September is often regarded with apprehension in the stock market community, and the historical data supports this sentiment. An analysis suggests that since 1926, U.S. large-cap stocks have posted an average loss of 0.9% during this month, making it unique as the only month to record an average decline over nearly a century of stock
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Japan currently finds itself at a critical juncture, specifically regarding interest rates and economic policy. As the country navigates the aftermath of the pandemic and strives toward a stable economic recovery, the role of key political figures in shaping monetary policy becomes increasingly significant. Recently, Sanae Takaichi, the Minister responsible for economic security, expressed her
The concept of a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) has recently sparked considerable discussion among policymakers and economists. Both the Trump and Biden administrations have proposed unique interpretations of this financial instrument, showcasing a stark divergence in priorities. Such a fund is essentially a state-owned entity that invests surplus revenues and strategic investments for long-term
In July 2023, the Chinese government launched a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing domestic consumption. This initiative involved the allocation of 300 billion yuan ($41.5 billion) in ultra-long special government bonds specifically intended to support a trade-in and equipment upgrade policy. The overarching goal was to stimulate spending within the economy by enticing consumers to
As the week draws to a close, Asian stock markets are gearing up for a solid finish, reflecting a wave of optimism influenced by encouraging trends in the U.S. financial sector. On the back of a robust performance on Wall Street, which has witnessed substantial gains across key indexes, the outlook appears favorable. This bounce
The USD/JPY currency pair has been on a downward spiral, experiencing a fourth consecutive day of negative trading. This trend has brought it alarmingly close to its year-to-date (YTD) lows, highlighting a significant weakness in the US dollar against its Japanese counterpart. The underlying cause of this movement is primarily attributed to the contrasting monetary
Dutch challenger bank Bunq is on a mission to rapidly expand its global reach by growing its headcount by a whopping 70% this year, aiming to have over 700 employees on board. While other financial technology startups are opting to scale back on jobs, Bunq is taking a different approach by gearing up for expansion
In a surprising move, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has once again offloaded a significant portion of its Bank of America shares. This recent round of sales brings the total amount divested to over $7 billion since mid-July, resulting in a reduced stake of 11% in the company. The conglomerate sold a total of 5.8 million
Economists are anticipating an upward trend in the ISM Manufacturing PMI from 46.8 in July to 47.8 in August. Despite the manufacturing sector contributing less than 30% to the US economy, positive figures could potentially support the notion of a soft landing for the US economy. Investors will be closely monitoring the subcomponents of the
Warren Buffett, widely known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” recently celebrated his 94th birthday with Berkshire Hathaway reaching new milestones. The conglomerate became the first non-technology company to surpass a $1 trillion market capitalization, while its Class A shares surged past $700,000 each for the first time in history. As friend and fellow investor, Howard
Xpeng, a Chinese electric car company, recently introduced its new mass-market Mona brand with prices starting at $16,812, significantly lower than Tesla’s Model 3. The launch of the Mona M03 electric coupe garnered impressive reception, with orders exceeding 10,000 in just 52 minutes after the unveiling event in Beijing. This positive response from consumers resulted
The role of Federal Reserve holdings of mortgage bonds in influencing the economy’s momentum has been a topic of discussion among academics and economists. A recent paper presented at a central bank research conference highlights the significance of these holdings in how monetary policy affects various aspects of the economy. The Federal Reserve’s actions of
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