RBC Capital increases its year-end S&P 500 forecast, but anticipates uneven movement following significant gains.
RBC Capital Markets Boosts S&P 500 Year-End Forecast RBC Capital Markets has reassessed its outlook on profits, suggesting that they will be stronger than anticipated. This, in turn, is likely to keep the S&P 500 elevated through the end of the year, exceeding previous projections. In a memo released on Monday, Lorica Calvasina, the head […]
Coinbase Encounters Fresh Competition as Cryptocurrency Gains Popularity
Coinbase Faces Rising Competition in Digital Assets Coinbase, known for selling more than just cryptocurrency exchanges, finds itself up against increasing competition as both Wall Street and the U.S. government begin to lean into the digital assets sector, according to a recent Financial Times report. There are concerns about whether Coinbase has maintained a significant […]
Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices Rise ‘Halfway’ as Options Traders Aim for Year-End Gains
Simply put Bitcoin and Ethereum have increased by 6% and 4% this month, which is unusual for September. Options data indicates there are bullish positions outpacing bearish ones, suggesting higher prices by year-end. Anticipations of multiple Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2025 may boost interest in riskier assets. The common September downturn may not be […]
Liz Weston: It has been 30 years since the rules for taxes and capital gains were updated. Some individuals are still unclear.
Understanding Tax Rules on Home Sales Dear Liz: I thought I had a grasp on the tax implications of selling a home, but now I’m feeling a bit lost. Previously, there were rules allowing profits from home sales to be rolled into the purchase of another home, with a one-time exemption for up to $500,000. […]
Spot BTC ETFs draw in $642M, while ETH gains $406M as confidence grows.
Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs are witnessing a notable rise in interest, as institutional demand for cryptocurrency exposure grows. Recently, Spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs reported a net inflow of $642.35 million, marking the fifth consecutive day of gains. Data from SOSOValue indicates that the total net inflow has now reached $56.83 billion, contributing to a […]
US Dollar gains support before consumer confidence report
Market Update – September 12th Here’s what you should keep an eye on today: US Dollar (USD) The US dollar is expected to stabilize after a decline seen on Thursday. The focus is now turning towards the preliminary consumer index data for September. Traders are also monitoring comments from officials at the European Central Bank […]
Widely used heart medication gains popularity for treating anxiety off-label.
Beta Blockers Gaining Popularity as Anxiety Treatment Beta blockers are emerging as a favored option for managing anxiety. Initially approved by the FDA in 1967, propranolol, a type of beta blocker, is primarily used for cardiovascular issues, particularly hypertension. Since 2020, prescriptions for propranolol have surged by 28%, according to data from Global IQVIA, as […]
Stock futures reduce gains following CPI and unemployment information: Live updates
Market Update: Consumer Inflation and Tech Stocks Influence Trading On September 10, 2025, traders were busy on the New York Stock Exchange, particularly as the Swedish fintech company Kralna prepared for its IPO. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 Futures remained relatively stable on Thursday while Wall Street absorbed the latest consumer inflation data. Futures linked to […]
Cryptocurrency Prices Surge Following Favorable PPI Report: Bitcoin, Solana, and Meme Coins Lead the Gains
The recent Producer Price Index (PPI) figures offer some interesting insights. The announcement for August showed an increase of just 2.8%, which was notably lower than the predicted 3.3%. Even more surprising, there was a 0.1% decline in producer price inflation for the month, contrary to expectations of a 0.3% rise. Core PPI, excluding food […]
This generator stock has increased significantly since its earnings report. Here’s an options trade to capitalize on potential future gains.
Stock Update: Generac (GNRC) Generac’s stock has had an interesting month. After a phenomenal earnings report that sent the stock soaring by 32% on July 30th, it faced a decline for about a month. However, it seems to be making a gradual comeback, presenting a potential bullish opportunity. Before making any trading decisions, it’s wise […]