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Trump Announcements Impact Gold
Image Source: Pixabay Gold experienced a significant ~$100 drop this week, driven by heavy Chinese selling, stock market optimism surrounding Trump’s appointment of Bessent as Treasurer, and speculation about a potential Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire. Previous large selloffs this year showed mixed post-wipeout behavior, with no clear price pattern emerging. Given the reduced political and geopolitical risks, the […]
Dow, S&P Hit Fresh Highs After Fed Update
New tariff threats from President-elect Donald Trump weren’t enough to slow down Wall Street’s momentum. All three major benchmarks logged solid daily wins, the Dow hitting a new all-time high and securing its fifth-straight pop in the process. The S&P 500 also hit a fresh high and ticked its seventh-consecutive win. The Federal Reserve helped […]
Trump’s 25% Tariff On Mexico And Canada Hits General Motors Stock Hard
Image courtesy of 123rf.com In a move that has sent ripples through the automotive industry, President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose significant tariffs on imports from key trading partners, specifically targeting Mexico, Canada, and China.The plan includes a 25% tariff on products from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% on goods from China, set to […]
Bitcoin strategic reserve bill introduced in Brazil’s Congress
Key Takeaways A Brazilian bill proposes creating a national Bitcoin reserve managing up to 5% of international reserves. The reserve aims to back Brazil’s central bank digital currency using blockchain and AI for transaction integrity. Share this article A Brazilian federal deputy introduced legislation to create a national Bitcoin reserve that would hold up to […]
New Home Sales Plunge 17.3 Percent, Largest Decline Since July 2013
New Residential ConstructionToday, the Census Department released the New Residential Construction report for October. New Home Sales: Sales of new single-family houses in October 2024 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 610,000. This is 17.3 percent (±12.8 percent) below the revised September rate of 738,000 and is 9.4 percent (±19.0 percent) below the October 2023 […]
Infra Funds May Benefit From Falling Rate Tailwind
Using the Lipper Leaders scoring system to analyse the best-performing funds in the IA Infrastructure sector.We last visited the Investment Association Infrastructure sector exactly a year ago. I fully admit it’s too niche for most retail investors, but before you tut over your morning kipper and turn the page, please read on, as major performance […]
Softs Report – Tuesday, Nov. 26
COTTON General Comments: Cotton was higher yesterday and the trends are now turning up in this market. Support came from a very strong weekly export sales report as some buyers look to cover positions before the tariffs that President Trump is expected to impose. China has big problems with its domestic economy with consumer buying […]
The Value Of Direct Investing For Clients And Advisors: Making The Case For Precious Metals
Image Source: Unsplash Direct investing, where clients take ownership of specific assets, offers distinct advantages for both clients and advisors. By moving beyond generalized funds and into tangible assets (like physical precious metals), advisors can provide a level of customization and security that strengthens client relationships and sets their business apart. Additionally, this investment approach aligns […]
Making The Most Of Declining Junior Miners
Not all ways of profiting of declining mining stocks are made equal – let’s explore that.It’s quiet on the market today… That’s normal – periods of high volatility are often followed by relatively stable periods during which markets prepare for another move. In our case, it’s important to note that after gold’s invalidation of the […]
Changpeng Zhao urges focus on real blockchain apps over meme coin hype
Key Takeaways Changpeng Zhao advocates for focusing on real blockchain applications instead of meme coins. The meme coin sector holds a market capitalization of $116 billion, despite criticism over utility. Share this article Binance’s former CEO Changpeng Zhao urged the crypto community to move away from meme coins and focus on developing real blockchain applications, […]
