In the beginning of September, chip stocks faced a significant downturn, marking their worst stretch in over four years. This decline was largely driven by the loss of momentum in artificial intelligence frontrunner Nvidia and growing concerns over U.S. economic growth. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) plummeted by 11.7% in a Labor Day-shortened, four-day trading
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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 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 recent asset allocation report released by Tiger 21, a network of ultra-high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs, highlights some interesting trends when it comes to investing in Nvidia. Surprisingly, more than half of the network’s members, 57% to be precise, do not currently have any investments in the chip darling Nvidia. This stance taken by a
As interest rates are expected to decrease after the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting, investors are looking for alternative options to secure solid yield and potential capital gains. Regional banks have emerged as a promising choice, with some offering dividend yields that exceed 4%, making them an attractive investment opportunity. Despite the allure of high
The stock market experienced a major setback with Nvidia losing a jaw-dropping $279 billion in market value in a single day. This marks the fifth time the stock has experienced such a massive loss in market capitalization. With the stock plummeting by 9.5% on that fateful day, it is now down by 23.3% since June
Investors seeking income-generating assets should consider dividend-paying stocks, especially with the expected interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September. These stocks are likely to outperform other assets like bonds due to their attractive dividend yields. However, with a vast array of companies offering dividends, it can be challenging to choose the right stocks.
The recent plunge in Pinduoduo’s stock price by nearly 30% following disappointing quarterly results has shed light on the evolving nature of China’s consumer market. Despite the overall weakness in the market, PDD’s revenue saw substantial growth of almost 90% year-over-year, with profits more than doubling. Charlie Chen from China Renaissance Securities emphasized that the
Bitcoin’s poor trading action in recent months may continue for another month, as traders are in a state of uncertainty. August was particularly challenging for the leading cryptocurrency, with Bitcoin experiencing a 10.25% slide, its worst month since April. Ethereum also dropped significantly, with a 23.66% decrease, marking its third monthly drawdown and worst month
GE Aerospace is poised to emerge victorious amidst ongoing manufacturing challenges faced by Boeing, as stated by Artisan Partners’ Chris Smith. With the introduction of their new leap engine, GE has essentially solidified their position as a monopoly in the industry. This engine is set to power the majority of new narrow-body planes, potentially accounting