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Based on the latest information provided, it seems that some investors are still betting on local currency debt from developing nations despite recent market volatility. Victoria Courmes at Grantham Mayo Van Otterloo & Co. Argues that delays in rate cuts by central banks in emerging economies, caused by the delay in rate cuts by…
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Based on the latest financial results and analysis, Realty Income (NYSE: O) is a high-yield REIT worth considering for investment. Despite a 10% decrease in stock price over the past year, the company reported a 33% increase in first-quarter revenue, driven by the acquisition of Spirit Realty. The REIT’s diversifying portfolio includes 80% of…
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While Governor Phil Scott announced his bid for reelection in Vermont, it is worth mentioning that the state recently passed a bill requiring all utilities to shift to 100% renewable energy sources by 2035. This makes Vermont the 24th US state to set such a target, with an even faster compliance timeline than most…
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The traditional Wall Street strategy known as “sell in May” has not proven particularly successful in recent years. According to Deutsche Bank data, holding the S&P 500 from the end of April through the beginning of September has resulted in returns comparable to those of a “sell in May” strategy that involves parking cash…
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Based on the information provided, it seems that the rising trend of secondary perils, such as wildfires, floods, and thunderstorms, poses a growing hazard for investors in catastrophe bonds and other insurance-linked securities, as these events are becoming more frequent due to climate change. While these securities have generated strong returns in the past,…
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Based on the recommendations of Wall Street experts, three stocks to consider for long-term investments are Domino’s Pizza (DPZ), burger chain Shake Shack (SHAK), and tech giant Apple (AAPL). Analysts from Deutsche Bank and BTIG have positive views on DPZ, citing the company’s initiatives to support an increase in same-store sales, accelerating unit growth,…
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The Federal Reserve’s (Fed) officials have maintained their stance that interest rates will remain higher for a longer period, as indicated by remarks made by John Williams, Neel Kashkari, and Austan Goolsbee in recent speeches and interviews. This decision comes after the Fed kept its benchmark interest rate at a 23-year high during its…
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Georgia’s economic growth, driven by advanced manufacturing, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, has resulted in increased demand for electricity. This demand is projected to expand by 4.7% annually over the next five years, according to a review of federal filings by the consulting firm Grid Strategies. However, this growth comes with a side effect:…
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Here’s a potential rewrite: As Asia’s economies continue to thrive, there has been a significant shift in attitudes toward business relationships with China within the United States government. The Biden administration has maintained trade restrictions, such as tariffs on around $300 billion worth of Chinese goods, and passed major legislation aimed at relocating manufacturing…
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In summary, Jack Dorsey, CEO of Block (formerly known as Square), has announced that his company will regularly invest 10% of its Bitcoin-related product gross profits into Bitcoin as an investment strategy. This move will see Block allocate around $8m to buying Bitcoin each month, starting with a $4.4m purchase in April. The new…