The threat of a global recession is growing as central banks focus on bringing down soaring inflation rates by aggressively hiking interest rates, according to the World Bank. Global inflation has been rising at the fastest pace in decades, due to supply constraints, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and elevated energy prices. In a new report, World Bank economists warned that the
Traders work the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on August 15, 2022 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images Economists, Wall Street analysts, hedge fund managers and public prognosticators have been all over the map lately in trying to divine the ways of Wall Street. Some have
Source: Andreas Prott / Shutterstock [Editor’s note: “Breakout in Solar Stocks Is Just the Start of a Gold Rush” was previously published in August 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] Currently, solar stocks are staging an enormous breakout. And our fundamental and technical analysis indicates this is just
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will send more than $415,000 to 3,508 consumers who financed a vehicle through one of four Tate’s Auto dealerships in Arizona or New Mexico after January 1, 2013, and later had the vehicle repossessed. According to the FTC lawsuit that led to the refund, the dealerships deceived consumers, many of
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has been shopping for bargains amid the industry’s recent carnage and said he still has cash to spend if opportunity knocks. It may seem strange. Other multi-billion-dollar crypto giants spiraled into bankruptcy this year. FTX’s main competitor, Coinbase, has seen its shares plunge 70% and has laid off a fifth of
[Editor’s note: “Divergence Transforms Volatility Into Massive Market Gains” was previously published in May 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] By now, you should know all about the ultra-rare divergence phenomenon that’s been emerging in the U.S. stock market for the first time in 14 years. You know
Clearly, global movie theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) has a CEO who’s not afraid to engage with his fans. Adam Aron’s investor outreach has been remarkable, and possibly commendable. Yet, holding AMC stock now would be a major gamble as the company’s lack of profits remains a concern. Is it the company’s business to show films,
In this article NCR GE AZN-GB UBER IP FDX Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: FedEx (FDX) – FedEx tumbled 20.3% in premarket trading after issuing a profit warning due to declining package delivery volumes around the world. The news has exacerbated fears of a slowing global economy, weighing on shares of
Finding the best NFT stocks can be a dizzying prospect. Digital artwork going for millions of dollars, fashion brands creating digitalized wearables, and auction houses selling blockchain-based artwork; 2021 is likely to go down as a landmark year for nonfungible tokens (NFT). Billions have exchanged hands in the past year, with people rushing to own
As we head into the year’s second half, the U.S. stock is off to its worst start in over 50 years. The S&P 500 index has had its weakest showing since 1970, as the Federal Reserve continues raising interest rates to fight inflationary pressures. Historically speaking, the stock market has always rebounded, so it’s important
In a situation that appears to be unprecedented, the U.S. is now in cold wars with two other, major powers: Russia and China. And given the huge importance of technology in today’s world, America is also fighting a tech cold war with both of those nations. The struggle has multiple components. Washington is taking steps
One of the most interesting things about a bear market is scouring around for secular growth trends because even when the rhetoric is doom and gloom, companies and industries continue to grow. Investors need to be looking for these investing trends if they want to profit down the road, as that wave of growth will
Solar power generation is increasing in terms of importance to countries and individuals looking forward to a renewable energy future. For long-term investors, that often means solar stocks are one of the first places investors look for growth opportunities. That said, there are some compelling companies in the solar power generation business that also provide meaningful
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