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Trading Desk: Jamie Dimon Has Hope For Our Future And Maybe A Few Fears
Jamie Dimon, the eclectic and influential CEO of JPMorgan Chase (JPM), has a lot on his mind about America’s future. In his extensive 2023 annual
Trading Desk: First-Quarter Earnings and the Moment of Truth
The stock market has experienced a robust rally to start 2024, with gains recorded across multiple sectors. Now, as first-quarter earnings season ramps up, it
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Trading Desk: What The Fed Said
The Federal Reserve delivered a message of cautious optimism, highlighting several positive trends in the US economy. Steady economic growth provides a solid foundation, while a strong labor market offers resilience. Furthermore, there are encouraging signs that the intense inflation experienced over the past year
Trading Desk: The Trouble With Tesla’s Taxes
Elon Musk, Tesla’s (TSLA) CEO, is renowned for his bold visions and polarizing persona. While Tesla was once an electric vehicle (EV) pioneer, its stock has tumbled to a 10-month low amidst waning investor confidence. But there’s another, less-discussed issue that could further undermine Tesla’s
Trading Desk: The Boeing Effect
Boeing (BA), the aerospace giant, is mired in legal troubles that are beginning to reach far and wide throughout the airline industry. Regulatory probes, aircraft delivery delays and mounting lawsuits are casting a wide shadow — dragging down not just Boeing stock, but impacting other
Trading Desk: Why Apple Is Tanking
Apple, the world’s most valuable company, is facing a major challenge in its most important market: China. iPhone sales in China have plunged 24% in the first six weeks of 2024. This comes as local smartphone companies, particularly Huawei, are making a comeback. This is
Fed Watch: Rate Cuts Are Coming
After a year of aggressive interest rate hikes in 2023, the Federal Reserve is signaling the potential for lower interest rates in 2024. While the fight against inflation isn’t won yet, recent comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggest that if economic data shifts
Back To Basics: This Bull Has Plenty Of Life Left
Stock market bulls –- periods in which prices seem to ascend relentlessly –- are a welcome sight after the downturns we call bear markets. In February, 2024, investors got some good news: stocks have officially entered a bull run. Despite potential headwinds, it’s time to