After a stellar 2022, energy stocks have cooled off a bit this year as oil prices softened on economic concerns. But constrained supply, recovering demand, and a ramp-up in production investment could...
The Tax-Slashing Allure of Municipal Bonds
With income tax rates ranging from zero to 13.3% depending on your state of residence, where you call home can significantly impact your bottom line. High earners, especially those in high-tax states ...
Deciphering Gold’s Luster: Current Trends Challenge Traditional Beliefs
Gold has long been viewed as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. But the precious metal's price chart reveals a concerning downward trend that should give investors pause.
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Green Shoots Sprouting in the IPO Market?
The IPO market has been ice cold in 2022. Q2 2023 marked the sixth straight quarter of declining year-over-year IPO activity, the longest such streak since the 2008-2009 financial crisis. But some hig...
Much Ado About Nothing: The Truth Behind 0DTE Options and Market Impact
Trading in zero-days-to-expiry (0DTE) options has exploded in recent years, now accounting for over 50% of total volume in S&P 500 index (SPX) options. With this rapid growth has come increased sc...
Sunny Industry, Cloudy Stocks: Navigating the Solar Paradox
The solar industry is booming. Climate targets, energy security concerns, and government incentives have supercharged demand. Yet despite surging installations, solar stocks are struggling to gain mom...
Navigating Rising Rates: A Bond Investor’s Guide to Managing Duration and Interest Rate Risk
With the Federal Reserve aggressively raising interest rates in 2023, it's more important than ever for fixed income investors to understand bond duration and how it relates to interest rate risk. In ...
5 Megatrends Reshaping Markets: What Investors Need to Know
The global economy and financial markets are constantly evolving, and the past few years have seen a number of major shifts that are likely to have a lasting impact. Here are five megatrends that are ...
The Cattle Cycle Rolls On: Managing Ongoing Boom and Bust of Beef Supplies
Cattle prices have been on a wild ride over the past few years, reaching record highs in 2023 amid tightening supplies. This volatility is part of the ongoing cattle cycle that producers have contende...
Buckle Up: Why Stock Market Volatility May Be Poised for a Seasonal Breakout
With the stock market at near record highs, volatility has been remarkably low in recent months. However, history suggests volatility may be poised for a seasonal breakout in the coming months.
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