This Matters More to the Markets Than the Election
Political pundits love to explore whether stock markets do better under Democratic or Republican leadership. You may have had this debate with friends or family as well.
You may not want to hear this, but the truth is... it largely doesn't matter.
Depending on how you count or how far back you look, you get different answers. Not to mention, each president inherits an economy from his predecessor. Shouldn't you adjust for that? By how much?
The truth is that the machinations of the Federal Reserve, the economy, and the thousands of businesses and millions of individuals wash out most of the effects a president can have on the stock market. Focus on those rather than a single election. Sometimes something like a big tax cut can boost stocks, but that's a rarity.
We would forgive you if this election did feel more important than others... The world feels more polarized, and the parties seem further apart than they have been in a long time – even more than they did back in 2020.
Uncertainty and fear are everywhere... And as option sellers in my Retirement Trader newsletter, we couldn't be more excited.
I recently went on camera to explain why the upcoming election is giving us a tremendous opportunity for profits in the months to come. It doesn't matter which guy is in the White House. We come out as winners.
This video was taken offline earlier this week. But I convinced my publisher to open it up again – today – as a special, last-chance viewing offer for Health & Wealth Bulletin readers.
If you haven't seen it yet, click here to watch it before it gets taken down for good.
Here's to our health, wealth, and a great retirement,
Dr. David Eifrig and the Health & Wealth Bulletin Research Team
April 27, 2024
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Reader question of the week...
Q: What's your opinion on olive oil? Have read that the olive oil you buy at the store is not very good or could even be fake. Thanks. – P.H.
A: A quick stroll through your grocery store will reveal a few different types of olive oil. The differences are in the pressing and refinement processes. And you'll also find different tiers of quality, though you won't see literal "fakes" at a legitimate supermarket.
Extra virgin is the highest-quality olive oil and uses no chemicals in the pressing process. It should also be cold pressed because higher temperatures affect the quality of the oil.
Extra-virgin olive oil contains monounsaturated fatty acids ("MUFAs," which – like "PUFAs," or polyunsaturated fatty acids – are another healthy form of fat that promotes cardiovascular health and provides vital nutrients) and the most antioxidants compared with other olive oils. It's the type we recommend adding to your diet.
Other types include virgin (which has a higher acidity due to riper olives), pure (a mix of virgin and refined olive oils), and light (which refers to the lighter taste).
And keep in mind, a specialty shop will always tell you their stuff is better than the competition. But wherever you're shopping, here's how you can tell for yourself whether you're getting the top quality...
Read the label – Some of the cheaper brands claim to be from Italy, for example, but if you look at the back of the bottle, the label probably lists several countries where the olives might be from. Try looking for single-origin brands.
Glass is best – If the oil experienced problems when it shipped (including mishandling or exposure to heat), a plastic container could leach chemicals into the oil.
Buy dark bottles – Clear bottles allow too much light to pass through, which can reduce the oil's quality.
And if you haven't already, read our issue addressing the recent "fake olive oil" headlines here.
We know that not everyone lives in an area that has lots of olive oil options. Two of my researchers have used OliveOilLovers.com to order for themselves and their families. You can find olive oils from all over the world, different harvests, and many different types of oils. And the company takes special care to keep the oil temperature controlled and away from light. (We don't get any compensation from recommending this company.)
While we're on the subject, let me restate that I love using olive oil as a substitute for less healthy cooking oils, salad dressing, butter, or margarine. (Stop using margarine immediately... It's loaded with unhealthy fats.)
Extra-virgin olive oil is perfect for dipping or for dressing salads. And you can use refined olive oil (the light stuff) as a butter substitute for general cooking (or even baking) or mix it with extra-virgin olive oil.
One concern people have when cooking with olive oil is its low "smoke point." That's the temperature at which your oil starts sending up bluish smoke. Regular olive oil (not extra virgin) shouldn't start smoking until around 406 degrees Fahrenheit, so stay below that temperature to avoid these potentially harmful fumes. Also heat your pans up slowly, run your oven exhaust, and crack a window to minimize any effects from smoky oil.
Keep sending your questions, comments, and suggestions our way. We read every e-mail... feedback@healthandwealthbulletin.com.
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