In a recent episode of “Making Money,” Don Nesbitt, a senior portfolio manager at F/M Investments, highlighted significant investment opportunities as U.S. stocks continue to achieve record highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 both reached new all-time peak values, reflecting a buoyant market atmosphere. However, amid…...

Bentonville, Arkansas, is witnessing significant growth as evidenced by its population of 59,471 in 2023, marking a 2.7% increase from the previous year and a remarkable 9.8% surge from 2020. Located in the fast-developing Northwestern Arkansas region, Bentonville hosts the headquarters of major corporations such as Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and…...

The recent report by Charles Schwab Asset Management reveals significant insights into the investment behavior of exchange-traded fund (ETF) investors amidst a tumultuous economic and political landscape characterized by high inflation and the upcoming presidential election. A striking takeaway is that most ETF investors have remained unfazed by these external…...

Cathie Wood, the chief executive of Ark Investment Management, is renowned for her focus on small- and mid-cap technology stocks, but she also occasionally invests in larger, more established companies to provide a balance to her otherwise high-risk portfolios. This tactic allows her funds to stabilize even when they are…...

The COVID-19 pandemic has subsided in many aspects of daily life, yet its impacts continue to resonate through various industries, particularly the cruise sector, which is recovering but still grappling with challenges. The greater hospitality and leisure sectors have seen notable recoveries, but cruise companies face unique hurdles. As they…...

The ongoing bull market in the S&P 500, which started two years ago, continues to show strength amidst a thriving US economy and the excitement surrounding the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Recently, the S&P 500 index has surged over 60% from its low and is approaching record highs. Analysts…...

In the evaluation of two electric vehicle stocks, BYD (BYDDY) and Rivian Automotive (RIVN), I adopted a bearish stance on BYD while maintaining a neutral outlook on Rivian. BYD, a major player in the electric vehicle market based in China, is recognized for producing a range of vehicles including budget-friendly…...

On a notable Friday in the financial district of lower Manhattan, U.S. stocks experienced a significant upswing, culminating in the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching record highs. The positive momentum was buoyed by strong earnings reports from major banking institutions, notably JPMorgan and Wells Fargo, which alleviated…...

In recent weeks, enthusiasm around artificial intelligence (AI) investments has seen a significant resurgence after a period of uncertainty over returns, particularly during the summer months. Investors showed heightened concern following a decrease in cash flows into AI stocks, leading to a notable pullback in shares of major companies, including…...

Elon Musk’s recent unveiling of Tesla’s robotaxi concept was met with considerable skepticism from Wall Street analysts, leading to a significant drop in Tesla stock, which fell as much as 10%. Musk introduced the idea of a two-seater Cybercab designed for autonomous passenger transport devoid of traditional controls like steering…...

On the last trading day of the week, U.S. stocks saw a positive uptick following the release of the Producer Price Index (PPI) data for September, which indicated a moderation in wholesale inflation. The PPI remained flat on a month-over-month basis—falling short of the 0.1% increase that economists had forecasted.…...