Category: US News

Fundamental Economic Data Still Strong

US Unemployment is at record lows, but may be sneaking up a little in the next few weeks as global markets fluctuate a bit.  At 5.3%, unemployment is now almost half of its peak of 10% in October 2009.  The…

Embracing Change

Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with a commercial lending executive in Oklahoma City who made a very keen observation about the banking industry: “If there’s anything constant in banking, it’s change.” It gave me pause, as I couldn’t…

Manufacturers Poised For Solid 2nd Half of Year

The Institute for Supply Management recently reported that its purchasing managers’ index edged up to 53.5 in June from 52.8 in May.  The ISM report showed factory orders and employment in June stood at their highest readings since December 2014. …

The War For Talent Continues

The War For Talent Continues More than a quarter-million Americans turn 65, and every month approximately 10,000 people retire. The recession may have delayed the inevitable for a time, but as the stock market continues to rebound there are signs…