April 4, 2011 Hunker Down: Consensus: Groundhog Decade For Stocks

April 4, 2011

One of my favorite analysts for secular or long-term market thoughts is Ed Easterling from Crestmont Research.  Ed does a great job of really explaining what drives the stock market long term.  He offers great insight for both the sophisticated and retail investor.  If you love data and graphs and charts, Ed has them.  If you get overwhelmed by data and just want the bottom line, Ed almost always provides key take aways to keep you from getting overwhelmed.

Below is a recent article Ed wrote addressing the stock market’s valuation.  I highlighted all of his key take aways for you if you prefer to just “get the facts” if you will..  For those of you who really love data and definitions, certainly read the whole article as it contains great insight.

At a minimum, I would highly recommend reading page 8.

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