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The Economy Could Be Accelerating as the Fed Prepares Rate Cuts
The U.S. economy could be accelerating, even as the Federal Reserve enters a rate-cutting cycle. Retail sales beat estimates for the third straight month in August, lifted by strong demand for autos. Industrial production increased by 0.8 percent, quadruple the...
Stocks Halt on the Verge of Breakout as China Waiting Game Begins
Stocks halted on the verge of a breakout last week as investors wait for more news about a potential trade deal with China. The S&P 500 fell 0.5 percent between Friday, September 13, and Friday, September 20. It was the first negative week in the last four and...
Monex Crypto Market Weekly: September 20
This post is a translation of the weekly cryptocurrency analysis by Crypto Lab, a wholly owned subsidiary of Monex Group (Tokyo, Japan). Monex is the parent of TradeStation Group. Summary Bitcoin (BTC) slipped under $10,000 as investors shifted funds...
WeWork Steps Aside But Other IPOs Are Still Making Their Debuts
One high-profile deal got delayed, but plenty of companies still plan to raise capital in initial public offerings. Hollywood talent agency Endeavor (EDR) and exercise company Peloton (PTON) are two of the larger transactions currently listed on ClickIPO's mobile app....
The Fed Takes a Hawkish Turn, Thanks to the U.S. Consumer
The Federal Reserve took a hawkish turn yesterday, thanks to an improving U.S. consumer. "Household spending has been rising at a strong pace," the central bank declared in its policy statement yesterday. It then proceeded to raise its 2019 growth forecast to 2.2...
Podcast: A Fear Bubble Is Deflating in the Stock Market
Last month saw a fear bubble in the stock market as investors piled into safe havens. September’s been just the opposite as sentiment pivots sharply toward new places and away from traditional leaders.
Essential Options Knowledge: Time, Volatility and Different Kinds of Value
Options confuse a lot of investors because several factors impact their value. Unlike stocks, they don't just go up and down based on supply and demand. This post will explain three of the most important concepts you need to get started: time, volatility and intrinsic...
Technology & Communication
Target Breaks Out as Digital Transformation Pays Off: Earnings This Week
Earnings season ended on a strong note as Target's digital transformation continued to pay off. Investors also embraced newer technology companies and shrugged at established leaders -- just like last week. Target (TGT) surpassed estimates across the board: profit,...