Monday, May 3, 2010

I hope everyone had a great May-Day weekend, I know the weather was great here in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. Futures are positive this morning and the markets will have opened by the time I publish this post.  The market seems to reflect positive thoughts on the Greece bailout deal.

The Kirk Report published a very informative list of reading items yesterday in his “Weekender” edition (Members Only – this is a very inexpensive and worthwhile investment – please let me know if you need further information on how to become a member of his site).  It’s not too late to read up on these weekend newsworthy items.

This morning, I received a copy via email of the Harvard Business School Working Knowledge newsletter.  Some interesting – very interesting – articles are listed and linked below:

What Is the Future of MBA Education?

Summing Up: Why Are Fewer and Fewer U.S. Employees Satisfied With Their Jobs?

When Other Companies Compete Like Crazy, Dare to Be Different

Apple launched the 3G ipad and continues the momentum it has built thus far, exceeding 1 million ipads sold within one month of the official launch (obviously taking pre-sale orders helps this number).

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is having it’s annual shareholder meeting right now.  Buffett said to CNBC, “the economy is showing real signs of strength.”

The board members of UAL and Continental have approved a merger to create the world’s largest airline. 

Consumer Spending in the United States rose by most in five months, even as personal income rose less, equating into families tapping into savings accounts to make purchases.

News and Blogs from Finviz… 

Earnings Calendar for today…

Busy week today.  Stay organized and relax when needed.