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Stocks, Yuan Tumble On Report US To Announce Tariffs On All China Imports If Trump-Xi Meeting Fails
It has been a while since the market was reminded of how quickly and violently it can be rocked as a result of Trump’s mood swings, and moments ago it got just such a stark reminder when Bloomberg reported that the U.S. is preparing to announce by early December tariffs on all remaining Chinese imports […]
The Big Four Economic Indicators: Real Personal Income In September – Monday, Oct. 29
Note: This commentary has been updated to include this morning’s release of the September data for Real Personal Income Less Transfer Receipts. Official recession calls are the responsibility of the NBER Business Cycle Dating Committee, which is understandably vague about the specific indicators on which they base their decisions. This committee statement is about as close as they […]
Dovish Bank Of Japan (BoJ) Forward-Guidance To Keep USD/JPY Bid
USD/JPY pares the decline from the previous week, with global equity prices reflecting a similar dynamic, and the exchange rate may stage a larger rebound going into the Bank of Japan (BoJ) interest rate decision on October 31 as it snaps the recent series of lower highs. DOVISH BANK OF JAPAN (BOJ) FORWARD-GUIDANCE TO KEEP […]
5 Restaurant Stocks Set To Surpass Earnings Estimates
The restaurant industry has been witnessing a series of changes lately. Apart from continuously trying to strategize and retain their competitive positions, restaurant operators are partnering with delivery channels and digital platforms to drive incremental sales. Furthermore, digital innovations have become the need of the hour with the growing clout of the internet. Though these […]
This Italian GDP Could Move The Euro Quite A Bit
This Italian GDP release could have a significant impact on the on the Euro. Without better numbers, the clash on the budget will likely continue. Italy is the euro zone’s third-largest economy, and its economic figures rarely move the Euro. But the preliminary publication for Q3 2018, due on October 30th, will be different. Very […]
Two Measures Of Inflation And Fed Policy – Monday, Oct. 29
The BEA’s Core Personal Consumption Expenditures Chain-type Price Index for September, released this morning, shows that core inflation is just about at the Federal Reserve’s 2% long-term target at 1.97%. The most recent Core Consumer Price Index release, also data through September, is higher at 2.17%. The Fed is on record as using Core PCE […]
Personal Income Up 0.2%, Smallest In 15 Months, Spending Up 0.4%
Personal income rose 0.2% in September, with real disposable income up only 0.1%. The CPI was up 2.0% year-over-year. The BEA’s Personal Income and Outlays report for September 2018 shows personal income increased $35.7 billion in September. Income Personal income increased $35.7 billion (0.2 percent). Disposable personal income (DPI) increased $29.1 billion (0.2 percent) Real DPI increased […]
6 ETFs With Monthly Dividends
In my latest screen, I searched for monthly dividend ETFs with above-average dividend yield and reliable dividend income flow. Most of the ETFs have raised their annual dividend payouts for the past several years, asserts fund expert Ned Piplovic, editor of Dividend Investor. The following list contains six monthly dividend ETFs with dividend yields exceeding 4%, annual […]
Play Google’s Q3 Earnings Beat With These 3 Funds
Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL – Free Report) posted favorable earnings results in the third quarter. The online advertising service provider posted earnings beat for the quarter, as the tech giant continues to enjoy strength in the mobile platform. Alphabet’s encouraging earnings results had a positive impact on the technology sector and boosted investors’ sentiment. Following the promising development, […]
The Ins And Outs Of Scalping Trades
Identifying your trading style and technique is a lot like molding your personal wardrobe. Some dress for utility and performance; others tend to keep a low profile by selecting comfort and convenience compared to those who enjoy staying on top of the latest trends. When it comes to selecting a trading strategy, following your natural […]
