stocks. The new-issue market for common stocks is cited to have revived with indiscriminate buying as speculators just want to get a piece of any new issue that comes out.

The article focuses on the impact of the statement made by U.S. President Lyndon Johnson to limit the bombing of North Vietnam on the stock market. It mentions how the war increased the balance-of-payments deficit and inflation, affected overseas relations, and diverted money for war instead of helping the poor and rebuilding ghettos. It discusses the stock performances of several companies including Westinghouse Electric Corp., lumber company Boise Cascade LLC and toy company Milton Bradley.

The article offers an analysis of the U.S. stock market. The author talks about the trading volume on the New York Stock Exchange exceeding the 2-billion-share mark in October 1967. The author also notes that individual investors, except the short-term traders, are often not as flexible as many professionals have become in recent years. In addition, the author adds it is good to own stocks that are favored by the institutions.

The author offers an analysis of the U.S. stock market as of December 1966. He discusses the performance of document management company Xerox, whose August high of 235 fell to 125 1/2 in October and then recovered to over 200 a month later. He believes the strong performance in October-November may be carried into January 1967, attributed to the seasonal year-end strength and the cessation of tax selling.

The article presents an analysis of the U.S. stock markets as of February 1, 1954. It notes that the market rally demonstrates the faith of investors in the policies of U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower. It looks at his speeches in the U.S. Congress which highlighted his sound economic program and that anti-recession policies are in place in case business conditions deteriorate. The impact on the stock market of a proposed reduction on double taxation in dividends is also discussed.

The author talks about his preference for stocks selling at very low prices. His preferences is attributed to the belief on the easiness of a stock to rise from 10 to 15 for a 50 percent gain than from 100 and 150. The link between price and long-range investment performance is downplayed. Some of the stocks assessed are Christiana Securities, Tri-Continental Corp. and Automatic Canteen Co.

The author explores his views on the downside of the prevailing investment philosophy that it mattered more when to buy than what to buy. This selectivity is attributed to market technicians who sought to discern the trend. Apprehension over profit margins is attributed to the prevailing selectivity in the recent months prior to end of 1953. Suggestions for replacement in the medium-price class are Air Reduction, Howe Sound, and Wilson & Co.

The author talks about investments are part of New Year's resolutions of those who own common stocks. The need for investors to look at a company's past record and to appraise the future is stressed. An investment example is presented to downplay the link between a company's glorious past and a mediocre outlook. Three stocks are chosen as investment for the next 15 years.

The article offers an analysis of the stock market and the inflation and federal deficit caused by the mild letdown in business. U.S. Treasury Secretary Humphrey forecast that there is a deficit of 8 to 9 billion dollars for the 1954-55 fiscal year. The article discusses the renewed discussion on inflation and pessimistic budget prediction that belittles the effect of inflation and focuses on the business recession and the deflationary effect of individual and corporate earnings.

The article discusses the corporate earnings and dividends on the U.S. stock market as of November 15, 1953. Topics include an increase in the cash distributions of petroleum producer Standard Oil and steel company Inland Steel, a decrease in the value of stock index Dow-Jones Industrial Average, and comments concerning stocks that have failed to participate in the market recovery and their potential reinvestment.

The author presents an analysis of the U.S. stock market as of November 1953. The Dow-Jones industrial stock average's recovery from its mid-September 1953 low is noted. Decline in stock prices is driven by anticipation for a business recession. Oil stocks are cited as the stars of 1951-52. Cited by the article as attractive oil stocks are Atlantic Refining, Gulf Oil, and Ohio Oil.

The author expresses his thoughts on railroad stocks in the U.S. as of October 15, 1953. He discusses the strong interest of investors for railroad stocks. He says that the greater price volatility of railroad securities is the natural reflection of earnings fluctuations. The author mentions that the combination of lower revenues and increasing wage costs could cut net earnings of the industry from 1953 to 1954.

The article presents an analysis of the U.S. stock market as of October 1, 1953. The Dow-Jones industrial stock average has declined 40 points in September from January, while some 539 stocks on the New York Stock Exchange made new lows for the year. Inland Steel, one of the blue chips in the steel industry, has fallen to below 36, from a 1951 high of 62.5

The author analyzes the performance of the U.S. stock market in mid-summer of 1953. He reports a positive earnings reports for the first half of 1953 and notes that the dividend returns still compare favorably with bond yields, except for the high tax bracket investor, who he believes, might prefer the stability and liberal yields available on tax-free revenue bonds.

The article provides an analysis of the growth stock market in the U.S. as of August 1953. It discusses the misunderstanding and frequent abuse of the term growth stock in concealing deficiencies. It stresses the need for enterprises to increase its share of a growing market or to provide products and services receiving increased demand before it can be regarded as a growth company. Companies with a sales volume of between 10 and 100 million dollars are recommended to the average investor.

In the article, the author discusses developments in the U.S. stock market as of mid-July 1953. He claims that the stock market performed sluggishly up to early July and that no dramatic changes are expected in the usually dull months of July and August. He presents several railroad stocks that performed well, including Western Union, New York Central, and Pennsylvania Railroad.

In the article, the author discusses developments in the U.S. stock market as of July 1953. He cites the growing need for the so called defensive investments every time the market decline. He presents the two investment risks, namely, the loss in the market value of an investment and the loss in the purchasing power of the dollar. He suggests several defensive stocks, including Best Foods, Detroit Edison and Transamerica.

The article discusses the highlights of a convention by financial analysts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in April 1953. The delegates discussed and exchanged opinions on the outlook for business and the stock market. The author claims that majority of financial analysts who attended the meeting agreed that business activity will decline from the current peak levels and that the decline would include a cutback in military expenditures. He suggests to limit investments to top-grade companies.

