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The “Magnificent Seven”mega-cap stocks accounted for 73% of gains in the S&P 500 in the first half.  There are five key questions for investors looking at the heavily concentrated rally in stocks this year.  Investors should avoid expensive and crowded tech names, and look for healthy balance sheets. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing… Continue reading Here are 5 questions investors should consider when jumping into the huge rally in the ‘Magnificent 7’ stocks this year

Russia’s economy has deteriorated since Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Its current-account balance has crashed, the ruble is weakening, and it’s status as an energy superpower has crumbled. At the same time, Russia’s domestic consumption and production are low.  Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite… Continue reading 5 stats show how Russia’s economy is withering

Russia’s economy is going from bad to worse as Western sanctions hammer the country’s key sectors.  From slumping car sales to a plunging Russia ruble, the problems Russia faces keep on growing.  Here are key signs showing how Moscow’s economy is spiraling.  Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in… Continue reading Russia’s economy has gone from bad to worse in a matter of months. Here’s where the country is feeling pain the most.

US Markets Loading… H M S Premium Many investors have scrambled to get exposure to AI this year. Guillaume/Getty Images This story is available exclusively to Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Artificial intelligence has near limitless potential, but it’s unclear how big its impact will be. Investing in companies using AI… Continue reading These 10 stocks will be under-the-radar winners of the inevitable AI takeover, according to Bank of America

Warren Buffett’s wife reportedly balked at the $4 cost of a coffee at Sun Valley. Astrid Menks’ reaction aligns with her husband’s approach to life, investing, and dealmaking. Buffett lives simply, seeks value as an investor, and strikes a hard bargain when he cuts deals. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your… Continue reading Warren Buffett’s wife balked at paying $4 for a cup of coffee. That won’t surprise the investor’s close followers.

The US consumer is doing just fine, and their resilient spending habits should help stave off a recession.That’s true even amid concerns of dwindling excess savings and the imminent resumption of student loan payments.These five charts help show just how resilient the US consumer is despite fears of a recession. Loading Something is loading. Thanks… Continue reading The US consumer isn’t in trouble. Here are 5 stats that show Americans will be fine even amid dwindling savings and student loan payments.

The US economy may avoid a recession after all. That’s not great for sidelined homebuyers. A recession would likely cause interest rates to fall, bringing down mortgage rates and adding housing inventory.  High borrowing costs and elevated prices are the new normal for now, one real estate economist said. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for… Continue reading The US will probably avoid a recession. That might be bad news for homebuyers.

Warren Buffett’s wife reportedly balked at the $4 cost of a coffee at Sun Valley. Astrid Menks’ reaction aligns with her husband’s approach to life, investing, and dealmaking. Buffett lives simply, seeks value as an investor, and strikes a hard bargain when he cuts deals. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your… Continue reading Warren Buffett’s wife balked at paying $4 for a cup of coffee. No surprise.