Tue, December 24, 2024

[ Tue, Dec 24th 2024 ]: bnnbloomberg

Indian Investors Get Reminded About Hidden Risks of Small Cap Stocks

Before the trading day starts we bring you a digest of the key news and events that are likely to move markets. Today we look at:

[ Tue, Dec 24th 2024 ]: AOL

Survey: Experts share the top overlooked investment themes that deserve more attention in 2025

Bankrate's Fourth-Quarter Market Mavens survey asked market pros what overlooked themes investors should consider, how monetary policy will impact stock market performance, and what risks and opportunities investors should watch out for as the GOP takes control of Congress and President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.

[ Tue, Dec 24th 2024 ]: Investing

Asia stocks rise in holiday-thinned trade on tech boost

Broader Asian stocks were mostly higher in shortened holiday trading. Australia's ASX 200 added 0.1% as the minutes of the Reserve Bank's December meeting showed policymakers signaling an eventual decline in interest rates.

[ Tue, Dec 24th 2024 ]: MSN

The Best of "Rule Breaker Investing" 2024

From timely and timeless optimism, to risk-rating frameworks, to cutting-edge, AI-driven Q&A, plus a first-ever Market Cap Game Show World Championship, this Rule Breaker Investing extravaganza highlights 10 remarkable episodes from the podcast's 2024.
Fri, December 20, 2024

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: The Globe and Mail

Super Micro Computer Rose More Than 300% to Start 2024. Can It Repeat That in 2025?

This business got a huge boost as artificial intelligence (AI) spending ramped up, and Supermicro was seen to benefit from a similar demand boost that powered Nvidia 's (NASDAQ: NVDA) stock higher. Furthermore,

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: Outlookindia

IPO Vs NFO: Which Offers Bigger Bang For Your Buck?

Explore the key differences between IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) and NFOs (New Fund Offers) to determine which investment option aligns with your financial goals. Learn about their risks, returns,

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool UK

Legal & General has huge passive income potential with a forecast yield of almost 10% in 2025!

Harvey Jones got a fabulous rate of passive income from this top FTSE 100 dividend stock in 2024, and believes things will be even better next year.

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool

Why I'm Buying These 3 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks Hand Over Fist for 2025

It's natural that income investors would be attracted to stocks with exceptionally high dividend yields. The higher the yield, the more income they'll receive, assuming the busine

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: MSN

These two investing platforms see surge in transfers after Vanguard reveals fee hike

InvestEngine said its average daily Isa transfers have increased 4,000% since Vanguard's announcement, with typical daily signups increasing 366%.

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: Livewire Markets

The ASX 200 is getting smashed, here's how to protect yourself (and maybe even profit from it)

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool

Tesla Stock vs. Microsoft Stock: Billionaire Philippe Laffont Is Buying One and Selling the Other

Hedge fund billionaire Philippe Laffont reduced his position in Tesla through the first three quarters of 2024, while increasing his stake in Microsoft. Tesla has several catalysts on the horizon, including the launch of a more affordable vehicle and a ride-hailing service next year,

[ Fri, Dec 20th 2024 ]: Forbes

Apple Stock In 2025: A Prediction On Where It's Price May Head

Explore potential price trends, market factors and growth predictions to understand where Apple's stock may be headed in the near future.
Thu, December 19, 2024

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: IBTimes UK

Anti-Woke ETF Slated for 2025 Launch Excludes DEI-Focused Firms Citing Underperformance

The Azoria 500 Meritocracy ETF will shun S&P 500 companies that hire employees based on race and gender rather than skill and merit for better shareholder returns.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Moneyweb

Is derivatives trading for you? An intro for beginners

Maboko Seabi of Brokstock covers everything from the basics to the benefits, risks, and strategies to get you started.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool Canada

Outlook for Barrick Gold Stock in 2025

The year 2024 was a rollercoaster ride for the stock market, with several events unfolding from the U.S. elections to Fed and Bank of Canada rate cuts. The easing of monetary policy revived demand and reduced the probability of recession. Gold tends to perform well when the paper currency weakens or there is economic uncertainty.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Motley Fool Australia

ASX investors: Incredible growth and yield are both possible with these stock picks

Finding ASX stock picks that can deliver both capital growth and dividend income is hard. Here are two ideas for 2025.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Forbes

13 Must-Read Investing Books

Discover the top investment books that offer valuable insights into trading strategies, important investing concepts, and techniques to boost your financial knowledge.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Investopedia

