Investing Strategies
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Investing Strategies
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closed at fresh all-time highs, driven by bullish momentum, a better-than-expected monthly jobs report and a trade agreement between the U.S. and Vietnam.
Traders Warm on Hot Jobs Data
The economy added more jobs than expected in June and unemployment fell. The hot jobs report got a lukewarm reception from traders who may already be focused on the holiday.
Looking to the Futures
Less than two months ago, trading began for Ripple futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange for the fourth largest cryptocurrency by market cap according to CoinMarketCap.com.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks fell as ADP jobs slid by 33,000. Investors shed tech and mega-cap shares Tuesday. Nonfarm payrolls loom Thursday as the House prepares to vote and a tariff deadline nears.
Rental Property Investing
Real estate rentals could be a good source of passive income. But there's more to being a landlord than meets the eye. Check out these best practices and common pitfalls.
Investing Strategies
Preventing Social Media Scams
Forging fraudulent relationships via social media is part of the latest financial scam. Learn the warning signs for these social media scams and how to avoid them.
Rate Cuts Won't Ensure Yield Ebb
Though some urge rate cuts, doing that won't necessarily reduce borrowing costs if the market doesn't agree with the timing. It could raise inflation fears, hurting Treasuries.
There Is No AI Without Energy
Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.
Investing Strategies
Munis: Mid-Year Outlook
Tax policy may continue to be a factor in the second half of the year, although Congress looks likely to maintain current tax brackets and the muni tax exemption.
Rational Buy & Sell Decisions
It can be hard to keep emotions out of your investment decisions. This framework will explain how to tune out market noise and make more deliberate choices.
Corporates: Mid-Year Outlook
We continue to suggest an "up in quality" fixed income bias for the short run, but investors can still consider some of the riskier parts of the fixed income market in moderation.
Investing Strategies
What Is a Gamma Squeeze?
A gamma squeeze occurs through a combination of retail call buying, a rally in the stock, and market makers buying stock to hedge exposure, forcing the stock price up.
Should Bad News Spur Trades?
How to know when to potentially sell a stock, and when to buy, as bad news hits. Learn about evaluating bad news affecting companies, sectors, or the economy using fundamental analysis.
Trade War: Supply Chain Clues
What happens in global supply chains can provide insight into how tariffs and the trade war may affect economies around the world.
Investing Strategies
Perspective: Mid-Year Outlook
Tariff policy has clouded expectations for the second half of the year, but there are ways to navigate through the fog.
5 Money Traps to Avoid
From savings mistakes to over-concentration, find out some common money traps as well as some ways around them.
Long Call vs. Bull Call Spread
With so many bullish options strategies to choose from, how do you know which is right for your next trade? We'll compare two bullish options strategies in order to assist you with the decision-making process.
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The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market or economic conditions.