US stocks mixed as investors digest increased sanctions against Russia while initial Ukraine talks end with little progress

US stocks ended mixed on Monday as investors digested ramped-up sanctions against Russia and initial peace talks showed little progress.Western countries in Europe and the US announced sanctions against Russian banks designed to cripple the country’s economy.The Russian ruble plunged to record lows on Monday, and Russia’s central bank closed its stock market. Loading Something… Continue reading US stocks mixed as investors digest increased sanctions against Russia while initial Ukraine talks end with little progress

Stifel’s equity chief cuts his S&P 500 forecast, now sees a 7% decline in 2022 as stocks ‘remain hostage’ to risks surrounding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The S&P 500 has not yet reached its bottom and could fall another 7%, according to a Stifel note.The research firm said equities “remain hostage” to the geopolitical risks surrounding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.”Fluid geopolitics and stagflation risk indicate an S&P 500 floor closer to 4050,” Stifel said. Loading Something is loading. The stock market… Continue reading Stifel’s equity chief cuts his S&P 500 forecast, now sees a 7% decline in 2022 as stocks ‘remain hostage’ to risks surrounding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Investors who think the stock market is back to normal should stay ‘humble’ and position for continued Russia-Ukraine uncertainty, Mohamed El-Erian says

Investors shouldn’t believe the market is back to “normal” right now despite last week’s rally, Mohamed El-Erian wrote in an op-ed. Among other factors, normality won’t last long if things escalate in Ukraine and if sanctions destroy the Russian economy, he said.  As Russian forces fight in Ukraine, Russia is dealing with a closed stock… Continue reading Investors who think the stock market is back to normal should stay ‘humble’ and position for continued Russia-Ukraine uncertainty, Mohamed El-Erian says

From sanctions to bitcoin donations, here’s how crypto is playing a major role in the Ukraine war

Bitcoin, ether, and other digital assets have become an essential part of the Ukraine war. Ukraine has raised $22 million through thousands of crypto donations since the start of the war. Crypto exchanges, enthusiasts, and even Western countries are looking to crypto to support Ukraine. Loading Something is loading. The world is leveraging an unlikely… Continue reading From sanctions to bitcoin donations, here’s how crypto is playing a major role in the Ukraine war

How to Create a Standout Mission Statement

There are three key elements that allow a well-crafted mission statement to stand out from the competition. Key Elements of a Standout Mission StatementPurpose. Having a clear purpose allows stakeholders to see that the company is progressing toward its goals.Describe How You Do It. This is what makes your business stand out and could include… Continue reading How to Create a Standout Mission Statement

Impostor Scams Are Up: How to Protect Yourself or a Loved One

Here’s a staggering number: reported fraud losses in the U.S. in 2021 increased more than 70% over 2020 to more than $5.8 billion. It seems fraudsters are taking advantage of the vulnerabilities that have come along with a global pandemic. Newly released data from the Federal Trade Commission shows impostor scams and online shopping scams… Continue reading Impostor Scams Are Up: How to Protect Yourself or a Loved One

Salesforce.com (CRM): Slowdown Worries Ease Ahead of Earnings | Kiplinger

stocks Our preview of the upcoming week’s earnings reports include Salesforce.com (CRM), Dollar Tree (DLTR) and Broadcom (AVGO). While the bulk of S&P 500 companies have already unveiled earnings, there are still several noteworthy components of the broad-market index left to report. Among those on this week’s earnings calendar are cloud company Salesforce.com (CRM, $207.08),… Continue reading Salesforce.com (CRM): Slowdown Worries Ease Ahead of Earnings | Kiplinger