Be Prepared When Consumer Spending Slows
As an integral component of the U.S. economy, consumer spending significantly influences economic trends and forecasts. Historically, consumer outlays have accounted for approximately 70% of U.S. gross domestic product (GDP). Over the past four years, [...]
Reasons the Fed Might Not Lower Rates in 2024
As 2024 unfolds, the Federal Reserve, under the leadership of Chairman Jerome Powell, faces a complex economic landscape that complicates its plans to lower interest rates. Despite initial intentions to ease monetary policy, persistent inflation, [...]
Bursting Market Bubbles
The concept of a bubble in asset markets often conjures images of rapid wealth accumulation, followed by a dramatic collapse, resulting in significant financial losses. This intriguing phenomenon has captivated investors and economists for decades. [...]
Strong Dollar: What Travelers Need to Know
Vacation travelers, get ready for some exciting news! If you're planning a trip abroad, this year might be one of the best times to do so. The U.S. dollar is experiencing a remarkable surge, strengthening [...]
Stock Buybacks, Apple and Warren Buffett
In the world of finance and investing, stock buybacks have become a focal point for corporations aiming to maximize shareholder value. The recent surge in buyback programs, exemplified by Apple's monumental announcement of a $110 [...]
Meme Stock Traders Come Roaring Back to Life
Revisiting the 2021 phenomenon led by GameStop and Roaring Kitty. GameStop Corp.’s legion of meme stock traders are roaring back to life, revisiting the 2021 phenomenon that made some of them wildly rich and inflicted [...]
Five Market Turbulence Planning Strategies
Market turbulence is a challenge, but also an opportunity if faced head-on. In times of economic upheaval, the natural reaction for many investors is to react with fear and anxiety. Market volatility can unsettle the [...]
Warren Buffett on Holding Cash
At the recent Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting held in Omaha, Nebraska on May 4th, 2024, Warren Buffett once again emphasized his steadfast belief in the value of holding cash. Shareholders gathered eagerly to glean insights [...]