Investors have a wide range of choices when it comes to growing wealth. Options such as real estate, Treasury bonds, precious metals, and certificates of deposit each offer their advantages. Yet, over the long haul, stocks have delivered the highest annualized returns of any major asset class.  However, this path to prosperity is rarely smooth. Recent years have reminded everyone that stock market volatility is inevitable, with wild swings and sudden reversals leaving even experienced investors questioning what comes next.  As markets stand near record highs, a senior trading strategist from FTMX Global explores how current valuation signals, historical cycles,...

The U.S. stock market is once again flirting with record territory, buoyed by a wave of positive sentiment and robust economic data. Yet, as Wall Street eyes new highs, the week ahead presents a fresh test, new inflation numbers, ongoing trade talks, and headline-making corporate dramas are all converging.  As the financial world digests these signals, a senior analyst from Markets Yield examines what these developments might mean for investors hoping to navigate the shifting landscape. Stocks Rally Close to All-Time Highs image from finance.yahoo.com The S&P 500 is now less than 2% away from setting a new all-time high....

Every June, tech enthusiasts and investors turn their attention to Cupertino for Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The 2025 event is no exception, and this year’s gathering promises fresh updates and a few surprises, as the company navigates a challenging and competitive landscape.  A finance markets specialist from Sohal Market offers unique insights into how Apple’s latest moves could shape both the user experience and the investment outlook. Subtle Shifts in a New Era for Apple image from finance.yahoo.com WWDC 2025 opens its doors on June 9, drawing in developers and Apple fans eager to glimpse the company’s roadmap...

Introduction After months of dramatic market swings and policy headlines, a sense of calm is settling over Wall Street. Stocks have surged from their spring lows, driven in part by trade policy shifts announced by America’s current president, and many financial experts now believe the days of intense turbulence may be behind us, at least for a while.  As the dust begins to settle, some market watchers are even suggesting that investors might benefit from taking a step back during the typically slower summer months. In this article, a senior market strategist from Finstera explores the reasoning behind this cautious...