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Elections and the Stock Market: Why Economic Fundamentals Matter More
With the 2024 U.S. presidential election just a day away, political debates and policy promises are intensifying and drawing the public’s focus. Key topics like jobs, taxes, and healthcare dominate the campaigns, leaving many people wondering how the election results...
Increasing Risks and Sustainability in Global Debt Dynamics
Debt levels in both advanced and developing economies have reached concerning levels in the post-pandemic period. According to the latest report by the International Institute of Finance (IIF), global debt rose by $2.1 trillion in the first half of 2024, reaching $312...
A Beginner’s Guide to Stock Markets
We bet you have been lately hearing the word ‘stock markets’ daily, owing to the recent economic, financial, and global developments. In this post, we provide a guide for beginners to understand what stock markets are, and how they work. What Are Stock...
Why Investors Worldwide Rely on MSCI, S&P and Dow Jones Indices as Key Portfolio Benchmarks
In the complex world of investment management, the right benchmark can make all the difference. Whether you're managing a portfolio or overseeing assets on behalf of clients, selecting an appropriate benchmark is critical for evaluating performance, managing risk, and...
Gold and Oil: Are They Resilient Havens Amid Global Economic Fluctuations?
In the world of investment, understanding the interconnectedness of commodity prices is essential. Gold and oil, two of the most widely traded commodities, often serve as indicators for the overall health of the global economy. The fluctuations in their prices can...
The Good, The Bad and The Profitable
Capital markets always operate in a competitive environment due to their fast and constantly changing nature. Similar to how runners participate in separate categories for long and short marathons, the situation is not very different for company stocks. Some stocks...
Unlocking the Economic Revival: What’s Fueling America’s Success Story
When the pandemic emerged in 2020, the U.S. economy was approaching nearly $22 trillion. The virus caused the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to drop by around $320 billion by the end of 2020. However, as we near the end of 2023, the United States, home to the...
How Stock Screener Simplifies Your Choices
One big challenge in financial analysis is gathering the right data from many sources and using it to figure out how much a company's stock is worth. There are different ways to do this, but the main goal is to see if a company's finances are getting better or worse....
Exploring the Stock Market: Financing, Economic Impact and Risks
When we think of the stock market, we often conjure images of bustling stock exchange floors, suit-clad individuals making phone calls, and flashing financial indicator panels. However, the stock market encompasses more than just these elements. This article delves...
Boosting Efficiency: How Financial Research Software Simplifies Daily Tasks for Financial Professionals
In the dynamic world of finance, asset managers, portfolio managers, and financial advisors play crucial roles in guiding clients toward their investment objectives. They are experts who assist individuals and organizations in enhancing their wealth over time by...
What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank: Is This a Banking Crisis?
The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), one of the largest banks in the USA, has raised concerns about the health of the banking industry. While many believed that the banks had recovered from the 2008 financial crisis, the events of March 9th have...
How do rising interest rates in the U.S. affect the stock markets?
How do rising interest rates in the U.S. affect the stock markets? The U.S. Central Bank (the Fed) concluded its first meeting of 2023, last Wednesday afternoon by announcing a quarter-point rate hike. Aligning with market expectations, the rate-setting Federal Open...
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