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Update on the 2024 elections
Read our latest article on what the elections may mean for investors.
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?
12/15/23
Learn how to spot—and potentially avoid—common mistakes that some investors make in a market sell-off.
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.
12/01/23
Will the market remain in a giving mood as we get deeper into the holiday shopping season?
11/30/23
Navigating the market during times of global conflict can be challenging. Here’s what investors should know to help safeguard your portfolio.
11/28/23
The development of human-machine interfaces is taking a leap forward. Learn what it means for investors.
11/22/23
New investment strategies, demand for resources and more stringent regulations are shaping the next decade of sustainable investing.
11/13/23
Many pundits are bullish on stocks, but there may be evidence that investors need to prepare for a less rosy scenario.
11/01/23
Find out how to stay on target as the market grapples with turbulence and adjusts to a “new normal.”
10/30/23
Should investors be concerned about the surging national debt? Wealth Management’s Lisa Shalett shares three risks to watch and what it could mean for your portfolio.
10/20/23
Some investors are reevaluating their optimism for lower rates from the Federal Reserve and making these portfolio adjustments.
10/13/23
Why interest rates and economic growth could defy market expectations and stay elevated–and how investors can prepare.
10/09/23
The US dollar and oil prices are surging, creating a dual threat for global economies, companies, and consumers. How can investors prepare?
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.
08/12/24
A dramatic pivot off multi-month lows takes some of the sting out of a mostly bearish week for stocks.
08/09/24
This industrial stock’s earnings are in the rear-view mirror, but traders expanded their positions in certain options.
08/07/24
Why Monday’s tech rebound—and Tuesday’s follow-through—may not be the final word on the market correction.
08/05/24
What’s next for the market after the Nasdaq 100 crossed the correction threshold last week?
08/02/24
Do traders think this chip stock’s renewed weakness was in line with its historical tendencies?
07/29/24
Approaching the end of a volatile July, investors continued to unload tech stocks and push into small caps.
07/26/24
Do traders think a potential key copper price level will support mining stocks as well?
07/25/24
Rangebound aerospace stock illustrates potential rewards and risks of options volatility strategies.
07/22/24
Find out what was behind the broad market’s retreat from record highs last week.
07/19/24
“Big news” in the pharma space sends obesity-drug competitors on different trajectories.
07/17/24
Does history say this utility stock’s sell-off was a buying opportunity, or a “wait-and-see” signal?
07/15/24
As important as inflation has been to the markets, tech appeared to be the decisive factor last week.
07/11/24
Find out how the stock market has performed in recent years after the CPI report.
07/10/24
Recent high-profile stock splits show the surprising way these events sometimes unfold.
07/08/24
Bulls grabbed the first week of July amid more Fed-friendly economic data.
07/01/24
Things will only get more interesting after one of the better first halves of the past seven decades ends on a mixed note.
06/28/24
A look at how stock market performance in July has evolved over the years.
06/20/24
Why option buyers need to keep time front of mind when making trade decisions.
06/18/24
We can learn a great deal about 2024’s stock market rally by comparing it to others that have unfolded in recent decades.
06/17/24
But stocks were mixed last week even as some benchmarks rallied to new highs.
06/13/24
This biopharma stock hasn’t done much lately, but the options market may be signaling that may change.
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