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The Canary in the Coal Mine: What Dollar General’s Woes Reveal About the Economy

Aline Medeiros | August 30, 2024

The recent freefall of Dollar General’s stock price has sent ripples through the financial world, raising concerns about the underlying health of the US economy. While the company attributes the downturn to softer sales trends among its core customer base, the implications stretch far beyond the discount aisles. Dollar General, long considered a haven for…

Why Warren Buffett’s Insurance Bets Could Pay Off Big

Aline Medeiros | August 8, 2024

Warren Buffett, often referred to as the Oracle of Omaha, commands significant attention from investors and traders alike. His investment moves through Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE) are meticulously tracked, offering insights into his strategic thought process. Among the 47 positions in his publicly traded stock portfolio, Aon (NYSE) stands out, reflecting his longstanding belief in the…

Fed Under Pressure: Economic Slowdown Points to Deeper Rate Cuts

Aline Medeiros | August 2, 2024

The US economy is showing signs of a potential downturn, prompting speculation that the Federal Reserve may need to lower interest rates more aggressively than anticipated. Recent economic data has raised concerns among experts. Initial jobless claims surpassed forecasts, reaching 249,000 last week. Simultaneously, the US ISM manufacturing index fell significantly below expectations, suggesting a…

Wheaton Precious Metals: Bullish Breakout or Bull Trap?

Aline Medeiros | August 2, 2024

Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM) is currently trading within a bullish technical pattern, presenting a strong opportunity for potential gains as it gears up for its second-quarter earnings release. The gold-focused streaming company’s impressive financial performance in recent quarters aligns with the ongoing surge in gold prices, making it a noteworthy contender in the precious metals…

Why This Stock is a Must-Buy After Copper’s Price Drop

Aline Medeiros | July 29, 2024

Copper prices have taken a hit, dropping from over $5 per pound in May to around $4.12 per pound recently. This decline has impacted the share price of copper miner Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX), pushing it down by nearly 18% since copper crossed the $5 mark. However, these market dips often present lucrative buying opportunities in…

The Goldilocks Economy: Growth and Cooling Inflation in Harmony

Aline Medeiros | July 26, 2024

The American economy is demonstrating a rare and remarkable performance. Despite challenges and predictions of a slowdown, the economy has defied expectations, showcasing surprising strength and resilience. In the second quarter of this year, it expanded at a notable 2.8% annualized rate, a figure that surpassed many economic forecasts. This unexpected vigor is particularly evident…

Achieving Market-Beating Returns: Top Stock Picks for Long-Term Growth

Aline Medeiros | July 2, 2024

The Nasdaq Composite’s robust average annual gain of 11% over the past three decades, amassing a cumulative return of 2,440%, sets a high benchmark for investors. To exceed such impressive returns, investors should concentrate on equities with significant growth prospects. Over time, companies showing a strong correlation between earnings growth and stock performance have proven…

Is this Bank a Hidden Gem? KBW Thinks So!

Aline Medeiros | June 28, 2024

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (BK) has garnered a fresh wave of optimism from market analysts, driven by its strong financial outcomes and strategic market positioning. Recently, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods (KBW) analyst David Konrad upgraded BK’s stock to an “Outperform” rating, citing the bank’s impressive financial performance and robust expense management. This endorsement…

2024’s Unexpected Commodity Champion

Aline Medeiros | June 27, 2024

Among the various commodities in 2024, one has quietly outperformed its peers, posting a remarkable year-to-date increase and outstripping the returns of major indices. Despite this stellar performance, investor sentiment appears to be shifting, raising questions about the future trajectory of this asset. According to Morningstar, most silver bullion and silver-mining stock exchange-traded funds (ETFs)…

Top ETFs Outperforming the Market for Five Years Running

Aline Medeiros | June 26, 2024

Consistent Outperformance: Six ETFs have surpassed the S&P 500 annually over the past five years. Geographic Diversity: The top ETFs include U.S.-listed funds, a pan-European fund, and a Taiwan-listed fund. Resilience in Down Markets: In 2022, these ETFs mitigated losses better than the S&P 500. In a remarkable display of resilience and strategic investing, six…

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