Morgan Stanley’s focus on defensive quality stocks has become more pronounced in recent months, according to its chief U.S. equity strategist, Michael Wilson. Despite the ongoing surge of major U.S. indexes to record highs, the firm continues to emphasize the importance of defensive positioning in investor portfolios. Wilson believes that amidst increasing market volatility, investors
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Restaurant CEOs are constantly facing the pressure of explaining to investors why their sales are not meeting expectations. In recent times, the word “value” has become a focal point in these discussions, highlighting the industry‘s biggest concern. The current economic climate has seen a significant increase in food prices away from home, leading to a
In today’s volatile stock market, investors are constantly seeking safe investments to protect their capital. The recent fluctuations in the market have left many unsure about where to invest their money. However, there are some large-cap stocks in the health care sector that have proven to be reliable even in tumultuous times. One sector that
Recent data released by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission and LSEG revealed that leveraged funds, including hedge funds and various money managers, have reduced their position on the Japanese yen. The net short stance shrunk to the smallest level since February 2023, with a decrease of approximately 24,158 contracts compared to the previous week.
The municipal bonds market witnessed a weaker trend on Thursday due to the rise in U.S. Treasury yields and the rally in equities. Triple-A yields saw an increase of two to seven basis points, while USTs rose four to five points as volatility persisted in both markets. This recent trend has been characterized by “crazy
Recent news has revealed that all doses of Eli Lilly’s popular weight loss injection, Zepbound, and diabetes drug, Mounjaro, are now readily available in the United States. This update comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s drug shortage database, putting an end to the previous scarcity issues that were reported. Initially, there were shortages
As we embark on a new trading month, JPMorgan has updated its Analyst Focus list with some potential outperformers in the market. In the wake of a shaky start to the month, with significant drops in major indices, investors are seeking guidance on where to put their money next. JPMorgan’s focus list includes stocks that
The increase in municipal bond issuance during July has been attributed to several factors such as front-loaded issuance ahead of the election, a lower rate environment, and a breakneck pace of supply. These trends have continued for the seventh consecutive month, with volume rising to $33.935 billion in 576 issues, representing a 21.2% increase from
Robert Kiyosaki, the well-known author of “Rich Dad, Poor Dad,” continues to emphasize the importance of generating wealth through passive income. He suggests that as real estate markets crash, it is crucial to focus on making money while you sleep. This valuable lesson from his Rich Dad character serves as a reminder that the time
In a move to transform the global currency exchange market, Ripmex has announced the presale of its revolutionary RPX tokens. RPX, a real-time gross settlement token, is designed to facilitate secure and low-cost transactions for banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and businesses. By eliminating commission fees, RPX not only enhances potential profitability but also