January 19, 2025
At the core of Global Markets Week In Review lies a bold and transformative mission: to democratize financial literacy and empower individuals worldwide to break free from the dominance of the financial services industry. For over a century, the power of the Humongous Bank & Broker (HB&B) has eroded individual autonomy, influenced decisions, and shaped market narratives to their advantage. This report is my contribution to addressing one of the world’s most pressing problems—the lack of financial and market literacy—by fostering a global movement of independent thinkers and decision-makers.
I envision creating the definitive resource for Socratic model education linked to actionable market information. This means not just presenting facts, charts, and tables but fostering critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and a deep understanding of the concepts and processes underpinning financial markets. Through this approach, I aim to reach people at every stage of their financial journey, from beginners seeking to understand the basics to seasoned professionals refining their strategies.
Guiding Values:
- Education Over Promotion: Unlike the financial industry’s self-serving narratives, this report prioritizes objective analysis and education. It will empower readers to rely on their reasoning and develop confidence in their decision-making.
- Integrity as the Foundation: I am committed to intellectual honesty and transparency in presenting market insights with over 55 years of experience in the financial industry and a proven track record of challenging powerful institutions.
- Empowerment Through Knowledge: By presenting facts, historical context, and practical insights, I aim to equip my subscribers with the tools to make independent and informed decisions, free from HB&B’s influence.
- Streamlined for Action: Recognizing my audience’s varied needs, this report is designed to serve busy professionals who need quick, actionable insights and deep learners who want comprehensive, study-worthy content.
- A Coach, Not a Dictator: My role is not to dictate decisions but to guide readers toward self-reliance. By exposing them to my thought process and to market facts, I hope to inspire them to think critically and independently.
The Path to Change:
To achieve this vision, Global Markets Week In Review will:
- Deliver weekly updates with facts and analysis drawn from a robust foundation of about 200 tables and charts, providing both single-period insights and inter-period trend analysis.
- Incorporate iterative feedback from a growing community of learners, ensuring the report evolves with the needs of its audience.
- Offer various formats (e.g., short summaries, medium-length insights, and full-length educational tools) to cater to diverse reader preferences.
- Link market data to timeless principles, fostering an enduring understanding of navigating markets independently and effectively.
The Ultimate Goal:
To win the intellectual competition against the financial services industry by proving that independent, informed decision-making leads to superior outcomes. By guiding readers to take ownership of their financial futures, I aim to create a ripple effect that promotes financial independence, market literacy, and a more equitable system.
This is more than a weekly market report; it is a movement for empowerment, integrity, and change. Together, we will challenge the status quo and redefine what it means to be a “student of the market.”
Cara Community, let’s build this legacy, one week at a time.