Updated Returns For Our “Blended” Investment Strategy, as of March 1st, 2013
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Don’t Blame the NFL Replacement Refs and Owners; Blame “The Union”
September 25, 2012 2 Comments
Here is today’s Wake-Up Call. Take a look. If you’d like to receive your own FREE subscription, simply send an email to TSchoenberger@TheBlackBayGroup.com with the word “subscribe” in the subject line and we’ll add you to The BlackBay Group’s distribution list.
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Don’t Blame the NFL Replacement Refs and Owners; Blame “The Union”
By: Todd M. Schoenberger, @TMSchoenberger
Oh, the anger! The complaints! The act of throwing your shoe at the television! Any idea what I’m talking about? The NFL replacement refs, of course!
Funny, but only half of the NFL fans seem to be unhappy with these replacement refs, while the other half think they’re the best thing since the chicken wing was discovered. Simply put, if you’re on the losing end of the scoreboard, you want blood. If you’re on the winning side, the replacements refs are your new BFF.
The brouhaha is about “poor” officiating and the ridiculous comment about the “integrity” of the game. Seriously? A sport that recently had to deal with bounties, gambling, domestic abuse and criminal behavior is worried about the “integrity” because a couple of humans running around in zebra stripes are making a few bad calls? Gimme a break.
But since this is a country that loves to point fingers and pass the accountability check to the next guy, let’s look at who the real fools are in this debate: The NFL Referees Association; better known as “the union.”
Here are the numbers I want you to consider: In 2011, an NFL ref in his first year made an average of $78,000. An NFL ref in his fifth year earned an average of $115,000. And, the fella who is seasoned and been there for ten years earned $139,000. For those who qualify and make it to postseason play, refs earn substantially more.
And, oh yeah, this is for part-time work. Read more of this post
Tune-in or Tune-out! CNBC – Monday – 3:00
September 24, 2012 1 Comment
That’s right, folks! The BlackBay Group is returning for what is quickly turning out to be a regular Monday thing on CNBC. Same time, same day! What can we say except make sure you watch.
Details…Details…Details…
- Monday, September 24th
- CNBC
- 3:00pm EST
- Live from Philadelphia
Hope you can watch! It should be an instant classic.
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
Listen Up Wall Street! Bloomberg Radio – Thursday, September 20th – 12noon
September 20, 2012 3 Comments
It’s time to pay attention investors and traders! Yours truly returns to the “Trader Radar” segment on Bloomberg Radio – today, September 20th, at 12noon, EST. Look for lots of insight on the trading day and what the rest of the year is going to look like.
Details…Details…Details…
- Thursday, September 20th, 12:00pm EST
- Bloomberg Radio – “Trader Radar”
- Listen in New York City on 1190am and Sirius/XM channel 113
- Or, listen online at www.Bloomberg.com/radio
Hope you can tune-in!
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
Look Who’s Back…and talking
September 10, 2012 1 Comment
Hello folks! We’re going old-school again and bringing NYSE Institutional Floor Broker, Kenny Polcari, back into The BlackBay community. Many of you have asked for his sensational analysis and exceptional recipes. Well, guess what…it’s back!!
From today…(please spread the word):
By: Kenny Polcari, NYSE Institutional Floor Broker
The stock market stood up and celebrated a horrendous jobs report on Friday – the rally this past week reflects the idea that investors (traders) are expecting more sugar from the Fed….……if you did not hear – new jobs created came in at ……+96,000 new jobs – well below expectations of +140K and well below the +250k that we need to make any headway at all – Unemployment – came in at 8.1% – actually down from 8.3% but for ALL THE WRONG reasons….people just leaving the work force, giving up, no longer being counted…..
This is the old – bad news is good news – and since this was one of the worst NFP reports since the “recovery” began in 2009 – speculators quickly placed more bets on Uncle Benny and the Jets…..that we will hear the news of a new program this week…..
If you say that the mkt did not really react – you would be mistaken – remember that the mkt “overreacted” on Thursday after the ECB announcement of nothing……the mkt moved up some 237 pts and on Friday moved up another 14 pts…..the S&P closed the week at 1437 or some 2.5% for the week – closing out a new high for the year. But further evidence that traders are fully expecting QE3 from the Fed and guaranteed bond-buying from the ECB can be found in the currencies and precious metals markets.
First Europe – Since the ECB accommodation is “sterilized” their action means that the money comes from the Eurozone countries on behalf of their weakest siblings and no increase occurs in the euro currency supply. This should mean that the Euro should rise if the ECB pulls this sovereign bond-buying plan off in any significant measure. But in the States - the Fed accommodation is all about turning on the printing presses……just print more money – resulting in strong currency debasement, – meaning that the value of the dollar is going to be trashed – yet again and the dollar should fall on an actual QE3 program. So – with the Euro finding support and the dollar under pressure - precious metals, equities, food commodities should spike – as these are ALL priced in dollars….. Read more of this post
September Starts Strong for The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy
September 5, 2012 Leave a Comment
Hello folks!
