Investors have plenty to feel positive about. Inflation is easing, with the latest data showing an annualized rate of 2.4%, just shy of the Fed’s target by less than half a percentage point. Meanwhile, the stock market continues its bullish run, with the S&P 500 hitting a record high of 5,822 on Friday, marking a 22% year-to-date gain.The naysayers have, so far, been proven wrong – the economy, at least as far as the stock market is concerned, remains robust. Oppenheimer’s chief investment strategist, John Stoltzfus, echoes this positive sentiment, stating, “The S&P 500’s closing price suggests to us a…
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(Reuters) – Changes announced by Russia to its nuclear weapons policy were long overdue and will probably “cool the ardour” of its Western enemies, Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko said in an interview released on Sunday. Lukashenko, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, said “hotheads” in the West had already heard the nuclear signals being sent by Moscow even before the Kremlin leader announced the changes last month. Putin said on Sept. 25 that Russia was extending the list of scenarios that could prompt it to consider launching a nuclear weapon, including if it had reliable information about a massive…
The space exploration is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with the emergence of private space companies paving the way for civilians to start on cosmic adventures. Polaris Dawn, a groundbreaking mission led by Jared Isaacman, CEO of Shift4 Payments, marked a significant milestone in this new era. The crew, comprising a retired USAF pilot, Scott Poteet, and two SpaceX engineers, Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon, all non-astronauts, ventured on a record-setting journey to Earth orbit. Unlike previous private spaceflights, Polaris Dawn had a clear set of research objectives. Polaris Dawn: Civilian Spaceflight Reaches New Heights in Exploration (SpaceX) The mission successfully…
The Dodge Charger, a nameplate synonymous with American muscle cars, has had a storied history. Introduced in 1966, it followed the footsteps of other automakers who had capitalized on the burgeoning pony car segment. Its initial success was undeniable, but the Charger’s journey was far from smooth. After a brief hiatus in the late 1970s, it was revived in 2005 as a modern muscle sedan, featuring a powerful V8 engine and aggressive styling. However, even this iteration faced its challenges, including declining sales and changing consumer preferences. Dodge Charger: A Blend of Muscle Car Heritage and Modern Innovation (abimelecdesign /…
Image source: Getty Images In a bid to inject a bit of excitement into my portfolio, I decided to look for a red-hot FTSE 250 share or two. I’ve assembled a balanced portfolio of FTSE 100 blue-chips over the last year, and wanted something with mightier growth potential. I instantly spotted a familiar name: online grocer and logistics group Ocado Group (LSE: OCDO). It only crashed out of the FTSE 100 on 21 June, after a six-year stint. To be honest, I’m surprised it lasted that long. After peaking at 2,808p in February 2021, the Ocado share price had lost…
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular as consumers seek more sustainable transportation options. However, one of the biggest challenges facing the widespread adoption of EVs is their range. Carmakers are working tirelessly to improve the range of their vehicles, but this often comes at the expense of weight. Batteries are heavy, and larger batteries are needed to achieve longer ranges. This can make EVs significantly heavier than their gas-powered counterparts, which can deter some potential buyers. Several factors contribute to the weight of an EV. The battery pack is the most significant contributor, but other components, such as the electric…
Target, PepsiCo, and Kenvue have high yields and inexpensive valuations. The stock market can be an excellent way to compound wealth over time. But the way an investor goes about growing their hard-earned savings can vary based on investment objectives, risk tolerance, interests, and myriad other factors. Generating passive income from dividend stocks is a way to supplement income in retirement or simply help with financial planning. Dividends can also be useful because they provide income without having to sell stock. Although no dividend payment is truly risk-free, there are companies with track records for prioritizing dividend payments and building…
JAKARTA (Reuters) – Indonesia’s incoming president, Prabowo Subianto, will review the possibility of cutting the corporate income tax to 20% from 22%, CNBC Indonesia reported on Sunday, citing an adviser. Prabowo, who takes office on Oct. 20, has pledged to improve tax compliance, seeking to boost tax revenue to 18% of gross domestic product. His team has said Prabowo plans to spin off the finance ministry’s tax and custom offices to create a state revenue agency. “We do hope that at some point we can reduce corporate income tax,” CNBC Indonesia quoted Prabowo adviser Dradjad Wibowo as saying. Dradjad could…
Starting early and investing often can be a surefire way to building up a massive portfolio. Who couldn’t use $65,000 per year in dividends? Bolstering your income can mean retiring early, planning more vacations, and having a more financially sound future. If you invest early and keep up a habit of putting aside $50 per week, it’s entirely possible that you end up with that much in dividends. By accumulating a large-enough balance, you also won’t need to invest into risky dividend stocks with high payouts which may not be sustainable. And you wouldn’t want to put all that money…
Image source: The Motley Fool Billionaire investor Warren Buffett doesn’t have much exposure to the UK stock market. And he doesn’t really need to given the incredible investment opportunities in the US market today. However, there are a lot of Buffett-type stocks in the UK’s FTSE 100 index. Here’s a look at two I own in my portfolio that I feel are worth a look right now. A great wealth generator First up is Rightmove (LSE: RMV). It operates the UK’s largest property portal. Rightmove would tick quite a few boxes for Buffett, I feel. He likes to invest in…