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John Hempton, “The new “value” is in stocks that are too big or too difficult for Private Equity. ”  (Bronte Capital)

Gold mining stocks continue to lag the shiny metal.  (FT)

A breadth divergence in the Nasdaq.  (Investing With Options)

Block out the noise to become a better trader.  (chessNwine)

Week in review and preview

Where markets stand after a volatile week.  (Global Macro Monitor)

The debt ceiling debate continues to drive market expectations.  (A Dash of Insight)

Last week’s economic indicators point to further growth shortfalls.  (Gavyn Davies)

The economic schedule for the coming week.  (Calculated Risk)

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