During a speech to the Economic Club of New York, former President Donald Trump suggested the establishment of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund to finance infrastructure projects. Trump emphasized the need for the fund to invest in national endeavors for the benefit of all Americans. He questioned why the U.S. did not already have such
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When it comes to investing, there are various options available in the market. One such often overlooked option is municipal bonds. These bonds are debt securities issued by state and local governments to finance public projects. Despite typically offering lower nominal yields compared to corporate bonds, municipal bonds can be tax-exempt for certain investors, making
The real estate market has seen a significant increase in the supply of homes for sale, with active listings growing by 36% nationwide compared to last year. This marks the 10th consecutive month of annual growth in inventory levels. However, despite this rise, the supply of homes is still 26% lower than pre-pandemic levels in
Bybit’s latest Block Scholes Crypto Derivatives Analytics Report sheds light on the decreasing open interest in perpetual contracts, indicating a declining confidence in the market. This trend is concerning, as it suggests that traders are becoming more cautious due to the persistent volatility in the market. The fact that trading volumes have also decreased further
The Green Bay Packers are the only National Football League team with an ownership structure that mirrors that of a publicly traded company. Established over 100 years ago, the franchise is entirely owned by stockholders, many of whom are loyal Packers fans. Through six stock offerings starting in 1923 and as recent as 2021, over
When Jerry Jones made the bold decision to purchase the Dallas Cowboys in 1989 for $150 million, he faced significant financial challenges. The team was losing $1 million a month, and Texas Stadium had plenty of empty seats and suites. Jones, an oilman who had borrowed extensively to acquire the Cowboys, knew he had to
The days of Bitcoin rallies seem to have come to a screeching halt, catching many experts and investors off guard. The prevailing sentiment in the cryptocurrency market is one of pessimism, with many predicting that there will be no further bull run for Bitcoin. The initial euphoria that characterized the beginning of the year has
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association has recently released a report indicating that one-third of bridges in the United States are in need of repair or replacement. The report highlights the ongoing efforts of states to reduce the number of bridges in poor condition, bringing the total down to 42,067 from 42,391 in 2023.
The month of September has kicked off with some rocky start for the major stock indexes after a global sell-off in August. As investors prepare for potential turmoil, Wolfe Research has released an updated list of high-conviction stock picks known as the Alpha List. This list features stocks that the firm believes are poised to
The U.S. dollar has been facing challenges in the market recently, with weak economic data contributing to a decline in its value. Investors are concerned about the possibility of an outsized interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in response to disappointing economic indicators. The Dollar Index, which measures the dollar against a basket of