Recent CPI/Inflation data suggests the current wave of global inflation is far from “transitory” and may persist for many months – possibly years. Some believe it is primarily a supply-side issue related to the COVID shutdowns. I think it is a combination of factors driving higher inflation right now (capital creation, stimulus, a broad speculative phase that existed after COVID,…
Railroad stocks have long been popular among stock market investors. This is because they provide investors with a reliable source of income and the potential for capital appreciation. For starters, railroad companies own and operate the tracks and infrastructure used by freight trains, and they generate revenue from the transportation of goods. As a result, railroad stocks tend to be…
Lithium mining stocks have been on the rise in recent years as the demand for lithium has increased. For starters, lithium is a key component in rechargeable batteries and is used in a variety of other applications. In turn, lithium miners have benefited from the growing demand for lithium, and their stocks have risen accordingly. With that, there are a…
Monthly dividend stocks are a type of investment that pays out dividends on a monthly basis. This can be a great way to earn some extra income, and it can also help to smooth out the ups and downs of the stock market. Monthly dividend stocks tend to be less volatile than other types of stocks, and they can provide…
The global artificial intelligence industry is expected to grow from $59.6 billion in 2021 to $422 billion by 2028, according to Zion Market Research. Virtually every industry is being disrupted by AI, automation and robotics. Whether it be machine learning, smart applications and appliances, digital assistants, or autonomous vehicles, companies that aren’t investing in AI products and services risk becoming obsolete.…
Over the weekend, I saw a news item that really stood out. That being an extensive CNBC survey showing that 45% of economists are predicting recession in next 12 months. On the surface, that news byte doesn’t sound too bad. Meaning it feels like it could go either way, which gives us some hope that all could be well. Now let me…
Utility stocks have long been a staple of investment portfolios for stock market investors. This is because historically utility stocks have offered reliable income and modest growth potential. However, with rising interest rates expected to continue throughout the remainder of 2022, utility stocks may come under pressure. This could present an opportunity for investors to buy top utility stocks at…
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is a stock market index that measures the stock performance of 30 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. As a result, Dow Jones Industrial Average stocks are some of the most heavily traded stocks on the market. The index is price-weighted, meaning that the Dow Jones stocks with the highest…
Wall Street has many messages for people who are or who may become its customers: “We help people, businesses and institutions build, preserve and manage wealth so they can pursue their financial goals.” “Our processes are finely tuned, deliberate, time-tested and risk-aware, all in the mission to achieve sustainable, above-market results.” “Investment professionals design and manage a portfolio aligned to…
It’s very easy to construct negative sentiment around the tech sector. As investors are well aware, increasing quantitative tightening has spelled a massive downturn for the equity class. Easy money is gone, drying up investor capital for highly valued tech stocks. The fact is that the harder liquidity is to come by, the less likely that capital is to flow…