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Dividend investing has always been popular, and for good reason. Dividend stocks offer a wide range of advantages for return-minded investors, but two of the most significant are a reliable income stream and an inflation-beating yield. Taken together, these advantages can form the base of a truly sound portfolio. The majority of dividend stocks pay out on a quarterly basis, but turning towards those with a monthly payment schedule allows investors to better plan their income streams to meet thei
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(Bloomberg) -- US stock futures rose and Treasuries fell after a deal was reached on the weekend to avoid an American government shutdown. Traders are waiting to hear remarks from Federal Reserve Chief Jerome Powell later Monday.Most Read from BloombergWhy a US Recession Is Still Likely — and Coming SoonOnce Unthinkable Bond Yields Now the New Normal For MarketsCongress Averts US Government Shutdown Hours Before DeadlineMcCarthy to Face Far-Right Attempt to Oust Him as House SpeakerSevere Crash
Real estate stands as a cornerstone of wealth generation, and as 19th-century British philosopher and economist John Stuart Mill once, said, "Landlords grow rich in their sleep." Landlords don't merely collect rental income; they also reap the rewards of property value appreciation. While it's nice to collect monthly rental income from an investment property, being a landlord does come with hassles. Don’t miss: Investing in real estate just got a whole lot simpler. This Jeff Bezos-backed startup
High-quality names Apple, Amazon, Starbucks, Netflix, and JPMorgan are all in the discount bin after a brutal September. Here's why it's time to buy.
Wall Street projects that Tesla delivered about 455,000 units in the third quarter. Estimates are wide-ranging though. The number could come in anywhere from 440,000 to 485,000 units.
The union has listed its assets and liabilities in the range of $1 million to $10 million, according to the Sept. 30 filing made in a San Francisco court. "While we have attempted numerous times to resolve the decade-long litigation with ICTSI Oregon, at this point, the Union can no longer afford to defend against ICTSI's scorched-earth litigation tactic", said ILWU International President Willie Adams.
Jerome Powell was asked if he shares the Fed staff’s view that the economy is headed for a soft landing last month. “No, I would not do that,” he said.
After a run, stocks can offer a new buying opportunity with a pullback to the 50-day line. Novo Nordisk and 4 S&P 500 stocks have done that.
Tax-free municipal bonds are not just a source of investment but also a significant contributor to public projects such as roads, schools and hospitals. These debt instruments are issued by local or state governments, attracting investors for their provide tax-advantaged income. The interest earned from these bonds is typically exempt from federal taxes and, potentially, […] The post What Are Tax-Free Municipal Bonds and Should You Invest? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
The U.S. bond market is calling a moment: the age of low interest rates and inflation that began with the 2008 financial crisis has ended. The market's view has come into sharp focus in recent days amid a dramatic run-up in 10-year Treasury yields that hit 16-year highs. Behind that move is a bet that the disinflationary forces the Federal Reserve fought with its easy money policies in the aftermath of the financial crisis have abated, according to investors and a regularly updated New York Fed model based on yields.
Questions about the strength of the economy, what the Federal Reserve plans to do next, and even the path of corporate earnings won’t be answered for months, leaving certainty-starved investors feeling like they’re walking on quicksand. The reasons for optimism start with a just-completed September, which lived up to its reputation as the toughest stretch of the year for stock investors. Over those 30 days, stock investors have had to contend with a “hawkish pause” by the Fed, a looming federal government shutdown, a jump in bond yields, and rising oil prices.
Gold extended losses on Monday for the sixth consecutive session to hit a near seven-month low, as the dollar stayed strong, with traders digesting a key U.S. inflation report as they positioned for a slew of job market data due this week. Spot gold dropped 0.4% to $1,840.49 per ounce by 0545 GMT, its lowest since March 10. "The data out of the U.S. is getting softer and the U.S. Federal Reserve's squeeze is starting to show up in more and more places," said Ilya Spivak, head of global macro at Tastylive.
(Bloomberg) -- Lithium prices are spiraling down toward the lowest level in two years on concerns over the strength of Chinese demand for the material, a key ingredient in electric vehicle batteries.Most Read from BloombergWhy a US Recession Is Still Likely — and Coming SoonOnce Unthinkable Bond Yields Now the New Normal For MarketsCongress Averts US Government Shutdown Hours Before DeadlineMcCarthy to Face Far-Right Attempt to Oust Him as House SpeakerSevere Crash Is Coming for US Office Proper
The labor union for West Coast dockworkers filed for bankruptcy to fend off a judgment holding it liable for what a federal jury found to be illegal slowdowns and work stoppages at the Port of Portland in Oregon.
Investing in a 401(k) is chosen by many employees, offering a convenient and often successful method to save for retirement. While a 401(k) may often be a wise decision, it comes with risks, and understanding how to handle market fluctuations affecting your account value is crucial for long-term financial security. When your portfolio drops it […] The post What to Do When Your 401(k) Loses Money appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
The S&P 500 is up 12% so far in 2023, even with the market correction. But an equal-weight ETF is up 0.6%. Nvidia leads the index's big winners.
Evergrande has been working to get creditors' approval to restructure its offshore debt but the process grew more complicated last week when the company said it could not issue new debt due to an investigation into its main China unit. Reuters reported last week that a group of offshore creditors was planning to join a court petition to liquidate the developer if it did not submit a new debt restructuring plan by the end of October. Evergrande did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment during week-long National Day holidays.
The EV maker, known for ambitious goals, is betting customers will stick around for the long-awaited electric pickup.
Citi initiated coverage of Zions Bancorp and other regional banks, arguing that much of the sector’s bad news is already baked into their stock prices.
