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High Beta Squeezed As Vol Markets Scream Caution

High Beta Squeezed As Vol Markets Scream Caution

Image Source: Unsplash The S&P 500 is on fire, rallying for eight straight days and soaring over 9.5% since the August 5 low. While some might shrug off this rollercoaster of a market as just another day on Wall Street, don’t be fooled—this is anything but business as usual.The VIX, which spiked to a staggering 65, […]
Inverted, Recessed, And Hung Out To Dry

Inverted, Recessed, And Hung Out To Dry

Image source: Wikipedia The great reckoning seems to be following the course that I have been charting by guesswork. In other words, the great trainwreck seems to be happening. Let’s see what we are experiencing so far.Interest rates appear to be headed out of their long inversion. My anticipation was that the economy would not enter […]
The Top 10 Countries By Gold Reserves In 2024

The Top 10 Countries By Gold Reserves In 2024

In 2024, gold prices have surged almost 20%, driven by significant central bank purchases, robust consumer demand in China, and increased interest in safe-haven assets due to geopolitical uncertainties.In this graphic, we show the top 10 countries by total gold reserves (tonnes) as of May 2024. These figures come from the World Gold Council. Fort Knox The country […]
Market Talk – Monday, Aug. 19

Market Talk – Monday, Aug. 19

Image Source: Pixabay ASIA:The major Asian stock markets had a mixed day today:• NIKKEI 225 decreased 674.05 points or -1.77% to 37,388.62• Shanghai increased 14.24 points or 0.49% to 2,893.67• Hang Seng increased 139.41 points or 0.80% to 17,569.57• ASX 200 increased 9.30 points or 0.12% to 7,980.40• KOSPI decreased 22.87 points or -0.85% to 2,674.36• […]
Palo Alto Networks Surpasses Q4 Earnings And Revenue Estimates

Palo Alto Networks Surpasses Q4 Earnings And Revenue Estimates

Image Source: Unsplash Palo Alto Networks (PANW – Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.51 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.41 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.44 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 7.09%. A quarter ago, it […]
Stock Analysis: Embotelladora Andina

Stock Analysis: Embotelladora Andina

Image Source: Unsplash Embotelladora Andina SA (AKO-B) is a Coca-Cola bottler in Latin America whose principal activity is to produce, bottle, commercialize, and distribute the products under registered trademarks of The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC), as well as commercialize and distribute some brands of other companies such as Monster, AB InBev, Diageo and Capel, among others.The Company […]
Rate Cuts To Fuel Gold But Could Delay Recession

Rate Cuts To Fuel Gold But Could Delay Recession

Image Source: Unsplash Gold and gold stocks are set to benefit from Fed easing. There is some history of the stock market rallying at the start of Fed cuts before a recession and bear market.Video Length: 00:08:36More By This Author:Gold Explodes Past $2500 & Gold & Silver Stocks SurgeGold Mining & Junior Gold Stocks Approaching Major […]
Rumors of a ‘Gensler plan’ swirl, claiming SEC chair’s move to Treasury under Harris admin

Rumors of a ‘Gensler plan’ swirl, claiming SEC chair’s move to Treasury under Harris admin

Key Takeaways Kamala Harris may nominate SEC Chairman Gary Gensler as Treasury Secretary if elected. Gensler’s nomination could face strong opposition from Republicans and support from pro-crypto Democrats. Share this article Unconfirmed reports recently surfaced to suggest that Vice President Kamala Harris may nominate SEC Chairman Gary Gensler as Treasury Secretary if she wins the […]
Japanese Yen Sizzles And Fizzles: Watch The August Close

Japanese Yen Sizzles And Fizzles: Watch The August Close

Yen. Image Source: Pixabay We discussed the prospect for a low on the Japanese Yen currency several weeks ago.Here is the link to that article. You can see the original chart below. “The facts, Ma’am. Just the facts.” – Joe FridayThe Japanese Yen did rally off important price support and many assets worldwide got a little goofy… […]
How To Handle Pullbacks When The Wall Of Worry Is Up

How To Handle Pullbacks When The Wall Of Worry Is Up

Image Source: Pexels Pullbacks during a bull market are the perfect time to jump into a name and ride it higher. But pullbacks when the wall of worry is up are different. Fear enters the picture.Just look at the recent moves higher in market volatility. Investors and traders started to doubt this year’s nice bull run. After […]