At best, Congress has approved a quick fix that's bound to fail in the long run. Meanwhile, some experts offer solutions -- including $500 billion in tax rebates -- better than the bill just passed.
| Index | 3-month | 6-month | 1-year | From Inception* | Avg. Annual Return* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 20.08% | 1.93% | 13.94% | 218.20% | 20.48% |
| Nasdaq | 0.96% | -15.61% | -4.45% | 12.05% | 4.60% |
| S&P | 0.51% | -10.57% | -6.53% | 15.49% | 2.81%% |
| Dow | 1.34% | -7.97% | -1.86% | 16.57% | 3.84% |
Portfolio results are for a group of the 50 top-rated StockScouter stocks rotated at the first of every month. Chart current through May 5, 2008. Find the latest portfolio report here.*Jon Markman launched this portfolio on Aug. 1, 2001. Average annual return is the annual average compound rate of return for the portfolio calculated from inception.
Supermodels columnist Jon Markman will be among the more than 50 investing experts sharing tips and techniques at the 30th anniversary of The Money Show in San Francisco, Aug. 7-10. More than 150 free workshops will help refresh your perspective and prepare you for whatever the market does next. Admission is free for MSN Money readers.
Call 800-970-4355 and mention priority code #009552 or visit The Money Show San Francisco's Web site to register.
