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Japan Sees Inflationary Pressures Easing

Japan Sees Inflationary Pressures Easing

Image source: Pixabay  As of Thursday’s stock market close, the Dow Jones Index (US30) was up by 0.87%, while the S&P 500 Index (US500) added 1.03%. The Nasdaq Technology Index (US100) closed positive by 1.26% on Thursday. Thursday’s US Q3 GDP reports and the Philadelphia Fed’s December business outlook survey came in weaker than expected, raising expectations of a Fed rate cut and […]
BTC/USD Forecast: Sees Buyers 
                    
No shorting

BTC/USD Forecast: Sees Buyers No shorting

This market has frequently demonstrated a negative correlation with traditional industries. Bitcoin exhibited a notable surge during Thursday’s trading session, signaling a potential breakout to higher levels. In the current landscape, it is imperative to closely monitor the $45,000 level, as it holds considerable significance. This level garners substantial interest due to its round and psychologically […]
McDonald’s Corporation Dividend Stock Analysis

McDonald’s Corporation Dividend Stock Analysis

Image Source: Pexels  Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD). Below are some highlights from the above-linked analysis:Company Description: McDonald’s Corporation is the largest fast-food restaurant company in the world, with about 35,000 restaurants in 119 countries.Fair Value: In calculating fair value, I consider the NPV MMA Differential Fair Value along with these four calculations of […]
Fed Up

Fed Up

A bit of a plumbing update for you: the Feds dumping of bonds continues apace, on auto-pilot: Reverse Repo remains in a free-fall, plunging toward $0 in within months at this pace. And, of course, Yellen’s free money giveaway called BTFP is at another lifetime high, as desperate banks continue gobbling up billions from their […]
Rocket Lab Stock Up 17.3% After $515M Agreement With US Gov

Rocket Lab Stock Up 17.3% After $515M Agreement With US Gov

Rocket Lab’s shares surged 17.2% in premarket trading on the reports that the company secured a $515 million contract a US government customer.SpaceX rival Rocket Lab (RKLB) secured a $515 million contract with a government customer to design, manufacture, deliver, and operate 18 space vehicles. The startup’s shares popped 17.3% in premarket trading on the news, with […]
One Of The Most Important Signals In All Of Finance

One Of The Most Important Signals In All Of Finance

Image Source: Pexels  When the dollar goes up it is one of the simplest yet most critical warning signs in all finance. Most people are told it is because of the Fed and its rate policies. The last couple of years have made it appear like that’s actually the case. Instead, the evidence conclusively shows the […]
Will Mortgage Rates Drop In 2024?

Will Mortgage Rates Drop In 2024?

Image Source: DepositPhotosMortgage interest rates typically follow the 30-year treasury, which is also affected by the Fed interest rate. Right now, most people predict that it will be late 2024 before we might see a drop. I would never count on that though. If you are looking to buy a new home, you should go […]
Warner Bros. & Paramount Merger Talks: What To Know

Warner Bros. & Paramount Merger Talks: What To Know

Image Source: Unsplash  This week, news about a potential merger between Paramount Global (PARA) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) made the headlines, sparking talks about the future of Hollywood studios. It is no secret that the change in viewers’ habits, boosted especially during the pandemic era, makes managing boards of the largest studios reconsider their strategies […]
GBP/JPY Faces Pressure Near 181.00 As UK Recession Fears Deepen

GBP/JPY Faces Pressure Near 181.00 As UK Recession Fears Deepen

Image Source: DepositPhotosThe GBP/JPY pair fell back while attempting to climb above 181.00 after the United Kingdom Office for National Statistics (ONS), in its latest estimates, reported a contraction in the Q3 Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The ONS projected a stagnant performance in the preliminary estimates and now a surprise contraction has deepened fears of a […]
AUD/USD Forecast: Sees Upward Movement

AUD/USD Forecast: Sees Upward Movement

In the short term, any setbacks in the market are likely to be met with buying interest, as numerous traders are looking to establish long positions in the Australian dollar. The AUD/USD showed significant strength in the recent trading session, indicating that it’s preparing for a substantial move in the market. While my target remains at the […]