Is Interest in Crypto Cooling Off? US Searches Drop as Retail Investors Hold Back
Declining Interest in Cryptocurrency Search interest for the term “crypto” has dropped to levels not seen in a year, showing a notable decrease in curiosity among retail investors as we near the end of 2025. According to a recent Google Trends analysis, global interest is currently at 26 on a scale of 0 to 100, […]
Holiday Shopping Boost Hidden by Auto and Housing Weakness in October Retail Sales
U.S. Retail Sales Insight for October Retail sales in the U.S. remained nearly unchanged in October, which may not reflect the underlying consumer strength, especially as many Americans began their holiday shopping early, even before Halloween. According to the Census Bureau, retail and food service sales reached $732.6 billion in October, virtually the same as […]
We are lowering our rating on a retail stock, and Evercore starts coverage with buys on two stocks.
Market Recap and Key Insights This morning’s “Morning Meeting” livestream from Jim Cramer’s CNBC Investment Club provided some insights into Monday’s market performance. The S&P 500 faced a dip as investors shifted focus from tech stocks to value-driven investments. For instance, shares of Broadcom dropped more than 4%, while financial powerhouses like Wells Fargo and […]
New York City sees record low shootings, safer subways, and a 20% drop in retail theft as Zohran Mamdani takes office.
Crime Rates in NYC Show Significant Declines It’s a positive landscape for New York City, and Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor, has some challenges ahead to maintain it. Gun violence, homicides, and shoplifting are all reported to be at record lows, which, experts say, should inform Mamdani’s approach to governance, as indicated by various analysts. […]
Are Bitcoin Whales Taking Control as Retail Investors Disappear?
Bitcoin Price Recovery and Investor Activity Recently, ETF investors have been more engaged in the market. Bitcoin has notably bounced back—about $10,000—in the last week, recovering from a multi-month low of just under $81,000 to over $93,000 on Friday, before settling around $91,000. As for who’s driving this surge, it seems to be largely driven […]
What is the timing of German Retail Sales and how might they impact EUR/USD?
In October, German retail sales saw an increase of 0.9% year-on-year, which is a notable rise compared to market expectations of just 0.2%. This follows a revised increase of 0.8% from September, which was initially reported as 0.2%. However, on a monthly basis, retail sales dropped by 0.3% in October, following a revised 0.3% increase […]
Retail profits, emerging AI leaders, Amazon’s $50 billion investment and additional insights in Morning Briefing
On October 10, 2025, a Dick’s Sporting Goods store logo was visible in San Diego, California. Here are five key points investors should consider as they begin their trading day. 1. Financial Updates This morning, several major retailers released their financial results, offering fresh consumer insights just ahead of Black Friday. The announcements followed a […]
US Dollar Index declines close to 100.00 before the release of US Retail Sales and PPI
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the value of the dollar against six major currencies, was sitting at around 100.15 during the Asian trading session on Tuesday, showing some weakness. This dip is largely attributed to dovish comments from officials at the Federal Reserve, increasing the likelihood of a rate cut next month. On […]
Overview of Upcoming US Retail Sales, Producer Prices, and German GDP Data
The U.S. dollar (USD) experienced a slight decline on Friday, hitting a three-day low as investors anticipated additional interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. What to Watch for on Tuesday, November 25th The US Dollar Index (DXY) is under some pressure due to varied U.S. Treasury yields, testing the significant support level around 100.00. […]
Retail Stocks Require an Unexpected Holiday Turnaround to Rescue a Tough 2025
Consumers Hesitant Ahead of Holiday Season It appears that U.S. consumers are approaching the holiday season with some reluctance. This hesitation is influenced by worries about a weakening job market and ongoing inflation. Interestingly, despite a recent uptick in Target Corp.’s stock, it had faced its most challenging week since April, as earnings revealed that […]