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12/18/24
The Fed lowered its benchmark interest rate by another 0.25%, but will it pause in January?
12/12/24
New investment strategies, demand for resources and more stringent regulations are shaping the next decade of sustainable investing.
12/11/24
With teens and young adults facing a mental health crisis, “stigma” is often blamed for young people’s reluctance to reach out for help. However, recent research finds other barriers—and steps to help overcome them.
12/09/24
With the election “Red sweep” leaving the Republican party in control of the White House, Senate and House of Representatives, the stage is set for what could be a highly consequential first 100 days of Trump’s second term.
12/04/24
A stable global economy is likely to benefit equity and fixed-income markets, though increased uncertainty around U.S. tariffs and immigration policy could jeopardize markets’ recent gains.
12/04/24
Global growth may be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China’s underperformance restrains emerging markets.
12/02/24
Stocks enter the final month of the year at record levels as investors eye potential policy changes from Washington.
11/07/24
The Fed followed through on its easing cycle, lowering its benchmark rate by another 0.25%.
11/07/24
Discover how tax cuts, tariffs and deregulation could shape markets and impact your investments over President Trump’s second term.
11/04/24
Learn how to spot—and potentially avoid—common mistakes that some investors make in a market sell-off.
11/01/24
Stocks stumbled in late October as yields surged to multi-month highs.
10/24/24
Certain economic indicators and stock market trends have historically forecasted which U.S. presidential candidate is likely to prevail. Here’s what investors should know.
10/17/24
After a period of robust economic expansion, the U.S. is likely to see weaker growth in the months ahead. 1 Fortunately, there are steps you can take as uncertainty rises. Consider these five preemptive strategies that may help shore up your finances.
10/03/24
Companies across industries have struggled in recent years with breakdowns in the global supply chain, leaving them vulnerable to lost opportunities. As a result, some US companies are considering whether to shift jobs, processes, and sourcing back home. Such “reshoring” efforts may require significant new capital investment and could lead to potential opportunities for investors over the next decade.
10/01/24
With the rate-cut horizon quickly approaching, markets may focus more on economic growth—particularly the jobs picture.
09/30/24
Artificial intelligence beyond the hype, a potential breakthrough in health tech, a near-term opportunity in PCs, and more trends in technology and beyond.
09/26/24
The classic portfolio of 60% stocks and 40% bonds may no longer provide the same level of returns it has delivered previously, but it may still be appropriate for some investors. Here’s why.
09/18/24
Now the question is how fast and far the central bank will lower rates going forward.
09/13/24
We explore the barriers and opportunities facing Hispanic-Latino investors when it comes to building wealth to provide insight for investors of all backgrounds.
09/03/24
With the rate-cut horizon quickly approaching, markets may focus more on economic growth—particularly the jobs picture.
09/01/24
As the 2024 U.S. election nears, potential tax-policy changes could affect your portfolio and finances. Here are key questions answered.
08/23/24
Despite a recent shakeup in the U.S. presidential election, change at the top of the Democratic ticket may have little impact for investors.
08/23/24
As the “Magnificent 7” stocks’ momentum fades, a broader swath of the market has advanced. What stocks might come out ahead?
08/08/24
Many people borrow in order to buy homes, pay taxes, and finance personal interests. They also borrow to finance businesses, college educations, or other needs.
08/07/24
There are several ways you can potentially hedge your risk when investing during a recession. Learn what they are and how to use them.
08/02/24
With interest rates near their highest levels in years , now is the time to reevaluate your estate planning.
08/01/24
As we head into the teeth of election season, the stock market is coming off a surprising shift in leadership. Will it last?
07/25/24
Learn why many are considering investing in gold, how to invest yourself, and the role gold can play to hedge against risk in your portfolio.
07/01/24
The major stock indexes pushed to higher highs in June, but a narrow slice of the market continued to drive the gains.
06/07/24
Amid a backdrop of steady growth, declining inflation and interest rate cuts, investors may look to corporate credit and agency mortgage-backed securities for opportunity as well as European and Japanese equities.
06/07/24
Global growth should stay steady at just over 3% in 2024 and 2025, though volatility will remain as a pickup in growth around the world contrasts with a slowdown in the U.S.
06/03/24
After slowing in March, the stock market rally took a step back in April. Commodity prices didn’t.
05/29/24
Artificial intelligence is set to become a $3 trillion industry in the next several years. Where can investors find potential opportunities?
05/28/24
The global market for the blockbuster drugs could increase by 15-fold over the next five years as their benefits expand beyond weight loss, with expected implications for consumer goods and longevity.
05/01/24
After slowing in March, the stock market rally took a step back in April. Commodity prices didn’t.
04/17/24
The coming years could bring stronger economic growth, greater business productivity, and a new set of stock market winners. How can investors position themselves now to benefit?
04/01/24
Two months of higher-than-expected inflation didn’t stop the rally from extending to a fifth month.
03/20/24
The question now is, when will the Fed actually make its first rate cut in more than four years?
03/14/24
Longevity, decarbonization and technology disruption could provide long-term investment opportunities.
03/11/24
Consider these five investing ideas where we think the market may be missing the full picture.
