Critical Financial Lessons from Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene is projected to become one of the most powerful storms in the Gulf of Mexico, with winds exceeding 100 mph expected to impact the eastern coastline. The storm surge—referring to how much the [...]
The AI Investment Boom
In the bustling world of technology and innovation, the race to dominate the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape has seen U.S. technology megacaps like Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Alphabet pour billions into AI research and development. [...]
Explaining the Big Resurgence of Bonds
In recent years, bonds have often been the neglected asset class of the investment world. For a while, equities were the star performers, while bonds, particularly government debt, seemed to offer little in the way [...]
Strategies Ahead of the Fed’s September Meeting
As the Federal Reserve’s September FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) meeting approaches (September 17-18, 2024), speculation abounds regarding by how much – not whether – the Fed will cut interest rates. For many investors, this [...]
Gold Surpasses $2,500 Per Ounce
Gold has recently made headlines by surpassing the $2,500 per ounce mark, marking a significant milestone in the precious metal's history. This surge represents a 21% year-to-date increase, making gold one of the top-performing major [...]
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. [...]