Research & Insight

Since 1992, CMG has embraced uncommon solutions –– the application of tactical investments as part of a progressive diversification philosophy –– to help investors successfully navigate the challenges of today’s investment world.

To enlighten those decisions, we make our insights, opinions, and research available in a variety of forms: Newsletters, white papers, economic commentary and weekly market updates. It’s a great library of information and it’s open 24/7/365. That way, you can drop by anytime.

On My RadarSteve's weekly debriefing identifies the most relevant market events of the past week and discusses how he sees these events impacting the market.See all On My Radar debriefings
Trade SignalsSteve's "risk on - risk off" call on market volatility and adjusting portfolio positioning for the market conditions. Steve illustrates his outlook on a weekly basis through the use of Sentiment Charts.See all Trade Signals
Quarterly PerformanceFacts and figures tell the story and help make decisions.See all quarterly performance reports
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Thoughts From MauldinWe've curated from John's most poignant weekly newsletters to provide you with what's happening in the economy and navigate the markets with confidence.See all Thoughts from Mauldin

Most Recent Stories

On My Radar: Notes from Park City—Understanding the Fed and Market Behavior - 03-6-2020

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March 6, 2020 By Steve Blumenthal “It will take considerable time — perhaps several quarters — before we can be confident that the virus has been contained. It will take even longer for the global economy to recover its footing.” - Letter from Sequoia Capital to Founders and CEOs of its [...]Read More >

Trade Signals – Supply and Demand Jaws Closing, and a Look at Long-Term Trend - 03-4-2020

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By Steve Blumenthal March 4, 2020 S&P 500 Index -- 3,003 Posted each Wednesday, Trade Signals looks at several of my favorite equity market, investor sentiment, fixed income, economic, recession and gold market indicators. Market trends persist over time and stem from changes in risk [...]Read More >

Thoughts from the Frontline: COVID-19: A Crisis the Fed Can’t Fix - 03-2-2020

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By John Mauldin February 28, 2020 For the last 3+ years, I have maintained it would take an “exogenous” event to send the United States into recession. Historically suboptimal growth? Sure, but sub-3% growth isn’t a recession. The coronavirus obviously qualifies as an exogenous event. But [...]Read More >

On My Radar: John Ray – I’m Calling the Bond Market Top (Low in Yields); It’s Got to Be Over - 02-28-2020

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February 28, 2020 By Steve Blumenthal “I hope nobody took President Trump’s “buy the dip” investment advice… The disruption to economic activity due to the coronavirus will be ongoing.” - David Rosenberg, Founder, Chief Economist, and Strategist, Rosenberg Research and Associates This morning, [...]Read More >

Trade Signals – Weakening Trend Data, Daily Sentiment Reflecting Fear - 02-27-2020

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By Steve Blumenthal February 26, 2020 S&P 500 Index -- 3,116 Posted each Wednesday, Trade Signals looks at several of my favorite equity market, investor sentiment, fixed income, economic, recession and gold market indicators. Market trends persist over time and stem from changes in risk [...]Read More >

On My Radar: This is EUPHORIA. Wait for PESSIMISM - 02-21-2020

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February 21, 2020 By Steve Blumenthal “While no one wishes to incur losses, you couldn’t prove it from an examination of the behavior of most investors and speculators. The speculative urge that lies within most of us is strong; the prospect of a free lunch can be compelling, especially when [...]Read More >

Trade Signals – HY Trend, Credit Conditions and Recession Indicators are Key Bear Market Indicators - 02-19-2020

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By Steve Blumenthal February 19, 2020 S&P 500 Index -- 3,389 (open) Posted each Wednesday, Trade Signals looks at several of my favorite equity market, investor sentiment, fixed income, economic, recession and gold market indicators. Market trends persist over time and stem from changes in [...]Read More >

On My Radar: Growth vs. Value (Like it’s 1999) - 02-14-2020

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February 14, 2020 By Steve Blumenthal "Investing is the intersection of economics and psychology.” "The economics, the valuation of the business, is not hard. The psychology—How much do you buy? Do you buy it at this price? Do you wait for a lower price? What do you do when it looks like the [...]Read More >

The Next “Minsky Moment” Is Inevitable - 02-14-2020

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Trade Signals – Bullish Equity and Fixed Income Trends Charge On, Despite Global Concerns of Coronavirus - 02-12-2020

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By Steve Blumenthal February 12, 2020 S&P 500 Index -- 3,370 (open) Posted each Wednesday, Trade Signals looks at several of my favorite equity market, investor sentiment, fixed income, economic, recession and gold market indicators. Market trends persist over time and stem from changes in [...]Read More >

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