Stock Markets Analysis & Opinion

First quarter earnings continued to come in better-than-expected last week, but it was the latest Federal Open Markets Committee (FOMC) meeting which led to a pop in markets in the second half of...

Stocks were advancing on Friday, fueled by Thursday’s earnings release from AAPL and the monthly jobs data that was released before the session opened. The S&P 500 index gained 1.26%...

Investing in the stock market can be akin to navigating a maze blindfolded. With a multitude of variables at play, determining the true worth of a company – its intrinsic value – becomes...

The latest FOMC meeting caused a S&P 500 rally as Jerome Powell turned more “dovish” than expected. While Powell did note that progress on inflation has been lackluster, the...

S&P 500's recent correction was normal and potentially a buying opportunity. Historical data suggests indexes could deliver positive returns from May to October. And, while April may have ended...

Buffett's big moves: Apple stake slash and record cash pile signal caution in the market. He prefers short-term bonds over stocks at current valuations, suggesting he expects a market correction. In...

In last month’s newsletter, I wrote the following: “In the short term, the stock market is overbought, momentum is waning, and volume indicators are falling. This is a warning (not a...

This is the 5th weekend in a row I have covered Economic Modern Family as my weekend update.From 5 weeks ago when Granny Retail and Granddad Russell sold off hard after failing to take out...

In the dynamic world of stock investing, the adage "cash is king" holds significant weight. Cash-rich companies possess a distinct advantage, offering stability, flexibility, and resilience,...

Jobless claims, Fed speakers, and more earnings in focus this week. Arista Networks is a buy with a strong beat-and-raise quarter expected. Rivian Automotive is a sell with disappointing earnings,...

On Thursday, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) sparked a mini-controversy with its Q2 2024 earnings report. The phone company announced the largest share buyback program in the history of the US stock market, worth...

Apple stock is up after a double beat and a whopping $110 billion share buyback. However, the report is also telling for what it lacks – that is, clarity about the company’s direction on...

S&P Emini Pre-Open Market Analysis The S&P Emini found buyers below yesterday’s low after the bears were disappointed by the lack of strong follow-through after Tuesday’s downside...

This article dives into whether AI-powered stock selection strategies can beat human portfolio managers. Focusing on the S&P 500 as the benchmark, we will compare each strategy. Historical data...