In the midst of market volatility, investors may find themselves seeking stable investment options to navigate uncertain times. Joanna Gallegos, CEO of BondBloxx, emphasizes the significance of incorporating bonds into one’s investment strategy. Gallegos suggests that prioritizing income and high-yield bonds can provide a cushion against market fluctuations. By diversifying into fixed income, investors can
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As major share indices plunged deep into the red in Asia on Monday, it became increasingly evident that fears of a potential recession in the United States were triggering mass risk aversion among investors. This resulted in significant sell-offs and a sharp decline in market confidence. The prevailing sentiment indicated that interest rates would have
The weaker than expected July nonfarm payrolls data brought uncertainty to the market, prompting some to call for aggressive rate cuts by the Fed. However, experts are cautioning against jumping to conclusions, pointing out potential distortions in the data. Nonfarm payrolls only increased by 114,000, falling short of economist expectations, and the unemployment rate unexpectedly
Delta Air Lines has been making significant progress in returning to normal operations after experiencing a high number of flight cancellations. The Atlanta-based carrier reported a drastic decrease in cancellations, with only 47 flights being cancelled as of 6:30 a.m. ET compared to 511 on Tuesday and 1,160 on Monday. This marks a substantial improvement
The gold market witnessed a remarkable surge on Tuesday, with gold futures hitting a record high of $2,465.30, surpassing the previous peak set in May. This significant jump can be attributed to the growing anticipation of a September interest rate cut, which has fueled demand for bullion. As spot gold reached an all-time high of
BlackRock, a major player in the asset management industry, reported a 10% increase in profits in the second quarter. This growth was primarily driven by the strong performance of its Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), which saw record inflows in the first half of the year. The company achieved a milestone by reaching $10.6 trillion in assets
The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania has sent shockwaves through the financial markets. Analysts and investors around the world have been closely monitoring the situation to gauge the potential impact on the upcoming election and market stability. The incident has sparked concerns about political violence and
Following Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell’s cautious stance during his appearance before the House Financial Services Committee, the US Dollar experienced a slight decline. Despite indications of disinflation in the US economic outlook and market expectations of a rate cut in September, Powell emphasized the Fed’s data-dependent decisions over immediate actions, keeping investors uncertain. Importance
Athletic Brewing Company, a leading nonalcoholic brewer, has recently secured an additional $50 million in equity financing in a round led by General Atlantic. This funding is expected to further support the company’s growth and expansion plans. In fact, Athletic CEO and founder Bill Shufelt expressed optimism that General Atlantic would make even larger investments
Recently, French drugmaker Servier faced a major setback in its legal battle against the European Union for deals made with rivals to delay the sales of generic versions of its popular blood pressure medicine perindopril. The European Commission imposed a hefty fine amounting to 331 million euros on Servier back in 2014, along with fines
In a recent television interview, Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated Germany’s coalition government’s commitment to its social agenda despite economic challenges. He emphasized the importance of defending and further developing the welfare state while addressing other pressing issues, such as military aid to Ukraine. The three-way coalition in Germany, comprising the Social Democrats (SPD), pro-business liberals
In recent days, commodity markets have seen a resurgence in positive territory, with both silver (XAG/USD) and gold (XAU/USD) experiencing gains. The underlying factor behind this surge appears to be mounting concerns around geopolitical tensions in both the Middle East and Asia. News of a potential escalation on the northern border between Lebanon and Israel