These Sectors Benefit From Rising Interest Rates

An environment where interest rates are rising can offer opportunities within the equity space. These are the sectors that tend to benefit from rising rates.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: AOL

5 mental traps beginning investors should avoid at all costs

Here are five mental traps beginning investors should avoid at all costs and why. One of the most common misconceptions about investing is that it takes a lot of money to get started. This isn't true. There are lots of brokerages with no account minimums or fees, and some let you trade fractional shares of stocks starting with just $1.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Yahoo

Starmer says inheritance tax changes 'not aimed at specific individuals'

This stock-split stock can surge in line with broader market optimism.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Yahoo Finance

3 Magnificent Mutual Funds to Maximize Your Retirement Portfolio

These three top-ranked, best-performing and well-managed funds can help you maximize your retirement portfolio returns.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool UK

2 FTSE 100 stocks that could outperform the index in 2025

Jon Smith flags up a couple of FTSE 100 stocks that have strong momentum right now and have beaten the index performance this year.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Bloomberg L.P.

What's Next for Five of 2024's Most Dramatic Tech Stock Stories

Tech investors will remember 2024 as a year in which the artificial intelligence trade gained even more steam and giants like Nvidia Corp. and Meta Platforms Inc. carried the S&P 500 for the second time in a row.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: moneycontrol.com

Super Fund Manager 2024: How this fund manager is winning the infra game with 47% return in a year

This is the third year of strong performance for the Invesco Mutual Fund, and it has consistently tried to stay ahead of market trends by leveraging domain knowledge and recognizing business cycles early,

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Morningstar

The 60/40 Portfolio in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, investors should pay attention to inflation. With high inflation, rates are going to rise. Tariffs in 2025 could have a real impact on inflation. As long as investors keep the time horizon in mind, the 60/40 portfolio is going to serve investors well over the long term.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Analytics Insight

Invest Wisely: Your Step-by-Step Guide on How to Invest in Stocks

A step-by-step guide Investing in stocks can seem daunting at first, but a solid understanding of the fundamentals can become a lucrati

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Business Insider

Stocks tanked after the Fed signaled fewer rate cuts next year. Here's what analysts are saying.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday but only projected two further cuts next year. Here's what analysts are saying about the news.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: bnnbloomberg

S&P 500 Buyers Step in Ahead of Fed Meet Despite Narrow Breadth

While concern has grown in the past week that narrowing market breadth has tapped the brakes on the S&P 500 Index's blistering rally, it turns out that stock bulls are still stepping in to snap up shares ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Daily Express

Russia faces construction nightmare as stocks in country's biggest company plummet

Vladimir Putin is facing a construction nightmare as stocks in Russia's biggest construction group plummet. Bonds of the country's largest developer - the Samolet Group - have undergone a downward spiral through the summer and autumn.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool

Could This 1 Thing That's Happened Only 3 Times in the Past 67 Years Halt the S&P 500's Gains in 2025? Here's What History Says.

This year has been a fantastic one for stocks, from the moment the S&P 500 confirmed a bull market back in January to today, with the three major benchmarks heading for double-digit annual gains. The S&P 500 has climbed 27% this year, while the Nasdaq and the Dow Jones Industrial Average have advanced 34% and 15%, respectively.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Motley Fool

3 Top Stocks That Could Double in 2025

Stocks are set to close out 2024 with one of their best performances this century.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Daily Telegraph

'American tech stocks aren't working for me - how can I make big returns in five years?'

Would you like Kyle to rate your portfolio? Email money@telegraph.co.uk with the subject line: "Rate my portfolio". Please include a breakdown of your portfolio, your age and what your investing goals are. Full names will not be published. I'm looking for some help as to what...

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Investing

S&P 500: Why Investing in the Benchmark Index Should Be Your Next Move

S&P 500, Microsoft Corporation, Apple Inc, Amazon.com Inc. Read Amarildi Riska's latest article on Investing.com

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Globe and Mail

2 Stocks Set to Dominate in 2025

Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. See the 10 stocks » Its cutting-edge 3-nanometer (nm) chips are still increasing in demand, but it's already working on getting the ...