A rough day in the markets yesterday, but The BlackBay Group was all over it. The Blended Investment Strategy hit another all-time high on Tuesday with a 
small gain. And considering the S&P 500 dropped (again), our strategy worked great for our investors.
Here are the stats, through Tuesday, September 4th:
For September: Blended Strategy is +0.02% vs -0.12% for the S&P.
For 2012: Blended Strategy is +33.24% vs +11.72% for the S&P.
Since Inception (3/15/10): Blended Strategy is +79.39% (RECORD HIGH) vs +22.12% for the S&P.
Now remember, the above returns do not include the 3.0% annual management fee and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Give us a call, though, and see if we can help you. Our toll-free number is 800-992-4630.
Thank you and talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
PRESS RELEASE: The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy™ Posts +8.17% Gain in August
September 4, 2012 5 Comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Karrie Butterfield, Communications Manager, 800-992-4630, KButterfield@TheBlackBayGroup.com
The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy™ Posts +8.17% Gain in August
Investor Demand Remains at All-Time High for Firm
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – September 4, 2012. The BlackBay Group, a specialized money management and investment firm, announced today its highly-acclaimed Blended Investment Strategy posted a return of +8.17% in August versus a gain of only 1.98% for the S&P 500.
In addition, the Strategy established a record all-time high in August. Since its inception on March 15, 2010, investors have enjoyed a return of +79.35% through August 31, 2012. To compare, the S&P 500 is +22.26% for the same time period.
“The best part of the Blended Investment Strategy is the consistency and its ability to help people,” said Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal at The BlackBay Group. “I really enjoy reading the success stories from our investors who have taken advantage of this strategy for their investment accounts. I couldn’t be more pleased.”
The Blended Investment Strategy, which uses a computerized calculation to determine daily trades, is widely considered one of the most transparent and easy-to-understand choices for investors and traders. The makeup of the strategy is one-third Precious Metals, one-third Oil & Gas, and one-third Real Estate; and uses no-load mutual funds from Profunds as the underlying investments.
“The common response we hear from new clients is ‘where have you guys been all my life’,” explained Todd Butterfield, President and CEO for The BlackBay Group. “Investors have lost patience with their brokers and investment managers. Realizing they have a successful product, with a two-and-a-half year track record, interest from investors is at a high for the firm.”
The designer and lead trader of the Blended Strategy is BlackBay Managing Principal, Todd M. Schoenberger; an eighteen-year veteran on Wall Street known for creating bold investment products for individual and institutional investors.
The returns do not include a 2.4 to 3% annual management fee and past performance in not necessarily indicative of future results. Interested investors are invited to learn more about The BlackBay Group by visiting the firm’s website at www.TheBlackBayGroup.com.
About The BlackBay Group
The BlackBay Group offers investment advisory services which encompass various investment objectives from conservative to aggressive, allowing the client to define specific objectives that meet his/her personal investment goals. The firm offers two distinct services to our clients:
Investment Supervisory Services: In discussions with the client, we establish certain investment goals consistent with the client’s personal situation and with his/her tolerance for risk. We then construct an appropriate portfolio, and monitor that portfolio on a continual basis.
Mutual Fund Trading Services: BlackBay Capital Advisors employs discretionary and computerized market timing systems for mutual funds, using strict technical market analysis. Our goal is to produce long-term competitive results with a reduction in both risk and downside market volatility.
For more information on The BlackBay Group and its investment services, please visit the firm’s corporate website at www.TheBlackBayGroup.com and blog at www.TheBlackBayGroupBlog.com.
In addition, be sure to join The BlackBay Group Community via Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter for more frequent updates.
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Investors Take Note: A Record Breaking August for The BlackBay Group
September 2, 2012 4 Comments
The returns are in for August, and if you’re still searching for the hottest and most consistent investment strategy for posting impressive returns, look no further.
The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy does it again! The Strategy closed out the final day of August in record high territory while knocking out another sensational month. Actually, the entire summer turned out to be extremely lucrative for our investors.
June posted a profit of +5.15%, July added +4.69%, and August tacked on an additional +8.17%. Yes, summer was terrific for the Blended Strategy investors and the firm.
Here are the updated returns, through Friday, August 31st. Take a look:
> For August: The Blended Strategy was +8.17% vs +1.98% for the S&P.
> For 2012: The Blended Strategy is +33.20% vs +11.85% for the S&P.
> Since Inception (3/15/2010): The Blended Strategy is +79.35% (RECORD HIGH) vs +22.26% for the S&P.
Now remember, the returns do not include a 2.4 to 3.0% annual management fee, and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
If you’re not investing with us yet, be sure to seriously consider it this month. Just give us a call at 800-992-4630 and we’ll provide you all the information you need. And, as always, feel free to review our website at www.TheBlackBayGroup.com.
