FatFIRE is a new acronym that stands for Fat Financial Independence and Retirement Early. It has been the topic of many recent investment discussions. The idea behind the FatFIRE movement is to have a high level of financial independence so that you can retire early. For many Americans, the concept of FIRE – “financial independence, retire early” – has captured… 

Gold stocks are an important part of any investment portfolio. They provide a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty and can be a source of stability during periods of stock market volatility. Gold stocks also offer the potential for capital appreciation, as the price of gold tends to increase over time. When choosing gold stocks, it is important to consider… 

Throughout 2022, two of the most popular terms among investors have been “inflation” and “recession.” But much of the focus on these economic turbulence indicators seems to circle back to one common theme: that of a bear market. Generally recognized as a harbinger of poor economic conditions, a bear market tends to frighten most investors. And while a bear market… 

Evidence is mounting that the U.S. housing market may be deteriorating faster than it did in the 2008 recession. This has sparked speculation that home prices may be in for a more brutal pullback than many economists projected. Perhaps most startling is the price-to-income (PI) ratios on homes. Using a median new home price of $438,067 and average hourly earnings… 

Natural gas is a fossil fuel that is found in underground rock formations. It is composed of methane, ethane, propane, and butane. Natural gas is important because it is a very efficient fuel source. It is also a very clean-burning fuel. This means that it produces less air pollution than other fossil fuels such as coal and oil. Moving along,… 

U.S. stocks face a laundry list of problems. But let’s zero in on one in particular – one that was responsible for billions of losses in Q2 earnings. This is a widespread issue. In fact, the investment research shop LPL estimates it lowered Q2 revenue for the entire S&P 500 by two to two-and-a-half percentage points. That’s billions of dollars,… 

Healthcare stocks have been on the rise in recent years, as investors have become more interested in the sector. Healthcare stocks are typically seen as defensive investments, as they tend to perform well even during periods of economic uncertainty. Furthermore, the aging population is expected to drive continued growth in the healthcare sector, making it an attractive investment option for… 

The third consecutive 75-basis-point (0.75%) interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve is in the rearview mirror. The move, which was generally expected by the market, still drove stocks lower. That’s mostly because comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell were more hawkish than expected. Indeed, his comments around shelter inflation have raised investor eyebrows, as consumer price index (CPI) numbers… 

As the announcement came that interest rates would see yet another 75-basis-point hike at Wednesday’s Federal Reserve Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the stock market did something predictable: it fell. It’s no secret that equity markets have been on a downward slide for most of this year. What flies under the radar, however, is the Federal Reserve’s role in the… 

I just did some research and wrote about it. I should be clear that you may find this article a little unsettling if you are nearing retirement or have already retired. On the other hand, it’s an eye-opener because the financial markets and different asset prices paint an interesting picture. But, I believe being armed with the proper information and…