Update: Our Large-Cap Gold Equities Portfolio Flat This Week

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 16:45
For those considering gold equities, we present our portfolio of the 6 largest ($+10B) stocks by market capitalization that trade on Canadian and/or American stock exchanges.

These 3 Stocks Are Decade-Long Outperformers: Cintas, Domino's Pizza, Caterpillar

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 16:00
Investors are always looking to beat the market, searching for stocks that deliver consistent long-term gains. And to the surprise of some, many non-tech stocks have delivered outsized gains over the last decade. Here is a look at some such stocks.

Three Things – Weekend Reading: Saturday, Sept. 21

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 15:40
Here is a brief look at some of the things I am thinking about this weekend. Some of these topics include the Federal Reserve, the bond market, etc.

Why Investment Grade Short-Term Rentals Are The Nicest House On The Block

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 15:20
There are 1.5 million short-term vacation rentals in the United States. While this level of market saturation may seem high, consider that the majority of these assets are run for personal use and not as investments. This may present an opportunity.

Centrus Energy Corp.: A Nuclear Power Play In A Market Set To Prosper From Fed Cuts

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 15:00
The Federal Reserve voted to lower interest rates by half a percentage point, the first cut since 2020. The overwhelming Fed board vote suggests more rate reductions are likely this year. In such an environment, Centrus Energy Corp. may be appealing.

Howdy, Nabor

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 14:45
Nabors Industries Ltd. appeared more than ready to fall from its most recent topping pattern on Friday, just as it did the last time.

GBP/USD Price Forecast: Gained Modestly After Hitting Record High Above 1.3300

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 14:40
The pound registered minimal gains versus the US dollar during Friday's trading session after it reached a two-and-a-half-year high of 1.3340 on an upbeat retail sales report in the United Kingdom.

Stocks Make Record Highs: 3 Top Buys For The Next Bull Run

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 14:20
As the stock market reaches record highs, investors are searching for the next winners to ride the wave of momentum into the next bull run. With a combination of strong fundamentals and solid growth potential, a few stocks stand out from the crowd.

A Difficult Market Until October

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 14:00
The SPX index hit a new all-time high on Thursday, but it then closed well off its high. The breakout wasn't the best, and combined with the nervousness about the election, I think the market will continue to be difficult until the end of October.

Week In Review: Nippon Shinyaku Signs $735 Million Deal For DMD Therapy

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 13:40
Japan’s Nippon Shinyaku will acquire European rights for a Duchenne muscular dystrophy disease therapy developed by Capricor Therapeutics of San Diego. Nippon Shinyaku will pay $20 million upfront and up to $715 million in milestones, plus royalties.

The Home Depot, Inc. Valuation: Is The Stock Undervalued?

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 13:30
As part of an ongoing series, each week we typically conduct an analysis on one of the companies in our screens. This week, we will take a look at one of the stocks on our screens that has been making notable movements: The Home Depot, Inc.

Week Ahead: Did The Fed's Rate Cut Signal A Near-Term Low In US Rates?

TalkMarkets - Sat, 09/21/2024 - 13:20
The Federal Reserve kicked off its easing cycle with a 50 bp rate cut on Sept. 18. It is the seventh G10 central bank to cut rates this year. Japan seems to be going in the other direction, albeit slowly.

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