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This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we may be free. We’re reminded of a quote by Indiana’s own, Benjamin Harrison: “I have never been able to think of the day as one of mourning; I have never quite been able to feel that half-masted flags were appropriate on … more »

Pharmaceutical Executive Magazine just released it’s 2012 Pharm Exec 50, where companies are ranked according to global human prescription drug sales for fiscal year 2011.  Lilly came in at number 10 behind Johnson & Johnson and Abbott.  Lilly slid one position from 2011 when it ranked 9th.  See the article here.

The stock market has experienced a fairly steady rise upward this year with the S&P 500 returning 11.88% through the end of April.  Real estate as an asset class has performed even better, with the DJ US Select REIT TR index posting a 14.09% gain so far.  Growth has outperformed value thus far in large … more »

If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, at some point or another you’ve probably contemplated what you might do should you encounter a bear or other wild animal. Wildlife experts typically recommend these tips: Stay calm and don’t run. Investors might also do well to heed that advice when traversing the stock market. Plan ahead — Rather … more »