XRP price predictions for 2026 improve, with analysts pointing to market changes, utility, and Ripple’s strategic use.

​​​​​​​Stocks have had three amazing years of returns in a row, while multiples have risen to dramatic extremes.

Mark Zuckerberg, spent around $77 billion to build up his Metaverse, which apparently never really caught on with users.

The euro ended the week negative against the US dollar as the 1.18 level continues to be a major barrier.

Natural gas futures on the Nymex had a negative week before closing 6.7% lower than the previous one at $3.61. EIA reported a bearish draw of only 38 Bcf for the week ended December 26.

Luxury goods companies are facing renewed pressure on profitability after a sharp rise in discounting during 2025, as consumers increasingly question the value of high-end products following years of aggressive price increases.

A 2026 outlook warning of an AI bubble burst, rising geopolitical conflict, the rise of stablecoins and asset tokenization, and renewed financial instability—arguing that precious metals and off-grid preparedness will be critical in the years ahead

5546 is our forecast Gold high for 2026. When we set upon such an annual analysis for this year, we admittedly felt a bit snarky in perhaps selecting the year’s high as “the opening tick”, which on Friday was 4340.

Ending the year with a stunning 66% gain, gold prices experienced their best annual performance since 1979, holding solid support above $4,300 an ounce. 

The economic and market fundamentals appear to be flashing green lights everywhere. It may not be time to slam on the brakes—but it could be time to keep a foot hovering nearby.

On this week's podcast, I provide an Elliott Wave Weekly Update for the S&P 500, discussing the current market position and potential future corrections while highlighting various geopolitical uncertainties that could influence market decisions.

The Powell conjecture applies the 60K overcount estimate cited by Jay Powell to April-November NFP changes.

The top 10 US companies are now worth more than thousands of listed companies across China, Europe, and Japan put together.

The economic “incidence” of the tariffs refers to  the degree to which the tariffs’ costs are borne by the U.S or by the foreign exporter on whom the tariffs are imposed.

We can't be certain ever; that's for sure of course, but we're optimistic for now.

Last week, contrary to seasonal expectations, all of the indices were down.

This is what an early stage breakout in yields on the long end looks like.

Bitcoin price hovers near $90K, but experts forecast a steep drop amid bearish signals and fading crypto market strength.

We discuss where markets were in 2025, what could derail portfolios in 2026, how to think about high-yield stocks safely, and how to tighten your process so you can invest with conviction.

The global financial order is facing a "Black Swan" moment.