October 6, 2026 “There have always been ghosts in the machine. Random segments of code, that have grouped together to form unexpected protocols. Unanticipated, these free radicals engender questions of free will, creativity, and even the nature of what we might call...
Under the Surface August 3, 2026 The market may not be as calm as it looks. While the earnings season remains strong and the S&P 500 finished July essentially flat, potential volatility is being fueled by internal rotation, geopolitical tensions, and interest-rate...
July 6, 2026 “I guess I should warn you, if I turn out to be particularly clear, you’ve probably misunderstood what I’ve said.” Alan Greenspan I hope this letter finds you well and that you enjoyed the 250th July 4th celebrations over the past...
Red, White, and a Booming Market July 1, 2026 Markets just posted their best quarter in 20+ years, so what’s next? In this month’s First Week video, Walter outlines the strong rebound and unpacks the cracks that may be starting to show beneath the surface. From Fed...
Will AI Burst? June 2, 2026 “You’re looking at roughly 50% of the S&P being concentrated in technology and technology-related stocks. It’s actually a little higher if you include names from other sectors. We haven’t seen that level of concentration since...