The Federal Reserve’s latest decision to hold interest rates steady at 4.25%-4.5% signals a cautious balancing act amid a complex economic backdrop. While the Fed’s “dot plot” hints at two rate cuts by the end of 2025, it simultaneously trims expectations for future reductions in 2026 and 2027, revealing a nuanced outlook that investors must…
The Los Angeles Lakers Just Sold a Majority Stake at a Jaw-Dropping $10 Billion Valuation—What This Means for Investors In a blockbuster move shaking up the sports and investment worlds, the legendary Los Angeles Lakers are changing hands—well, mostly. The iconic Buss family, who have owned the Lakers since 1979, have agreed to sell a…
AMD’s Breakout: A Technical Surge with Deep Historical Roots and What It Means for Investors AMD’s stock has been on a tear this week, kicking off with an impressive nearly 9% jump on Monday alone. While chasing a stock after such a rapid move can often be risky, the technical signals surrounding AMD right now…
Embracing Alternative Investments: A Strategic Shift for Investors As we navigate an increasingly volatile financial landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and unpredictable market conditions, alternative investments are emerging as a beacon for diversification. The recent survey conducted by the Financial Planning Association and the Journal of Financial Planning reveals a significant shift in how financial…
As the clock ticks toward 2033, the financial health of Social Security—a cornerstone of retirement security for millions of Americans—remains precarious. The latest Social Security Board of Trustees report confirms what many have feared: the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund may be depleted by 2033, leaving only about 77% of scheduled benefits payable thereafter….
Housing Market Signals Flash Caution: What Investors Must Know Now Recent housing data paints a nuanced picture for investors eyeing the residential construction sector—and the broader market. Single-family housing starts inched up a mere 0.4% to 924,000 units in May, offering only a faint glimmer of relief amid ongoing headwinds. Meanwhile, building permits—a critical forward-looking…
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) is quietly making waves as one of the most undervalued retail stocks on the market today. While many investors remain cautious due to ongoing US-China trade tensions, Alibaba’s latest earnings report for the March quarter and fiscal year 2025 reveals compelling growth metrics that deserve a closer look—especially for…