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Economist Craig Shapiro shared his insights on the unfolding U.S.-China trade dynamics, warning that while a tariff truce may calm immediate market fears, it could have unintended consequences for the broader economy. What Happened: Shapiro, a macro strategist at Bear Traps Report, suggested that...

The U.S. Dollar Index Spot slipped below 98 points for the first time in over three years on Monday, while the 10-year Treasury yields were steady around 4.35%. Experts describe this divergence as the measure of stress in markets." What Happened: The U.S. Dollar Index slipped 1.20% to 98.211 during...

The 10-year Treasury just notched its best week since August, as a market flight to safety sent yields tumbling below 4%. Investors rushing out of risk assets have piled into government bonds, pushing Treasury prices higher and handing the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:TLT) a solid...

Fixed income investors are finally seeing some relief after enduring the longest yield curve inversion in modern history. Yield Curve Steepening: A Shift After Years Of Inversion Since July 2022, short-term yields sat stubbornly above long-term yields, creating a highly unusual environment. But as...

The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates by 25 basis points, marking a 17-year high of 0.50%. This move signifies the end of an era of historically low interest rates for the Asian exporter. We assess how BOJ’s move can impact the U.S. dollar and the stock market. What Happened: An...

The U.S. Treasury yields have priced in the expectations of higher Consumer Price Inflation as the two-year bonds declined, with the yields rising to 4.34%, on Tuesday. These yields have risen the most since July 2024, as per Bloomberg. The ten-year yields followed and rose to 4.40% as well. Few...

U.S. equities are off to a shaky start in 2024, as concerns regarding delayed rate cuts and a global economic slowdown have been weighing on investors. With stronger-than-expected retail sales reported in December, traders give the chances that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates by...

Bill Ackman, the founder and CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management hedge fund, is known for his eccentric investment strategies and market bets.  The Harvard University alum predicted the stock market collapse in March 2020 and made a 100-fold return in just a week as his investment of $27...

Dividend stocks have always been an investor favorite, as they provide stable income and diversification benefits. These stocks also tend to hedge investors' portfolios during a market downturn or periods of uncertainty as they provide periodic payouts.  While the recent rally of stocks has...

Bill Gates, the seventh richest person in the world, has a well-documented affinity for dividend income. This investment preference is clearly reflected in the staggering $464.5 million he earns annually from his portfolio. Gates’s investment strategy, rooted in picking companies with strong...

Two important measures for real estate investment trusts (REITs) are a solid dividend growth record and recent dividend increases, no matter how large or small. Dividend increases provide investors with the assurance that the REIT's management perceives itself as able to maintain or increase its...

Warren Buffett, the venerated investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, is set to amass over $6 billion in dividend income in the coming year, with a significant portion of this windfall emanating from just three stocks. This substantial income stream underscores the effectiveness of Buffett's...

In the world of dividend stocks, most companies follow a quarterly distribution schedule. Imagine a scenario where, instead of waiting for a dividend check every three months, you are getting paid every month. It's entirely feasible. A select group of companies pays monthly dividends. Realty Income...

Influential investor Warren Buffett has been doling out investment advice since the beginning of his career.  A staunch advocate of value investing in large-cap, well-managed equities, Buffett once said, "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die."...

While the stock market has been recovering since the pullback last year, market volatility remains high as geopolitical tensions persist. The recent crisis in the Middle East has sparked concerns regarding broader regional instability. The weakening economy has caused investors to cause the...