Category: Markets

In a quarter dominated by megacap tech and AI-driven rallies, a quieter revolution took place: savvy fund managers who scoured the market for undervalued stocks outperformed their benchmarks by a wide margin. Despite the Russell 1000 Value Index trailing the S&P 500’s blistering ascent, 63% of active value managers beat their benchmarks in Q2, the...

Introduction The New York City mayoral race is entering uncharted territory as political and financial powerbrokers realign their support after a dramatic primary upset.  With major donors switching sides and new alliances forming, the city’s future leadership and approach to public safety, affordability, and the economy hang in the balance. Josh T. Green, a leading...

Introduction After a brief storm in the UK financial markets, stability is returning, thanks in part to strong reassurances from the nation’s top political leaders. Concerns about government spending, fiscal discipline, and high-profile personnel changes recently sent UK bond yields soaring and rattled the pound.  Now, with a renewed commitment to fiscal rules, investors are...

Introduction In a market filled with uncertainty, investors often overlook opportunities in sectors weighed down by volatility or recent setbacks. Mid-cap biotech firms, in particular, may look risky at first glance, but for those willing to dig deeper, some names present a strong recovery case.  Today, we examine two companies, one leading the way in...

After months of relative calm, investors face a gauntlet of political deadlines and data releases that could jolt everything from Treasuries and the U.S. dollar to gold, corporate credit, and European bonds. From a looming U.S.–EU tariff decision to a contentious French budget vote, and another potential showdown in U.S.–China trade talks, risk premiums look...

A sharp turn in US-China trade relations is reshaping the semiconductor landscape yet again. In a major shift, the US has lifted new export license requirements that had restricted Chinese buyers from accessing advanced chip design software.  The surprise decision follows an agreement to ease trade frictions in exchange for concessions on critical raw materials....

Major changes could be ahead for one of America’s most famous media companies. As Paramount Global faces pressure from investors and regulators, a series of critical decisions and headline-grabbing controversies are shaping the company’s future.  Shareholders, legal experts, and market watchers are paying close attention to boardroom battles, a high-profile lawsuit settlement, and a multi-billion-dollar...

Artificial intelligence has reached a new turning point. What was once the realm of research labs and experimental startups is now rapidly becoming a central focus for the world’s most influential companies.  This shift is not just about algorithms or data, but about business strategies, acquisitions, and the race to bring AI innovations into mainstream...

The world’s bond markets are feeling the heat from rising fiscal concerns, and Japan’s government debt is no exception. Even after a smooth 30-year bond auction showed solid demand, long-term Japanese yields have ticked higher, reflecting persistent worries about government borrowing costs at home and abroad.  As investors and policymakers try to balance demand, supply,...

Workforce reductions are sweeping across industries in 2025, from tech and manufacturing to energy and retail. Many well-known companies are shrinking staff to cope with rising costs, changing consumer habits, and the rapid advance of artificial intelligence.  A closer look reveals that while tech itself is booming, not every worker benefits equally from this shift....