9-11-24 What’s Really Behind Stock Market Volatility (and how you should strategize)
2024-09-11
Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks; it’s Inflation Day and post-Debate day. Market volatility tends to increase prior to Presidential elections; why policy matters. CPI is expected to show a .2% increase (it’s ALWAYS expected at .2%!) Oil prices are a function of supply & demand. CPI will most impact markets today, and factor into the Fed’s rate decision next week. Volatility is the big market driver. What inflation is telling us about the economy; why falling inflation is not good for earnings. How companies are cutting wages (without cutting wages); Danny rants on the high cost of hotel coffee. A critique of government spending, and why "The Inflation Reduction Act" was anything but; a look at sector-based bankruptcies and the Solar Energy industry. Stop
S&P 500 – A Bullish And Bearish Analysis
2024-09-10
The S&P 500 index is a critical benchmark for the U.S. equity market, and its performance often dictates investor sentiment and decision-making. Between November 1, 2022, and September 6, 2024, the S&P 500 experienced a significant rally but not without volatility. Currently, investors have very mixed views about where markets are heading next as concerns of a recession linger or what changes to monetary policy will cause.
However, as investors, we must trade the market we have today. Therefore, using technical analysis, we can explore bullish and bearish market dynamics to assist us in managing risk more effectively. This blog will outline three bullish and bearish perspectives using momentum, relative strength, and other key technical indicators. Finally, we will conclude with five
Inflation Drops Below Fed’s 2% Goal, Signaling Weakening Economic Pressures
2024-08-01
Inflation index drops to 1.5% below Fed’s target. Wage growth declining, no real pressure seen. Stay tuned for more insights in tomorrow’s article (8/2) on the SAHM rule.
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Analyzing the Potential Impact of a Kamala Harris Presidency
2024-07-22
What does the market anticipate with a potential Kamala Harris presidency? 📈💼 #Election2024 #KamalaHarris #MarketTrends
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Mastering Hurdle Rates: How to Achieve Financial Success
2024-07-17
Ever wonder about hurdle rates in your financial plan? It’s the key return needed for success. Patience is key in investing. No shortcuts! 💰 #FinanceTips
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100-Year Strategy for Berkshire Hathaway
2024-07-03
Investing tip: #WarrenBuffett buys companies with a 100-year holding period in mind. You, as an investor, can’t think that far ahead. #BerkshireHathaway! 📈 #Investing #LongTermStrategy
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5-16-24 It’s a Mistake to Be Entirely Out of Equities
2024-05-16
Markets hit all-time highs with softer CPI: The biggest contributor was decline in Homeowners’ Equivalent Rent. Markets are now anticipating two rate cuts this year. Consumers are showing signs of weakening; hardest hit are Gen-Z & Millennials. Stocks & Bonds rally on weaker CPI; markets are extremely over bought. Look for a re-test of the 50-DMA with market corrective action anticipated. WalMart has decent earnings; consumer spending is what drives the economy. Quality of Employment numbers matter: Full Time vs Part Time Jobs; Why the Government’s Employment formula is bogus. How we calculate Inflation now (also bogus). The Risk is never zero. Answering emails: When will the market crash? Being out of the market; more money is lost trying to avoid a crash than is lost during a crash.
Hidden Costs of a Cashless Society: Rising Fees and Consumer Impact
2024-05-08
Are additional fees becoming the norm? Businesses pushing for cashless transactions may result in more costs for consumers. #fees #cashless #businesses
Description: Explore the realities of a cashless society in today’s episode where we unpack the impact of rising fees on consumers. We bring to light the hidden costs and challenges associated with digital transactions.
– Understanding the shift towards a cashless economy
– The reasons businesses are adopting cashless operations
– How going cashless is increasing consumer costs
– The financial burden of additional fees in digital transactions
– Discussing potential consumer responses to rising expenses in a cashless society
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