On Friday, Credit Suisse’s (NYSE:CS) bosses accidentally triggered a panic after attempting to reassure staff and customers in an email. Rather than calm nerves, the memo created hysteria over the Swiss bank’s liquidity. Shares would plummet 12% when markets opened on Monday and credit spreads would widen from 140 basis points to over 500. As
Globally focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide a straightforward way to geographically diversify a portfolio. The global economy contracted in 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. While it began to recover in 2021, growing an estimated 6.1%, the war in Ukraine, inflation, and recession fears are contributing to a global growth slowdown in
The defense industry produces modern weaponry, including combat vehicles, ships, bombers, and fighter jets. Companies in the industry also offer cybersecurity, information technology (IT), analytics, robotics, and intelligence systems. Its primary customer is the U.S. government, but it also sells its products and services to foreign governments and law enforcement agencies. Russia’s ongoing invasion of
Many investors historically have turned to safe haven assets such as precious metals in times of economic and political turmoil. One way to gain exposure is by owning companies in the metals and mining industry, which are involved in the exploration, extraction, and sale of metals and other minerals. These materials are used in a
Last Friday, Tesla (TSLA) unveiled its humanoid Optimus robot during its annual AI Day presentation. The robot itself – which looks eerily similar to the bots in iRobot – didn’t do much. It took a few steps, waved to the crowd, pulled off a dance move. And that was that. Most folks were disappointed with
While going after discounted equities merely for the psychologically satisfying numerical profile often leads to unpleasant results, on occasion, certain inexpensive ideas such as under $20 stocks to buy can be a great deal over time. To be sure, prospective participants must exercise caution. This is no arena for risk-averse traders. Still, patience and a
What Is BRIC? BRIC is an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, and China. The BRIC economies, or the “Big Four,” were collectively seen as emerging economic powerhouses. Economist Jim O’Neill, chair of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, introduced the acronym in his 2001 paper, “Building Better Global Economic BRICs.” After the 2008-2009 financial crisis the economic
Arizona-based Atlis Motor Vehicles (NASDAQ:AMV) is a truly unique clean-energy business. The company’s investors went on a rollercoaster ride after Atlis’ initial public offering (IPO). However, fearful traders should take a close look at Atlis Motor Vehicles’ product lineup. After assessing the risk-to-reward profile, you might actually end up buying a few shares of AMV stock.
It has become impossible to ignore the fact that electric vehicles are the future of automotive transportation. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) continues to dominate the market, but the field is growing fast. Startups and legacy automakers are rushing to compete. And according to investment research and education platform Invezz, the top EV stocks to buy include two
The technology-component shortage is, unfortunately, a global phenomenon. And Singapore-based Kulicke and Soffa Industries (NASDAQ:KLIC) stock isn’t immune to supply-chain issues. Founded way back in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa provides semiconductor and electronic assembly solutions. The company is known for developing interconnected solutions, which boost performance and power efficiency, reduce formfactor and promote assembly excellence,
Exxon Mobil (XOM) shares surged after issuing an earnings outlook suggesting natural gas prices would support already strong expectations for its third quarter, after a record second quarter. The company disclosed a $2 billion profit gain from selling natural gas. The disclosure indicated the largest U.S. oil maker will post quarterly profits close to the second quarter’s record
Peloton Interactive (PTON) is cutting more jobs to reduce costs. CEO Barry McCarthy said the struggling fitness equipment maker has about six months to turn itself around or it likely won’t survive as a viable stand-alone business. McCarthy indicated in a note to employees and in interviews that the connected-fitness firm will lay off another
What Is a Rewards Credit Card? Rewards credit cards offer you some type of “reward”—typically cash back, points, or travel miles—for every dollar you spend, sometimes up to certain limits. Depending on the card, you can then use your rewards in a variety of ways. Key Takeaways Rewards credit cards typically offer cash back, points,
In this article, I’m giving long investors information about safe stocks to buy and hold for a long time; if not to own forever. Many investors haven’t been through a bear market, much less one that is accompanied by 40-year high inflation. This leads some analysts to poke a hole in the idea of the classic
Has the bear market ended? I wish I knew. But since there’s no way to know with complete certainty, investors must be prepared for multiple outcomes going forward. It’s why I suggest always keeping a list of must-buy stocks. More than just knowing what stocks to buy, investors should know when they want to buy
In this article PINS CAG PTON COMP TWTR SHEL-GB Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Conagra (CAG) – The food producer’s stock added 2% in the premarket after it reported better-than-expected quarterly profit and sales. Conagra also reaffirmed its full-year guidance. Peloton (PTON) – Peloton slid
With the massive paradigm shifts that erupted this year, more investors look toward cheap dividend stocks to buy. As inflationary forces diminished the dollar’s purchasing power in the first half of this year, many sought to arrest this trajectory through passive income. And while the Federal Reserve intends to effectively introduce deflationary forces by raising the benchmark interest
Lately, stock markets have favored value investors. The past few months have been painful for growth investors. Richly priced growth plays have fallen drastically. For value investors, however? With the market downturn, many stocks have fallen to dirt cheap valuations. So you can find excellent cheap stocks under $10 per share. There are many names
A year ago, undervalued electric vehicle stocks would have been an oxymoron. The sector was flying high on hope, hype and a ferocious appetite for growth stocks. This year has been a different story, as investors fled to safety and supply chain snags tripped up many in the industry. But there are some bullish signs
Preston Pysh interviews Lawrence Lepard about the dramatic change in financial markets. They cover the decline of the dollar’s global reserve status among many other current events. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:10 – What market indicators are surprising Lawrence the most right now? 00:01:46 – The battle between deflation and inflation.