Why a US Recession Won’t be in the Cards for 2024 The equity markets took a dive Wednesday on expectations of bad news. Yes, not on bad news, but the expectation of bad news. At least someone’s expectation. So much for the technical analysis everyone’s publishing right now. There seems to be a little conspiracy…
Recovery in 2024, 2025 Looks Promising — Mike Wilson Morgan Stanley’s Chief Investment Officer is bullish on 2024 and 2025, but is bearish on 2023 earnings. He’s warning investors that this mini bull market may not be trusted, and that a last half 2023 correction, at least in sentiment is due. He lays out his…
Exxon: The World Leader in Oil Production Exxon, (formerly ExxonMobil), is a renowned multinational energy corporation which has established itself as the icon of the oil industry. As one of the most widely purchased and powerful energy stocks, perhaps trading up 20% forecasted value, it’s a staple in most large fund manager’s portfolio’s. If you…
US Economy Outlook 2024 Are we to believe the weak GDP and economic forecasts for 2023? And how about 2024? The reason forecasts and predictions miss so often, is that forecasters don’t consider politics and news media manipulation. The macroeconomic outlook is colored by politics — China, Saudis and Biden. Know one talked about the…
NASDAQ Forecast The good performance of the NASDAQ listed stocks show investors believe in the tech sector, and that it has the only path to profitability against Dow, Russell and S&P stocks. The NASDAQ’s 17.8% price growth year to date is surprising, but can it be sustained? Tech can find a way to profitability…
Top 30 Post Pandemic Stocks to Buy This pandemic will fade off into history. It’s ruined the economy, but the US economic outlook and stock market forecast will brighten each and every month this year. The next 3 months might be grim, but as the stimulus kicks in, vaccinations grow, and people return to their…
Bitcoin Price Outlook Bitcoin crashed suddenly and shockingly this weekend to $35,388, far below the big highs of last month. In some markets, it even it hit $28,000 so it appears cryptocurrency is in some hot water right now. However, for smart investors, this dumping is a buying the dip opportunity. The BTC crash including…
Investing Strategy: Buying the Dip Buying the dip is a tactic that’s deeply ingrained in the investor community mindset. From institutional fund managers to self-directed investors, the dip in prices is a great opportunity to buy stocks at bargain prices. Investors often overreact to negative news and trends, thus dumping their stock unwisely. Stock volatility…
Why do Prices Rise? Stock market volatility is by no means over, as we enter the end of the imposed economic shutdown. The events of Black Friday help us see clearly what the threats and sell off signals are. It really brings home the potential for a significant sell off and this might prime us for…
China Economic Predictions It’s a challenge to describe the Chinese economy given it is a capitalist market built on top of a communist system. The country is now at a cross roads and must decide whether it can handle a free, open relationship with the rest of the world. Today’s topic is China’s effect on…
The Best Reopening Stocks to Buy Although the Delta variant is causing big problems in Florida, Texas, Mississippi, California, New York and other states, the rest of the US is recovering from the Covid pandemic. The economy is about to grow as we finally get to shop, travel and be entertained. The question isn’t whether…
Buy and Sell Bitcoin Volatility I watched a video news report about a guy who was broke and then made $5 million on Bitcoin and Crypto. He started with $90 and then went on to buy and sell on Bitcoin volatility (buy low, sell higher) until he amassed his fortune. He’s all smiles. Why is…
Where to Invest in – Real Estate, Stocks, Gold or Cash? Ready to find the best stocks to buy in 2021? The booming US economy has lots of demand and consumer buying power to tap into. But which companies will profit best? More first time investors are hitting the stock markets lately with their stimulus…
What the Experts Say about the Stock Market Forecast While a lot of bloggers, stock market experts and financial advisors say to ignore stock market forecasts and predictions, it makes sense to hear from a variety of stocks market experts below. Some are wildly enthusiastic about the S&P, Dow Jones, Russell, and NASDAQ, talking materials, biotech,…
Reddit Rebellion: Hedgemony Vs the Small Investor You might have heard something of the Reddit Rebellion this week. It’s worldwide news and the biggest news event in the investment world. And while some suggest this will blow over and Wall Street will just get back to its usual privilege, it’s not likely to. Others believe…
Corona Virus Vaccine Stocks The search for a Covid 19 Vaccine for the world’s 6 billion inhabitants continues and we’ve got some great news as vaccine testing trial results are very positive. Hundreds of billions are being invested in vaccine development globally. A large number of BioTech companies are vying to win the world’s biggest…
Google Anti-Trust Charges Soon? The US department of justice continues to research and push forward on anti-trust investigation. It’s been delayed by the Corona Virus pandemic, yet the DOJ would be prepared to lay charges against Google Alphabet this fall. Google’s stock price dropped about 3% on the news, but the DOJ’s determination could result…
Facebook Tells Employees Their Salary will be Reduced if they Move from Bay Area What a hugely profitable 12 months Facebook had. Growth in profits rose 100% and now they’re zeroed in on monopolizing another couple of areas of business for 2020 and beyond. Their stock price is at record highs and forecasted for more…
US Economic Forecast Part 2 (Continued from Part 1) China’s manufacturing sector has been declining, particularly of late. The communist led country is suffering the worst economic forecast of the last 50 years. China’s in more trouble than anyone will admit even if they print more money to alleviate the losses. China’s propaganda mills are…
Developing New Business in Boston I’ve worked with many clients in the Boston MA area and I would be thrilled to work with Massachusetts companies again. I’m very familiar with the Boston housing market and related industries including moving companies and building supplies. Boston businesses are spread out over the greater Boston area into a…