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: MarketWatch

Stock Market Today: Dow ends down over 1,100 points after Fed lowers interest rates, signals fewer cuts in 2025

The Cboe Volatility Index, which trades under the ticker symbol VIX, was down 4% at slightly more than 15, according to FactSet data, at last check. The VIX was trading slightly below its 200-day moving average, based on FactSet data around midday Wednesday.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Reuters

US stocks face headwind from rising yields after Fed signals fewer rate cuts

The rally in U.S. stocks is encountering a fresh hurdle -- a potentially problematic rise in Treasury yields as the Federal Reserve signals fewer interest rate cuts for 2025.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Indiatimes

Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Share Price Live: IKS shares list at 43% premium over IPO price

Shares of Inventurus Knowledge Solutions, a healthcare support services provider, are set to debut on the BSE and the NSE today. The IPO, priced in the range of ₹1,265 to ₹1,329 per share, was oversubscribed 52.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: MSN

Gianni Kovacevic: 3 Copper Stocks for Speculators, Watch These Metals Under Trump

Investor and author Gianni Kovacevic shared his thoughts on copper market dynamics, saying that while the long-term trend is up, speculators can create significant shorter-term prices moves. He also mentioned three copper companies he's interested in right now: CopperNico Metals (TSX:COPR,

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Yahoo

SoftwareOne announces deal to buy Norwegian rival Crayon

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: Seeking Alpha

How To Defend Against More 3% S&P 500 Down Days Like Wednesday

Learn how to assess market risk, protect against losses, and prepare for uncertain times with defensive strategies and insights from past crises.

[ Thu, Dec 19th 2024 ]: The Financial Express

Chennai Petro, ONGC, HPCL, Vedanta in list of top dividend yield stocks: Check list of key dividend paying stocks now

Explore top dividend yield stocks like Chennai Petro, ONGC, HPCL, and Vedanta. Discover their current market prices and yields now!
Wed, December 18, 2024

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: CNN-News18

Stocks To Watch: SBI, Infosys, IndusInd Bank, NITCO, VIP Industries And Others

IndusInd Bank: Reliance Nippon Life Insurance, a Reliance Capital (RCAP) subsidiary, is in talks with IndusInd Bank for a bancassurance partnership. Mauritius-based IndusInd International Holdings (IIHL), the parent of IndusInd Bank, recently won the bid to acquire RCAP and its subsidiaries as the acquisition process nears completion.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: moneycontrol.com

Firms close to IPOs are seeing good interest from rich Indians: Sandipan Roy

In an interview with Moneycontrol, Roy talks about how investing style of UNHIs have changed over the years, what innovative investment solutions they are looking at and risky trends in this space.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: Seeking Alpha

Marsh & McLennan: I Hold, And It's The Right Choice For Now

Marsh & McLennan is an A-rated business that hits its forecasted/stated targets 100% of the time. Read why I give MMC stock a Hold rating as of December 2024.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: Money Morning

Quantum Computing Primer: How It Works and the Top Stocks to Watch

Instead of using regular "bits" of data, quantum computers use qubits. Qubits can be 0, 1, or both at the same time, thanks to a property called superposition. This means a quantum computer can explore several solutions to a problem all at once.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: CNN

Fed set to cut rates for third and final time this year

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates again Wednesday, but President-elect Donald Trump's economic policies could thwart the central bank's progress on inflation.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: The New York Times

Stocks Plunge as Fed Forecasts Fewer Rate Cuts Next Year

The Federal Reserve cut rates for a third time this year, but investors shuddered at revised forecasts suggesting only two cuts in 2025.

[ Wed, Dec 18th 2024 ]: MSN

This Is How Much You'd Need To Invest In Apple Stock To Earn $100 per Month

Apple has been a tremendous long-term investment. The tech giant is up by roughly 30% year-to-date and has more than tripled over the past five years. While capital gains are a major selling point

Beware The Return Of The S&P 500 Bubble

With the S&P 500 back in bubble territory, investors should expect the S&P 500 to produce historically average returns from these levels, which means annualised total returns of between -3% and 8% over the next ten years. The S&P 500 has been the index of choice in the wake of the 2008-9 global financial crisis.

The article from Seeking Alpha titled "Beware The Return Of The S&P 500 Bubble" discusses the potential overvaluation of the S&P 500, suggesting that current market conditions might be reminiscent of the dot-com bubble. It highlights concerns about high valuations, particularly in tech stocks, with metrics like the Shiller P/E ratio indicating that stocks are significantly overvalued compared to historical norms. The author, The Heisenberg, points out that despite these high valuations, the market continues to climb, driven by factors like low interest rates, quantitative easing, and a lack of viable investment alternatives. The piece warns investors to be cautious, as the combination of high valuations, speculative fervor, and potential policy shifts could lead to a significant market correction or crash. It also touches on the psychological aspect of market bubbles, where investors often ignore warning signs due to the fear of missing out on further gains.

Read the Full Seeking Alpha Article at:
https://seekingalpha.com/article/4745352-beware-return-sp500-bubble


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