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Why investors are sticking with cash as bond yields climb on election jitters
The Federal Reserve likely needs to cut rates to less than 1% to spur notable outflows, or longer-term Treasury yields need to dramatically rise from current levels, says portfolio managerBusiness - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Why bond yields are rising and what stock investors should do about that
Bond traders are at it again, pushing Treasury yields higher and signaling the Fed was too heavy-handed when it cut rates last month.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
I’m a 26-year-old property investor. Is now a good time to refinance — or should I flip houses before buying more?
“I’ve been investing in real estate since I was 20.”Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Here are the stakes for stocks, bonds, gold and other markets as investors await too-close-to-call election
Investors are bracing for a range of scenarios after voters finish going to the polls on Tuesday.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Why raising more cash is a smart portfolio move — even with stocks at record highs
The key to long-term success in the stock market is to avoid taking on more and more risk.Business - MarketWatch - October 19 -
Beaten-up Nextracker provides investors a reason to believe. But timing is key here
Shares of Nextracker jumped 22% on the back of stronger-than-expected results and an increase to its project backlog.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago -
U.S. stocks add to all-time high with more gains on Monday
U.S. stocks are rising in afternoon trading Monday building on its record set on FridayTop stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Tom Brady, one of many athletes to become owners, adds to his portfolio
Brady joins a list of athletes that includes LeBron James, Serena Williams, Wayne Gretzky and more.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
Trump and Harris would add trillions to the national debt. Here’s why it could lead to higher costs for households.
The combined cost in new debt of former President Donald Trump’s and Vice President Kamala Harris’s tax and spending proposals would dwarf those put forward in previous election cycles, according ...Business - MarketWatch - October 18 -
Why gold is a key asset in recession-proof portfolios
Think a recession is coming? Here's why you may want to buy gold.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Why gold still shines in modern portfolios
Gold is a strategic tool utilized for multiple purposes. Here's why it's still valuable in modern portfolios.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
Investors may have to wait a week before it’s clear who controls the U.S. House. Here’s why.
While experts have been warning that the winner of the tight presidential contest may not be determined on the night of Nov. 5, there’s also a view that the battle over the U.S. House of ...Business - MarketWatch - October 22 -
Stock-market investors have ‘no clear playbook’ for Harris election win. Here’s why.
A victory by Vice President Kamala Harris over Donald Trump next week might leave investors temporarily lost, says a closely followed Wall Street research analyst.Business - MarketWatch - October 29 -
Why these 17 stocks in the S&P 500 are now more compelling
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says companies’ earnings are “catching up” to high P/E ratios for their stocks. Here are 10 companies to keep an eye on.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Here’s Why Employers May Get More Involved in Workers’ Health Care
The Business Group on Health wants to help business owners address rising health coverage costs. That may require more attention to the treatments workers receive.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Big companies are seeing more turnover in the CFO chair. Here's why that matters
CFO turnover hit 8.9% globally during the period, surpassing levels in 2022 and 2023.Business - CNBC - October 26 -
More homeowners just started pulling cash out of their properties. Here's why.
While mortgage rates don't exactly follow the Federal Reserve's rate, home equity lines of credit, or HELOCs, are tied to it.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
More homeowners just started pulling cash out of their properties. Here's why.
U.S. homeowners are sitting on a record amount of equity, but higher interest rates over the past two years have made them reluctant to tap into it.Top stories - NBC News - 21 hours ago -
Fantasy Football Trade Analyzer: Why now's the time to acquire these injured RBs
Fantasy football analyst Sal Vetri highlights players he's trading for or trading away ahead of Week 7.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
For Investors, What if This Time Is Different?
Disregarding politics has worked brilliantly in the United States for a century. But market history offers comfort only up to a point, our columnist says.Business - The New York Times - October 27 -
Bond investors position for new debt from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley
Bond investors — who have sent spreads on the debt of the big U.S. money-center banks to their tightest levels of the year — are now positioning for new issuance, with Goldman Sachs and Morgan ...Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
UK ministers seek to reassure bond investors on their borrowing plans
Treasury chief secretary Darren Jones sets out ‘guardrails’ for investmentBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Why investors are drawn to precious metals
There are multiple timely - and timeless - reasons why investors are drawn to precious metals. Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
LVMH executive says it would be a mistake to offer more affordable products. Here’s why he’s right.
The comments come as the French luxury brand saw a 3% sales decline this quarter.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
The latest inflation woe: Your fast-food breakfast now costs 53% more
Prices for the morning meal have surged over the past five years, according to a new studyBusiness - MarketWatch - 2 hours ago -
This is why David Einhorn thinks Peloton could be worth five times what it is now
David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital had a $6.8 million stake in Peloton as of June 30, and he thinks the company could be worth five times its current value.Business - CNBC - October 25 -
B1G Time: Ryan Day struggles in big games at Ohio State, but here's why that's not as concerning as you think
Day dropped to 2-6 in games against top-five teams with the loss to Oregon on SaturdaySports - CBS Sports - October 16 -
Here's why most of America turns clocks back in November for Daylight Saving Time
The 2005 Energy Policy Act extended Daylight Saving Time by four weeks. Scott MacFarlane explains the law's origins.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
‘King of debt’ Donald Trump needs to reassure the bond markets — now
Millions of investors are watching the value of their bond funds sag almost daily as concerns about the impact of Trump’s policies on the national debt grow.Business - MarketWatch - October 26 -
Here's a rapid-fire update on all 33 portfolio stocks, including our 2 newest positions
Jim Cramer broke down each holding Wednesday during the October Monthly Meeting.Business - CNBC - October 16 -
Why the bond market may have it entirely backwards on Trump and Harris
A reduction in labor supply would weigh on the U.S. economy, and impact the bond market.Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago -
Bond investors load up on ‘Magnificent Seven’ debt in bullish move ahead of earnings
Investors have been snapping up bonds issued by Meta, Alphabet, Amazon, Apple and Microsoft.Business - MarketWatch - October 29 -
Jim Cramer wants to buy more shares of 2 portfolio companies with favorable catalysts
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.Business - CNBC - October 28 -
Idle time: Allison adds '71 win, alone in 4th all time
NASCAR formally recognized 86-year-old Bobby Allison as the winner of the Myers Brothers Memorial in 1971, moving him into solo fourth on the career list with 85 victories.Sports - ESPN - October 23 -
An Artist Signed Over His Career to Investors. Now He Wants It Back.
Bjarne Melgaard’s rise in the art world came with strings attached and an unusual contract with investors. Now he’s suing to regain control of his artwork.Top stories - The New York Times - October 14 -
Here's when exchange-traded funds really flex their ‘tax magic’ for investors
Exchange-traded funds can reduce investors' tax bills. But those tax savings benefit certain types of investors more than others.Business - CNBC - October 22 -
Southwest and activist investor Elliott strike deal to keep CEO Bob Jordan, add six new directors
Southwest Airlines stuck a deal with activist Elliott which staves off a potential proxy fight in exchange for sizable board representation.Business - CNBC - October 24