Stock Market Today: Stocks Edge Higher Ahead of Fed Meeting, Big Tech Earnings

Stocks closed higher Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average extending its longest daily win streak in years.  Sentiment is upbeat ahead of a busy week on Wall Street, with the next Fed meeting set to kick off tomorrow and several mega-cap stocks on the earnings calendar.  The Federal Reserve starts its two-day policy meeting… Continue reading Stock Market Today: Stocks Edge Higher Ahead of Fed Meeting, Big Tech Earnings

What Are Put Options?

Welcome to the world of put options, where experienced investors unlock opportunities beyond simply buying and selling stocks and exchange-traded funds.  This comprehensive guide is tailored for investors, unveiling the concept, mechanics and benefits of put options.  Put options serve as a financial safety net, safeguarding investments from potential downturns. Let’s delve into the core… Continue reading What Are Put Options?

What Are Call Options?

Welcome to the world of call options, where experienced investors unlock opportunities beyond simply buying and selling stocks and exchange-traded funds.  In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the mechanics, advantages and strategies associated with call options. By understanding these key aspects, investors can learn how to leverage call options to amplify returns. What is… Continue reading What Are Call Options?

Four Ways to Navigate the Bumps of Today’s Volatile Market

Between mixed earnings reports, slowing economic growth and banking-sector turmoil, the markets are more uncertain than they have been in years — and so are Americans watching the value of their retirement plans and investment portfolios drop day after day. To staunch the bleeding, many investors are switching up their strategies. A recent survey by… Continue reading Four Ways to Navigate the Bumps of Today’s Volatile Market

Dow notches 11th straight win as traders look to big tech earnings, Fed meeting

Jennifer Sor Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, New York, U.S., March 10, 2020. Andrew Kelly/Reuters The Dow Jones Industrial Average notched its 11th straight winning session on Monday. Alphabet and Microsoft report late Tuesday, while Facebook parent Meta reports late Wednesday. Traders also expect… Continue reading Dow notches 11th straight win as traders look to big tech earnings, Fed meeting

German ATMs keep getting bombed as a crime wave exploits the country’s preference for cash

In the past few years, Germany has become a hotbed for ATM bombings, the Financial Times wrote. That’s because Germans still favor cash over electronic payments, making ATMs ripe targets. Last year, about 30 million euros were stolen via ATM bombings, up 53% from a year earlier. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up!… Continue reading German ATMs keep getting bombed as a crime wave exploits the country’s preference for cash

Orange juice has never been this expensive

Orange futures just reached a record high, Bloomberg data shows. Citrus greening, a crop disease, is spreading in Brazil and Florida, two top orange producers. Brazil, the world’s biggest juice exporter, will export 1.7% less orange juice to the US compared to last year. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite… Continue reading Orange juice has never been this expensive

Bitcoin could soar to $180,000 before the April 2024 halving as potential BlackRock ETF helps drive demand, Fundstrat says

The price of bitcoin could soar to $180,000 before the scheduled April 2024 halving, according to Fundstrat.Fundstrat said a bitcoin ETF from BlackRock could drive a boost in daily demand for the crypto token.If the SEC approves a bitcoin ETF from BlackRock, it could lead to the largest ETF launch ever. Loading Something is loading.… Continue reading Bitcoin could soar to $180,000 before the April 2024 halving as potential BlackRock ETF helps drive demand, Fundstrat says