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A MUST stock that shoots up during Bad times and Good
This company is an American icon just like hot dogs, ice cream, apple pie and Chevrolet. Americans,true to form, have a love affair with this icon and are buying these company's products any way they can. The good news is the Chinese have little chance of making any inroads in this market as the company is protected by the constitution. Vendors of their products are everywhere and there is an active resale market for used products and depreciation is not a big issue. It is in demand by all walks of life, both rich and poor and its products are valuable for obtaining more wealth as well as safeguarding assets.Used by young and old.but not recommended for the very young although the product has been used in the past and present by children as a toy. You must be aware of risks, especially serious health problems. Breathing problems frequently occur to persons who have been administered this product, so I recommend buying the shares instead. Its price has shot up and recent day and profits have gone ballistic. Smith and Wesson trades on the NASDAQ under the symbol SWHC
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B4Hera, I can empathize with your confusion. Let me start by saying that all wealth is a gift from the Creator in that it originates from what has been created, i.e. ultimately ALL wealth comes out of the earth whether soil or water where things can grow, minerals can be extracted and with added human labour turned into useful products so i have to disagree with your definition of an "ethical" investor. Oil and gas are useful products, in fact our primary source of ENERGY that is essential for life on this earth, as are hundreds of elements that man has discovered and learned to use for his own benefit, so I can not include "mining" as something and ethical investor should avoid, but I would advocate investing in companies that are environmentally responsible and do not pollute the planet.
Getting drunk is not a solution, investing in hard assets is. Gold and silver have been MONEY for at least 5000 years, our fiat paper substitutes are nothing more than "counterfeits" designed to make the bankers rich and steal your labour in the form of inflation which is inevitable in a debt based money creation system. It is as sure as the rising of to-morrows sun, in case you haven't yet figured this out, INTEREST is mathematically impossible on a long term basis simply because it operates the same as any other Ponzi scheme. "Every bank loan is a new creation of money and when it is paid back, ceases to exist" testimony of Canada's central Banker Graham Towers before Parliament in 1939; which simply means that as long as this iniquitous system is allowed to be perpetuated, you and I and every citizen of the planet will remain "DEBT SLAVES" unable to free ourselves from the yoke that was placed on us by the passing of the Federal Reserve Act in 1913! How can I say that you ask, very simply, as long as our currency, (medium of exchange) is allowed to be created out of thin air by private bankers as DEBT on which interest must be paid, then this Ponzi scheme will only end when the masses wake up and will no longer tolerate the fruits of their labour being stolen by people who have not earned it by their own labour.
The simple fact is that this deceptive system can only exist as long as there are people willing to go into debt and pledge viable collateral for loans to expand the money supply which must be exponentially renewed with new ones (roll overs) that not only replaces the principal, but also the accrued interest, which can do nothing more than accumulate as a "pyramid of DEBT" since the INTEREST under the system as it exists is never created, and mathematically must eventually self-destruct, a situation that is already well advanced if you look at the world situation realistically.
ADVICE, I can only suggest that you do some research on the purchasing power of gold and silver compared to fiat currencies, few of which last even 100 years, until you are firmly CONVICTED that ONLY gold and silver a re REAL MONEY and any paper substitute is COUNTERFEIT, only then are you equipped to make intelligent investments. Don't listen to the popular media which are nothing more than "shills" for the status quo, EDUCATE YOURSELF and one of the recent books that will help you do that is THE CRASH COURSE by Chris Martenson PHD that covers all these topics in very readable detail. I am about half way through the book and am very impressed with the depth of his research and knowledge that parralels my own over 50 years. I also suggest you go to my profile page and read everything else i have written and check out my website as well.
thinker70
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If I wanted to be an Ethical investors I would not invest in mine ,oil,gas or guns. But I invest my money to make money and frankly I am not doing a good job. So here is my question, where will the price of gold be in december. With all the fuss with Q3 , China dealing without using the US dollars in there commerce with different nation, gold manipulation by bank and hedge funds. Will gold be used in the future as a common dominator for currency? What will be silver value in that context? Then what mine to invest in or should I invest in beer and wine so I will get so drunk that all of this wouldNt matter anymore. Thank you for any advice!
