The Federal Reserve started taking actions this month that are likely to lead to lower interest rates. It just announced a 50-basis-point reduction to the federal funds rate, and there could be more cuts coming before the end of the year, especially if the U.S. economy shows further signs of slowing. For investors, a rate-cutting environment could be an opportune… 

Contrary to popular belief, achieving diversification in investing goes beyond simply not “putting all your eggs in one basket.” Owning shares in multiple companies doesn’t necessarily mean an investor’s portfolio is diversified. For real diversification, a broader approach is essential – one that spans various asset classes including bonds, cash, commodities, precious metals and even alternative investments. Basically, a diversified portfolio can be… 

With rapid innovations in biotechnology, companies are developing groundbreaking therapies and diagnostic tools that address chronic diseases and improve patient outcomes. This continuous advancement is not only enhancing healthcare quality but also attracting attention from investors seeking to capitalize on the sector’s transformative potential. Amid this backdrop, these fundamentally robust biotech stocks could offer significant return potential owing to their… 

It’s sometimes easy to forget that innovation isn’t just about making shareholders money; it’s also about making the world a better place and being rewarded for it in the process. For example, the incredible increase in corn yields over the last few decades helps ensure food supply, growth in the fuel economy helps preserve the environment, and growth in oil… 

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered the federal funds rate for the first time since March of 2020. The FOMC lowered rates by 50 basis points to the 4.75% to 5.00% range, from the previous 5.25% to 5.50% range, where it had been since July of 2023. While the move to lower rates was widely expected, there had been… 

In the past 90 years, dividends have accounted for about 40% of the total stock market return. The combination of a rising stock price and a regular dividend can work wonders for long-term returns. Dividends from high-quality stocks can also be a reliable source of income during economic downturns. Fortunately, there are plenty of dividend stocks out there that don’t… 

The telecom industry is undergoing a transformative phase with the adoption of 5G network and innovative capabilities of AI. Major companies are increasingly investing in infrastructure and planning for further technological advancements like 6G, resulting in substantial market growth avenues. Amid this backdrop, investors could consider buying these fundamentally sound communication stocks leading the 5G revolution. This post originally appeared… 

One way to make money as an investor, and possibly become a millionaire or multimillionaire in the process, is to pay attention to growing trends and expanding technologies — and to invest in the companies that seem likely to dominate in those areas. Keep in mind, though, that this strategy won’t always work out as you might hope, and that… 

On Sept. 12, the European Central Bank announced that, for the second time in three months, it was cutting its key interest rate. While the move was not altogether unexpected, it did reinforce the belief that the U.S. Federal Reserve would soon embark on a similar program of rate cuts. World financial markets now widely expect the Fed to announce… 

With most asset classes down, where should investors and traders look for the next trend? Key topics and questions David and I talked about include: What is my take on the recent CPI report, and how will it affect the market and economy? Will this be a minor correction or a significant downturn? Will gold continue its recent rapid rise?…