Category Archive: Finance
Cybercriminals Are Using AI, Now Security Firms Are Too
Photo by Steve Johnson on UnsplashBeing a hacker used to mean you knew how to code. Not anymore. ChatGPT made it possible for anyone to whip up malware just by asking the AI to write a program for them. No coding experience required.It’s also helping hackers create more convincing phishing emails to trick people into revealing sensitive information […]
How An Eroding Job Market Could Cause Faster Rate Cuts
Image Source: UnsplashIn this video, I break down the unsettling layoff numbers this spring and discuss why weakening job data could push the Fed into potentially cutting rates three times this year. I also discuss recent inflation trends, the Fed’s balance sheet plans, & my outlook for recession.00:11:20More By This Author:Economic Outlook – Breaking Down Recession OddsInflation ‘Out Of […]
Gold’s Pullback And Miners
Image Source: UnsplashAfter blasting higher in a remarkable breakout surge, gold is pulling back. Such mid-upleg selloffs are normal and healthy, rebalancing sentiment to maximize uplegs’ longevity. Gold’s pullback is naturally weighing on gold stocks, fueling some bearishness. But since they didn’t soar to extremely-overbought levels like gold, their downside leverage should prove modest. The gold miners […]
Tackling Options Trading Tactics, The Outlook For Tech, & 2024 Market Trends
Image Source: UnsplashIn this video, we discuss options trading tactics and stock market trends. We first cover the loss of momentum in sectors like technology and financials over the last few weeks. We note how high expectations were heading into Q1 earnings, and how company executives like JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon have shared more muted outlooks on […]
Softs Report – Friday, May 3
Image Source: Unsplash Cotton – General Comments Cotton was lower again yesterday, and trends remain down in the market. Demand remains a problem. The export sales report showed poor sales once again, and demand is not likely to improve with the US dollar stronger. The USDA made no changes to the domestic supply or demand sides of […]
Costco Dividend Stock Analysis
Image Source: PixabayDividend stocks are shares in companies that reward investors with regular payouts, which can be used to supplement their income, cover living expenses, or reinvest in their stock portfolio.Some factors set certain dividend stocks apart from others, such as dividend history, growth, yield, and payout ratio. Additionally, companies that continue to grow earnings and […]
ETFs To Buy On Apple’s Q2 Earnings Beat, Largest-Ever Buyback
Image: BigstockApple Inc. (AAPL – Free Report) reported robust second-quarter fiscal 2024 results, wherein it beat estimates on both earnings and revenues. The iPhone manufacturer lifted its dividend payments and unveiled a record share buyback program amid the steep decline in iPhone sales.Bolstered by the increased dividend and stock repurchase commitment, Apple shares jumped as much as […]
10 Best Performing S&P 500 Stocks In 2023 – Should You Buy Them Now?
Image Source: PixabayAre the top 10 best performing S&P 500 stocks in 2023 good investments now in 2024?In this video, I review the best performing S&P 500 stocks in 2023. I take a look at where they are today and what kind of investments they could be going forward.The top 10 are: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc (AMD), Builders FirstSource […]
GBP/USD Price Analysis: Bears In Charge As ‘Shooting Star’ Looms
Image Source: Pixabay The GBP/USD currency pair is down 0.06% after reaching a three-week high of 1.2634. The RSI flattening suggests normalization of buying pressure. Support levels are at 1.2500, 1.2474, and 1.2466. A breach of these may test the 1.2400 mark. Resistance lies at the 200-DMA, near the 1.2600 level, and DMAs are at 1.2612 and […]
3 Low-Volatility Dividend Stocks
Image Source: UnsplashThe S&P 500 is coming off a strong year, with a 23% return seen in 2023. If the market takes a downturn in the back half of 2024, investors can attempt to lower their portfolio volatility by reviewing a stock’s beta value (a common measure of stock volatility) when purchasing a stock.Generally, the higher […]