03/08/24
Investing in the S&P 500 today may mean overexposure to a handful of mega-cap tech stocks known as “the Magnificent 7.”
03/07/24
The era of ultra-low interest rates has passed. But smart investors may find that is not such a bad thing.
03/01/24
Mixed inflation data may have raised concerns about Fed cut rate cuts, but it ultimately failed to discourage investors last month.
02/13/24
The coming years could bring stronger economic growth, greater business productivity, and a new set of stock market winners. How can investors position themselves now to benefit?
02/01/24
Themes that made their presence felt last month may dominate the market discussion throughout the year.
01/17/24
This year’s election outcome could have a big impact on taxes, Social Security and health-care policy. How can investors like you prepare?
01/02/24
What’s next for investors after the market ends 2023 on a high note?
12/13/23
The Fed leaves rates unchanged, but reminds markets it will remain vigilant in the fight against inflation.
12/05/23
Navigating the market during times of global conflict can be challenging. Here’s what investors should know to help safeguard your portfolio.
12/04/23
Navigating the market during times of global conflict can be challenging. Here’s what investors should know to help safeguard your portfolio.
12/20/24
There is a noticeable pattern in the stock market after days like Wednesday, but there’s also uncertainty surrounding it.
12/19/24
Recently, the volatility index has highlighted potential weakness in the stock market.
12/16/24
Tech indexes tagged new records, but the broad market lost ground for the week.
12/12/24
A financial stock’s sharp sell-off looks very similar to a move that recently tripped up bulls.
12/10/24
Expectations for energy sector strength appear to have run into oil-market realities.
12/06/24
Sector shifts over the past month highlight evolving investor sentiment.
12/04/24
A big options trader may have a stake in this chemical company remaining in—or breaking out of—its trading range.
12/02/24
Market ends robust November at new highs after another bullish Thanksgiving week.
11/26/24
An industrial stock rallies, but options traders bid up its puts.
11/25/24
The market recovered most of the previous week’s losses as it headed into the Thanksgiving-shortened week.
11/21/24
Some traders may take time off around Thanksgiving, but history shows the market tends not to.
11/19/24
Most traders focus on market direction, but options traders always need to remember they’re trading volatility, too.
11/18/24
Economy continues to roll, but market gives back some of its post-election gains.
11/15/24
Do traders think NVDA’s earnings performance patterns will play out again next week?
11/13/24
Big moves mean big volatility—and that can make some options strategies more attractive than others.
11/08/24
Are declines in dating app stocks an opportunity or a sign to look elsewhere?
11/06/24
Do traders think this consumer stock’s recent correction is overdone?
11/04/24
Stocks dip for a second week as traders look ahead to the election and the Fed meeting.
10/31/24
Do traders think the market can maintain its trend of strong Novembers?
10/30/24
Options activity and price history present a conflicting picture of a tech stock’s earnings move.
10/28/24
Broad market dips before key week of earnings and economic data.
10/24/24
Traders appear to open large put options positions in chip-related stock eight trading days before earnings.
10/21/24
Market edges higher after mostly bullish start to earnings season.
10/17/24
Some of the market’s biggest gainers over the past week have something in common, even though they’re from different sectors.
10/14/24
S&P 500 hits new highs as bulls shrug off inflation and jobs data.
10/10/24
Two big trades put this industrial stock on Wednesday’s trading map, but one may have been more noteworthy than the other
10/07/24
Jobs data strong, but market appeared wary of geopolitical turmoil.
10/03/24
A big trade shows what may be at stake for this retail stock’s options traders in the coming weeks.
10/01/24
October usually positive for market, although the month’s volatility is real.
09/25/24
Big market moves are often reversed—but not always, and not necessarily immediately.
09/23/24
Stocks push to new highs with market discussion poised to move on from rate cuts.
09/20/24
Did traders think the negative sentiment surrounding this health care stock was sign of more bearishness, or a potential contrarian signal?
09/19/24
Three seemingly unrelated options positions signal potential trader interest in biotech stock.
09/16/24
Stock market pivots higher in the runup to what is expected to be the Fed’s first rate cut in more than four years.
09/12/24
Options volume jumps as specialty real estate stock trades at its highest levels of the year.
09/11/24
Stocks on the move as Standard & Poor’s changes its stock index lineup.
09/09/24
Stocks pull back as weak economic data puts investors in defensive posture.
09/06/24
Software company’s options volume—and volatility—jumps a month after earnings.
09/05/24
Did Wednesday offer a glimpse into tech sector momentum after Tuesday’s sell-off?
09/03/24
Stocks consolidate as traders await the latest readings from the jobs market.
08/28/24
Crude oil volatility is high. History suggests there may be more swings to come.
08/26/24
Major indexes near record levels as markets discount recession and look ahead to rate cuts.
08/21/24
This tech stock’s recent breakdown didn’t appear to dissuade traders from bidding up calls.
08/19/24
Rebound continued as tech and small caps pared losses for a second week.
08/15/24
Options traders built call positions as this theme park stock’s correction deepened.
08/13/24
A bank stock’s sell-off to a conspicuous technical level appears to attract the attention of options traders.
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