For months on end, the talking heads have been blathering on incessantly about whether we’re in a “recession” or not. And now, stocks are showing some signs of life, so the latest question is: Are we done with the bear market? Of course, we’ve been saying we’re heading into a bear market since February… We were talking about a recession as far back as fall 2007…and frankly we don’t see what they’re all seeing.

So we thought we’d take a step back to analyze what’s really going on here.

This week, our newest market analyst David Newman takes you step by step through the sections of the economy that are still suffering and gives you a two-step investment play to avoid the worst of the hits.

Plus, Eric Roseman has the latest on what’s going on in the bleeding commodity sector in our two-part series on Monday and Tuesday.

Until Next Weekend,
Kathlyn Von Rohr
Weekend A-Letter Editor

August 18 – August 22

This Is a Correction, Not the End of the Commodity Bull Market Part I
8/18/08 By Eric Roseman

Gold is dropping. Oil continues to give us all a “break” at the pumps. And the dollar is starting to rally with earnest. Does that mean the commodity bull is winding down?

This Is a Correction, Not the End of the Commodity Bull Market Part II
8/19/08 By Eric Roseman

It’s been suggested several times this year that we’re in a repeat of the 1970s commodity bull market. But the truth is the 21st century commodity bull is very different. Find out how you can take advantage of this key distinction.

Stealth Wealth Protection: What It Is and How to Get It
8/20/08 By Mark Nestmann

Want true asset protection? Then whatever you do, don’t say the words “asset protection.” Here are several other practical solutions for protection your long-term assets from lawsuits and creditors without waving any red “asset protection” flags.

Why this Small Haven’s Bank Secrecy Is Still Alive and Well
8/21/08 By Bob Bauman

The latest headline-grabbing news in this historic banking haven has politicians and journalists asking if Liechtenstein’s banking secrecy is on its way out. But in reality, the privacy is alive and well. Find out how you can take advantage of it.

Is the Bear Hibernating Already?
8/22/08 By David Newman

Sectors are still bleeding. Housing is still a mess. It’s obvious this bear market isn’t going anywhere soon. So where can you hide in the meantime?