Thank you,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
Final Trading Day of August; How Will the Blended Strategy Finish?
August 31, 2012 2 Comments
The numbers speak for themselves, that’s for sure!
It’s been another terrific month in regards to performance of The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy. We couldn’t be more proud. How will we finish the month? Well, we believe we’re positioned properly during what should be a very active final Friday of summer.
Here are the updated returns going into today:
> For August: The Blended Strategy is +5.29% vs +1.46% for the S&P.
> For 2012: The Blended Strategy is +29.67% vs +11.28% for the S&P.
> One-year (8/30/11-8/30/12): The Blended Strategy is +27.22% vs +15.38% for the S&P.
> Two-year (8/30/10-8/30/12): The Blended Strategy is +51.35% vs +33.42% for the S&P.
> Since Inception (3/15/10): The Blended Strategy is +74.59% vs +21.64% for the S&P.
A couple of key reminders: Returns do not include a 2.4-3.0% annual management fee and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Be sure to call us today for more information, including ways you can open an account. Our toll-free number is 800-992-4630. Thank you!
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
Updated Returns on The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy….. Sign-Up Yet??
August 29, 2012 1 Comment
First, we have some GIGANTIC announcements on The BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy coming out in September. When I say gigantic, I’m probably being conservative. You’re going to be SHOCKED!
So, get ready.
For now, take a look at these returns. And, be sure to open an account. Nothing is changing with the product. Actually, it’s an announcement about a new… well, I’m not going to spoil it now. But, you should definitely call us about opening an account before we cut off adding new clients. Our toll-free number is 800-992-4630.
Here are the updated returns, through Wednesday, August 29th:
> For August: Blended Strategy is +5.62% vs +2.26% for the S&P.
> For 2012: Blended Strategy is +30.07% vs +12.16% for the S&P.
> One-year (8/29/11-8/29/12): Blended Strategy is +26.68% vs +16.56% for the S&P.
> Two-year (8/30/10-8/29/12): Blended Strategy is +51.81% vs +34.47% for the S&P.
> Since Inception (3/15/10): Blended Strategy is +75.12% vs +22.60% for the S&P.
Spread the word…and give us a call. We’re working around the clock these days–and always happy to help. 800-992-4630.
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
*Returns do no include a 2.4-3.0% annual management fee and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
It Never Gets Old: BlackBay Group Blended Investment Strategy Posts All-Time High on Tuesday, Aug 28
August 29, 2012 4 Comments
The final week of summer is typically slow-down time for Wall Street. Similar to the holiday season, volumes dry up as traders and investors squeeze in one final trip to the beach.
Well, that silliness doesn’t happen at The BlackBay Group. And, our investors are happy we’re so dedicated to our craft.
The BlackBay Blended Investment Strategy posted another all-time high on Tuesday, just as the rest of the markets were taking a breather and losing ground. We’re proud of the returns and like to tell you how we’re doing. So, please help us spread the word by telling friends and family to give us a call. We’re here to help!
Updated Returns through Tuesday, August 28th:
> For August: Blended Strategy is +6.08% vs +2.17% for the S&P.
> For 2012: Blended Strategy is +30.63% vs +12.06% for the S&P.
> One-year (8/29/11-8/28/12): Blended Strategy is +27.23% vs +16.46% for the S&P.
> Two-year (8/27/10-8/28/12): Blended Strategy is +52.31% vs +32.38% for the S&P.
> Since inception (3/15/10): Blended Strategy is +75.88% (record high) vs +22.49% for the S&P.
A couple of quick reminders: The above returns do not include a 2.4-3.0% annual management fee and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Please give us a call for more information and account opening instructions. Our toll-free number is 800-992-4630. Thank you.
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com
BlackBay Group’s Blended Investment Strategy now +30.59% for 2012 (Record High)
August 28, 2012 3 Comments
Good Morning!
The BlackBay Group’s Blended Investment Strategy posted another all-time high yesterday–Monday, August 27th. Here are the updated returns and be sure to give us a call to learn how to open an account. Our toll-free number is 800-992-4630.
For August: Blended Investment Strategy is +6.04% vs +2.26% for the S&P.
For 2012: Blended Investment Strategy is +30.59% vs +12.15% for the S&P.
One-year (8/26/11-8/27/12): Blended Investment Strategy is +24.29% vs +19.85% for the S&P.
Two-year (8/27/10-8/27/12): Blended Investment Strategy is +52.26% vs +32.49% for the S&P.
Since inception (3/15/10): Blended Investment Strategy is +75.82% vs +22.59% for the S&P.
A couple of things to remember, the returns do not include a 2.4-3.0% annual management fee and past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Give us a call to learn more! Thank you.
Talk soon,
- Todd M. Schoenberger, Managing Principal
- www.TheBlackBayGroup.com