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OK southpen, Lets turn the page. You and I cannot do much to alter things, however We can works together to safeguard our wealth by choosing the right investments during these unusual times. How about them precious metals aand look at platinums bounce.
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The American obsession over the right to bear arms is insane. Especially the type of weapons they are able to buy. Canadian and especially Mexican law enforcers do not like it because of the smuggling of arms from the US to their countries, making some of their law breakers even better armed then they are. The Mexicans for years have pleaded for stronger American gun control.
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No offense taken Frank. I'm not an advocate of guns.I understand those who want them ,but choose not to carry or own firearms of any kind. Extreme measures for protection of oneself or ones country usually end up in situations worse than they were. ie; the U.S. response to 911..Most of it was BS.,imo.
I'm not afraid of bandits,junkies,hoods and terrorists.I need no protection from anything despite what the rhetoric says.The question to me is ,"Does the U.S. Government have the right to tell people how to protect themselves ?" I say ,NO. If somebody feels holding a handgun in their home is necessary for their protection,Who am I to say they're wrong,even if the situation is as blown out of proportion as 911.
I was previously saying what the general opinion of some Americans is and why.
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No offence southpen, but your argument in favour of possessing a gun is about as thin as turnip soup. A quick look at statistics for 2010 shows 4.2 homicide gun deaths per 100,000 while in Canada it stands at 1.6. If you factor accidental gum deaths, I am sure the gap would be even higher. Takes a look at this. www.opposingviews.com/i/society/crime/gun-deaths-indiana-surpass-traffic.... Damn I couldn't link up but I understand in another poll 55% of tea party supporters favour bringing guns to church.Back to adding creedence to my comments the USA had 31,236 firearms deaths in 2009 while the UK had 42. As for Indiana statisticvs, IO did not take into account that maybe Indiana is a state with excellent drivers and few traffic accidents hmmm.
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I realize many Americans are very passionate about their "right to bear arms" and many in the militia do consider it a defence against tyrannical government which is the road down which America seems to be headed. At some yet to be defined point there is bound to be a clash between citizens who uphold freedom as the highest ideal and a government that can only uphold its draconian laws with the use of force. When the economy breaks down, which it inevitably will without reform of a debt based monetary system, the government will, if they deem it necessary impose martial law and seek to disarm its citizens. The idealists who shout defiantly that they will "have to pry my weapons from my cold dead hands"may just get their wish. Those who think that they can with convential small arms stand up against the might of the U.S. military, its drones and increasingly intrusive intelligence gathering apparatus are dreaming in technicolor. Unfortunate that it may have to come to that, but the evidence so far points to an eventual police state where the freedoms we currently take for granted are non existant. The Constitution has already been giutted and is unlikely to be restored unless the controlled 2 party system is broken.
thinker70
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I take it that you mean on your way home.,Frank The American Constitution , Amendment 2 which is the Right to Bear Arms, is one of the most controversial topics within the Amendments because there is a lack of clarity on whether it was meant to encourage people in their homes to keep firearms for their own personal protection or to be able to quickly assemble to defend their lands with their neighbors through the local militia.
Even if it could be proven that it was meant only for the able bodied men that belonged to the militia (now the National Guard),it would never pass Congress to change the meaning of the interpretation because the political backlash would simply be too great.
Majority means nothing if the minority is rich and powerful. I suppose shorting stocks that are involved in the manufacturing of firearms is the only political-economic statement someone can make that actually might work to change a lobbyists so called passion for his cause .,mainly because it hurts in him where he is most vulnerable ,in his wallet. Still not likely ,in my opinion.
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Thank God I live in Canada When I visit the USA which is not often, upon crossing the border, I cannot explain it but I have a feeling of relief and safety and comfort that comes over me
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Hey Frank,this isn't directed at you or anyone in particular,I read all the posts ,some interesting comments. I just directed this post at you because it's your blog.
Why do Americans believe that automatic or semi automatic weapons are for self defense ?
