Is Icahn Enterprises a Ponzi Scheme?

Carl Icahn has generated one of the best long-term investment track records in history, but he has also made a lot of powerful enemies over the years. Now the prominent short-selling firm, Hindenburg, is targeting Icahn and his company. Here’s why we are keeping IEP in our model portfolio.
Read More …

I Almost Went to Jail in Qatar – Here’s What I Learned

The tiny, gas-rich country is opulent, uptight…and weak on the rule of law. Editor’s Note: We’re turning this week’s issue of Something You Don’t Know over to Porter & Co. publisher Kim Iskyan, for a boots-on-the-ground report from the Middle Eastern country of Qatar – which is at the crossroads of the global fossil fuels
Read More …

Housing is On Its Knees And Corporate America Isn’t Far Behind

Homebuilders have reported fewer new construction starts every month since March. That’s the longest stretch of declines since the housing crisis of 2007. And homebuyers have even begun walking away from their deposits – cancellations are above 15% for the second consecutive month. You’re receiving Something You Don’t Know as part of your complimentary subscription
Read More …