The article discusses the possible impacts on stock prices of a ceasefire of the Korean War as of April 15, 1953. The author pays special attention to the economic aspects that peace might bring to U.S. industry. A review of U.S. military industry in the context of the Korean war is presented as well.

In this article, the author analyzes the performance of the U.S. stock market as of March 1953. Topics discussed include a decline in the performance of the steel industry during summer season, the efforts done by the administration of U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower to establish a free economy, and the function of the U.S. government in the field of economics. Also mentioned are government bonds, speculative stocks, and savings bonds.

The author discusses his analysis of the U.S. stock market as of March 1953. He notes that the decline of industrial and railroad stocks in February should not cause concern for market technicians. He explains the positive outlook for the entire soft drink industry, which includes the stocks of Pepsi-Cola and Coca-Cola. He explains the appreciation possibilities of the stock of ceramics manufacturer Gladding, McBean & Co.

In the article, the author discusses political and business developments in the U.S. as of February 1953. He claims that majority of the key men in the administration of U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower have accepted the call to serve their country patriotically. He examines several stocks, including International Paper, Halliburton Oil Well Cementing, and Atlantic Refining.

The author discusses the prospects for the U.S. stock market in 1953 with the advent of the Eisenhower Administration. According to the author, Eisenhower's Cabinet will be dominated by practical and experienced people who have been eminently successful in their career. The author adds that a government of businessmen could be expected to strive for a balanced budget at the expense of high taxes.

The author offers outlook for the U.S. stock market for 1953. The year 1952 ended with a blaze of optimism and confidence, says the author. Stock averages achieved the highest levels since 1930/1931, he adds. He stresses his opposition to marginal companies with the exclusion of auto company Packard and toy maker Lionel Corp.

The article discusses the impact of retired U.S. Army General Dwight Eisenhower's election as U.S. President on the country's stock market as of December 1, 1952. It highlights the changes in economic policy that the Eisenhower administration is likely to adopt and their impact on the market. It mentions that the market is optimistic about the restoration of confidence in the integrity of the dollar and the stability of the country's economic and social structure.

The article analyzes the performance of the U.S. stock market as of November 15, 1952. It notes that the general market is not responding favorably to good business news despite the strength in utilities and railroad stocks. Considerable apprehension over the future is reflected on the market. It is suggested that a gradual decline in defense spending could lead to a business recession.

The article offers an analysis on the Excess Profits Tax (EPT) in the U.S. It is stated that the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury has admitted that the tax is a bad one, and will be greatly modified as of November 1, 1952. It is noted that the tax actually puts a penalty on efficiency and good management. The author shares the effects of a possible termination of the EPT including a removal of the ceiling on earnings and the padded effect of tax relief in the event of a decline in profits.

The article assesses the business trend as of October 1952. It forecasts a new record high for the Federal Reserve Board index of industrial production. It assesses the impact of decrease in military spending on the U.S. economy, on business and on investor confidence. A table is presented that lists the author's recommended stocks to buy as investments for appreciation such as Cities Service, Continental Oil and Mid-Continental Petroleum.

The article offers tips on investing in the U.S. It argues that there is no such thing as a completely risk-less investment whether it be a bond or stock, property or any other asset. It discusses the difference between conservatism and prudence, and shows that conservative investors also face certain risks. The investment potential and risks of investing in the preferred and common stock of energy company Standard Gas & Electric Co. are analyzed.

The author offers a favorable business outlook on U.S. stocks for the rest of 1952. He recommends investments in selected chemical, oil and utility stocks including Detroit-Edison, Iowa-Illinois Gas & Electric, and Tri-Continental. He recognizes the favorable performance of railroad stocks as companies succeeded in keeping labor costs under control and despite the inflation and the alleged prejudice against the industry. A list shows selected railroad stocks for investment.

The article presents an outlook on the stock market relative to the upcoming presidential election in the U.S. in November 1952. It states that the stock market responded positively to the prospects of high business activity and liberalization of installment credit and home mortgage regulations. It also recommends stocks with high return on investments including Colgate-Palmolive-Peet Co., Cerro de Pasco and Transamerica.

The article discusses how the 1952 political conventions in Chicago, Illinois will affect the stock market. The consequences of whoever will be nominated by the Republican and Democratic parties are explored. Stock market analysts are advised not to be emotional, regardless of their own convictions and preferences. The domination of the stock market by calculated investment buying is highlighted.

The article discusses the benefit of investing in low-yield or depressed stocks because of their potential for appreciation in the future. It examines the preference for the opportunity to increase capital instead of depending on stocks with stable income. It explains the disadvantage of investing in American Telephone which pays the same amount of dividend for over 30 years. It explores the financial standing of shoe manufacturer Endicott-Johnson and the low price of its stocks.

The author analyzes the U.S. stock market as of May 15, 1952, with forecasters predominantly bearish and manufacturers and retailers gloomy. He observes that people seem to be afraid of a return to normal, with healthy competition and an excess of production, and that there are no speculative excesses to correct in Wall Street, excepting the possible vulnerability of Canadian oil shares. The author states that investors should avoid companies that can only be temporarily profitable.

The author offers advice to investors on choosing the right stock investment. Some things that investors should know about their brokers included their lack of interest whether investors buy stocks for investment or for speculation. He suggests being specific in stating the objectives and intentions to brokers and to avoid asking for the impossible. He notes that blue chip stocks command a premium price over securities of companies of less prominent standing.

The article presents investment options for widows. A widow will take home of an income of 100 U.S. dollars a month if she maintains 40,000 dollars with a life insurance company. She will also take less home if the money is kept in a savings account. The readiness of a widow to engage in financial stocks is determined by her willingness to take risks.