The answer is that an individual with a knife or other dangerous weapon that can kill or mame just as efficiently as a gun,and can be on you, in 3 seconds from 20 feet away. Many people simply live in such dangerous surroundings that a handgun (for example) can be their only assured safety. Automatic weapons are for self defense against huge odds ,(like a gang)
Let me give you a scenario in a typical middle class Florida neighborhood . 2 neighbors don't get along. The bigger guy threatens to hurt the smaller guy. The smaller guy phones the police. The police say ,there is nothing they can or will do,until a crime is committed.The police further their explanation by telling the smaller man that police are not for personal protection ,but are hired to investigate crime and apprehend criminals. That's it !
The smaller man now knows ,if confronted by the bigger man,in public or even on his own property ,he cannot call the police to protect himself or others he may need to protect.. He can call them, for alleging a tresspassing situation ,but little good that will do if he is attacked. If he has a gun,the bigger man backs down. It's just as simple as that. Hopefully he won't use it but knowing he has a gun, keeps the bigger man at bay.
Guns are perceived as equalizers,where the smaller,lesser and weaker of us can stand up to larger,more agressive individuals. Florida has a law that says if somebody attacks you ,whether in your home or in a public domain ,(if you feel threatened ),you can kill them,legally.,in self defense.
Some or many Floridians choose to own rifles,claiming they are for hunting . Most,own them for protection of themselves and their property,mainly because the police have such limited roles in our society. In my opinion ,a huge waste of tax dollars Not because I'm anti-police but because our laws prevent the police from protection of people "before an incident happens" .Without some overwhelming evidence that you are being threatened.,little can be done to help the weaker people. That's a sad reality.. People are killed all the time ,but the general opinion is that most are those that went looking for trouble. I guess there's something to be said for not entering into an argument if it can be avoided ,because you might end up dead. Maybe there are fewer arguments,probably not.
All what I'm saying has got nothing to do with whether I agree with it or not. I'm simply telling some Canadians why some Americans believe that no restrictions on guns should exist.
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Aaron , so very truly said about the automatics. perhaps some day it may happen. When I compar Canada to the USA, there is such a vast different.
Lets look at some history(not pleasant) Befor the WWII Poland had this issue of registry of all arm ,and no buts. Germany took them over, and who did they go after to disarm
the country. They got the list.and cleaned up the issue.
What I am saying is to think twics about the regisyry and where it can go.Yes it is getting out of hand as there are too many younger people other there who are carrying a gruge...
This will go on and on until some law comes into place...
You take care
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The US needs to permanently ban automatic rifles. No civilian needs an automatic rifle, only soldiers. When or if that happens would be a great time to short this stock.
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I agree with scottiepimps59, I would not go long the stock, because of my feelings about guns, but I would watch for opportunities to short the company.
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Fortunayely for these punks, I am not in charge. As well as prisom, I would have their trigger finger surgically removed
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Gangs in Toronto are becoming quite brazen, shootings are definitely on the rise. It has been said that "guns don't kill people, other people do" but at the least there should be automatic penalties, and very severe ones for even threatening someone with a gun let alone commission of a crime. Hand guns should not be available to the public, unless licensed and trained to use it, and misuse as stated should be automatic and SEVERE. If a person faced an AUTOMATIC 5 years for possession of an unlicensed gun and 10 for commission of a crime with it, maybe some of these young punks would think twice before shooting someone they have a grudge against.
I know that is not a popular message in the U.S. where the right to bear arms is part of the Constitution, but in most cases it is not those who stand for this "right" who are misusing their firearms, and here in Canada I think the problem is one of lax immigration laws, we are simply allowing to many undesirables into the country.
thinker70
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Hey Frank,, Toronto is not the only city that has their games with cops and robbers, did you know it good old USA you can pick up your goodies as easy as getting a cheese burger.
Have a good day
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Yes, It's probably worth a shot
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A fear index for sure!! This stock is tried and true and will rally during a crisis. Probably whoever wins in Nov this stock will take a bump.
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For investors who take me too seriously,sometimes my message is found by reading between the lines as is this blog which is intended to add some humour to a not so funny state of affairs in the USA. The product is not as popular in Canada with the exception of select neighbourhoods such as the Jane and Finch area of Toronto.
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I call SWHC my fear index. I shorted this stock from $9.55 down to $7.66 for a quick 20%. On the sidelines now.