L3Harris Technologies (LHX) is currently navigating a complex geopolitical landscape characterized by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, as well as tensions related to Taiwan. The potential for diplomatic easing, particularly with the expected policies under a Trump administration, adds an unpredictable element to the defense sector.…

The electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States entered 2024 buoyed by optimism surrounding its growth potential. The prevailing sentiment was that a slowdown in 2023 was merely a temporary setback, as expert forecasts continued to predict an impending EV boom. The U.S. administration’s ambitious goal aimed for EVs…

In Washington, DC, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced a significant decision during a news conference on September 18, 2024, following the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. The committee decided to lower the central bank’s benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points, setting the new range at 4.75%-5%. This…

As 2024 comes to a close, predictions indicate a remarkable year for investors in U.S. stocks, with the S&P 500 potentially posting a year-to-date gain of 28%. This performance has exceeded even the most optimistic forecasts, surpassing an anticipated rise of 15%. Should this upward trend persist, 2024 would go…

As 2024 draws to a close, investors are returning to stocks that had previously delivered strong performances throughout the year. The shift in investment strategies reflects a growing interest in indicating which sectors and stocks generated the best returns since the beginning of the year. The trend is particularly noticeable…

In recent weeks, the discourse surrounding corporate sustainability has intensified, particularly in light of evolving political landscapes. The Trump transition team’s reported initiatives to eliminate the federal Clean Vehicle Tax Credit by 2025 and the recent resignation of the SEC Chair, who championed the agency’s Climate Disclosure Rules, point to…

Investors often perceive fixed-income funds as conservative components of their portfolios, contrasting them with the risk associated with equities and the complete safety associated with cash. This view, however, can be misleading, particularly when the fixed-income segment includes bond funds. Unlike individual bonds held to maturity, which have predictable returns,…

Financial planning revolves around effectively managing risk, and the principle of mean reversion plays an essential role in creating strategies that ensure investors can maximize their returns while safeguarding their financial future, particularly during retirement. Scott Bondurant, founder of Bondurant Investment Advisory, sheds light on mean reversion’s significance in financial…

As of late December 2023, the stock market is demonstrating a positive rally, with expectations that it will continue into January. Market analysts predict a correction phase is likely to hit during the months of February and March. Historically, February has been the weakest month in the four-year election cycle,…

The DividendRank formula utilized by Dividend Channel systematically evaluates a broad universe of dividend-paying stocks, ranking them based on a proprietary assessment designed to highlight those stocks that exhibit strong underlying fundamentals alongside attractive valuations. Currently, AbbVie stands out with a remarkable ranking, placing in the top 25% of this…

The FTSE 100 Index, a crucial benchmark of the UK’s stock market, reflects a complex investment landscape shaped by historical events and current market trends. Since the economic turbulence brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the index has shown a steady recovery trajectory, albeit at a more moderate pace than…