THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT SHUTS DOWN

Astoria, New York
The government shuts down after Obama Care was turned by the Republicans. Some services will not be affected. They will include active military personnel, TSA and traffic control agents as well as Social Security and Medicare Services. The shutdown could cost taxpayers about 1 billion per week and experts say it could shave 1/3 percent of GDP for the 4th quarter of 2013.

THE REAL ECONOMIST SEES DANGERS AHEAD FOR THE DOW

New York City,
With a strong market up to August, the Dow has managed to get deep into 15000 plus area. But yesterday, the support level at 15000 has collapsed and now the Dow finds itself in a free fall scenario that could push it at least 10 percent lower by mid October (13500 area ). With the possibility of Fed tightening finally becoming more real, interest rates could move much higher and strengthening of the dollar also against the euro could take effect. " This is something that I have been looking at as we see lofty valuations for many of the Dow components. With a strong summer, I don't expect the fall to be kind. Also, adverse international events could always trigger adverse events for the multinationals. Even though there are dangers for the blue chips, I still see opportunities for a selection of smaller caps. " FPG.

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2013 BUON ANNO 2013

LOVE AND BEAUTY FOR SILVIO BERLUSCONI IS IN NAPLES

New York City,
Silvio Berlusconi finds love in Naples. Francesca Pascale, 28 years old, is a beautiful woman not only outside but most imortant inside says Berlusconi. I Hope she can sing to him some beautiful songs including the Neapolitan dialect songs. Good Luck Silvio.

1010 WINS: 4 OUT OF 5 COMPANIES CAUTION ON 4 TH QTR 2012

* THIS IS AN ALERT

FPG EXPECTS DOW TO HIT 12000 IN OCTOBER 2012

THIS IS AN ALERT. STORY TO FOLLOW.

THE REAL ECONOMIST SALUTES GOLDFIELD AND ITS TURNAROUND

The Goldfield Corporation ( AMEX : GV) has become the wonder stock of the American Stock Exchange. It traded near at about a quarter ( 25 cents ) for Santa on Christmas week just 6 1/2 months ago. Now it has rewarded those investors with 10 bags as it broke $ 2.50 on Friday putting at risk its 2 decade high of $ 2.80, just another bag away. The question for investors is how many more bags can GV handle in this upsurge that began earlier this year. With analyists and institutions taking aim at it lately and the company coming out with mighty earnings reports, GV could easily be the best stock of the Amex and beyond for calendar year 2012. Goldfield is a electrical construction and real estate development company in the South East with a presence in many states. Founded in 1906, it is the oldest company on the American Stock Exchange. For additional info, please review available sources. The RealEconomist blogspot monitors penny stock and affirms the necessity of markets for a strong economy.

MANY AMERICANS LIKE TO PAY MORE FOR NUMBER ONE

Astoria, New York
" Let me pay more because the product is better, I feel better, the company is better, the salesman is better. " are the comments of many American consumers in the Queens area. Companies that deliver innovation, advertising, superior product image are winning the show as they hook up consumers who become addicted to paying more causing higher profit margins for star companies like Apple and McDonald's  " I always say that profit margins are the key to success and these above mentioned companies are able to do better than their rivals and many american consumers are following the trail in supporting them. Apple's computers might offer better value at a higher price but my HP is sufficient in doing the job for me at a lower price. Apple 's stock has been the spark to the Nasdaq's gain in the last few months as the company continues to grow fast in every way from revenues to earnings to quantity of products sold. For McDonald's I repeat better value as I believe Wendy's is offering better quality and value at a lower price. And while Wendy's ( of which I nibbled at it lately)  has been capturing market share by taking second place from Burger King in the hamburger business, its much lower profit margin keeps it from gaining success in the financial markets. Both Apple and McDonald's are considered number one and many Americans feel that the right way to go is to go with the flow. I, on the other hand, am a contrarian and I feel that price without sacrificing quality is the right way to go.

WAR AGAINST PARTHIA SIMILAR TO US WAR AGAINST MID EAST NATIONS

Astoria, New York

If Rome went to was against Parthia, it was because it was attacked. In 161 AD, the roman province of Syria was attacked by the Parthians seeking to expand their decadent empire. Rome had enjoyed a Pax Romana under some of its good emperors. Now, it had to go back to war as the co emperors Varus and Marcus Aurelius needed to stop the threat. It took just about 4 years to invade and conquer the parthian capital. Back then, the Romans didn't have what America has today. Jets,tanks,missiles and all the costly 9 yards of technology. But in both circumstances, these war have depleted the treasuries and financial system. Emperor Marcus Aurelius auctioned his own private imperial belongings in a sign of sacrifice. He also looked at raising money by increasing taxes. In America, cutting expenses and raising taxes have been the agenda for the last few years.

Back in roman times, spoils of war and taxing the new conquered provinces would help boost the finances. Today, the fight against terror and dictators, democracy and hope for future business contracts are the norm. In both instances the population makes the sacrifice and in both instances the politicians would like to bring conflicts to a faster end if plausible. In both instances there are people just like Marcus Aurelius who know the finances are in trouble way before it takes its toll and others who keep being careless in their spending. Please visit YouTube.com and watch videos on the Roman Empire.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP4U-Mz0vy8

BREAKING NEWS : LOS ANGELES UNDER SIEGE BY ARSONISTS

CARS AND PROPERTY BEING SET ON FIRE , WILL THE LAPD CATCH WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?

Astoria , New York

" Barbarians and pirates are setting cars on fire. These are savages and enemies of the civilized Americans. Barbarians and pirates destroy and feast on the hard work of the American civilians. Its up to the LAPD to stop this monguls from continuing their seige on Los Angeles. Perimeter security, cameras, intelligence and whatever is needed should be used to stop them. "

TAX SELLERS FINALIZE TODAY FOR 2011 LOSSES

Astoria , New York

With the 2011 market year coming to the end, tax sellers have only a few hours left in the United States to sell their position to get a tax loss on their tax return. Some sellers came in late this week to sell their positions. Selling their stocks late may cause price fluctuations to the downside especially for micro caps. Swaps from one equity to another could be a valuable tool here, since tax sellers have to wait one month before repurchasing the sold equity. " Also, beginning with 2011 , 1099 statements now disclose the purchase as well as the sell price of each transaction. This will allow the taxing authority to view if there is a gain or loss on each trade for tax purposes. " FPG added.

MERRY CHRISTMAS 2011