Since 2008, the S&P 500 has declined during the two months leading up to every U.S. presidential election, with an average drop of 5.8%, according to Dow Jones Market Data. Looking further back to 1952, the index has averaged a slight decline of 0.2% in this period, though the median...
When markets dip, it often see it as a buying opportunity. However, Tuesday’s selloff felt different. Following an ISM report indicating a slowdown in manufacturing, the S&P 500 plunged 2.1% and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 3.3%, marking the largest decline since August 5. Retail investors did step in to buy...
In June 2024, Nvidia briefly overtook Microsoft to become the largest company by market capitalization on the S&P 500. While this achievement marks a significant milestone, history shows that holding the top spot often precedes a decline. According to JPMorgan Asset Management, many past leaders, including General Motors, IBM, Altria,...
With Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicating that “the time has come” for rate cuts, it’s crucial to reassess your financial strategies. The expected rate reductions could create opportunities for borrowers, savers, and spenders, but they also come with potential challenges. Powell’s recent comments have fueled speculation that the Fed...
U.S. stocks and bond investors are gearing up for a pivotal employment report this week as they return from the Labor Day weekend, marking the start of September trading. Scheduled for release on Friday, the U.S. jobs report is expected to have a significant impact on the markets, according to...
Over $3 billion is spent daily, even on weekends, to cover the interest payments on the country’s national debt. Decreases in the Federal Reserve’s interest rates will not only help families and companies struggling to handle higher borrowing costs. The Treasury would also benefit from reduced borrowing costs as the...
