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Pay 'N' Pay For Art And Growth Stocks
Forbes - 9 Jun 2017 00:40
My sins of omission in investments seem minimal when compared with gauche stupidities committed in the world of contemporary art. Volatility in the art market makes the NASDAQ 100 look like an index for utilities stocks.
ESG: You Don't Need To Give Up Performance To Invest In A Sustainable Way
Forbes - 9 Jun 2017 00:22
Janet Brown: FundX Investment Group has a very disciplined three-step investment process that does not involve forecasting. Because forecasting is really guessing. We aim to take the guesswork out of investing and we've ...
The Myth of the Indebted American
Wall Street Journal - 9 Jun 2017 00:18
Household debt has risen to record levels, but income has risen even more.
Market round up: China's buying Treasuries again, so it's time to sell
livemint.com - 9 Jun 2017 00:04
In other news, currency-focused hedge funds big gainers in May; cost optimization to define wind market
Nordstrom Buyout: Watch the Debt
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jun 2017 22:59
Nordstrom could fare well as a private company as long as its buyers don't take on too much debt.
Political Climate Benefiting New York Times, Here's How It Could Impact Its Valuation
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 22:27
NYT's subscription growth is largely believed to be driven by the current political climate in the U.S. NYT has likely gained subscribers driven by the publicity and controversy surrounding President Trump, as he has bee...
Fed Gives Deutsche Bank, UBS Five-Year Breather On Illiquid Fund Volcker Compliance
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 21:46
Deutsche Bank , UBS and Silicon Valley Bank now have five more years to dispose of their illiquid fund investments, after the Federal Reserve formally granted these banks an extension under Volcker Rule provisions.
Why NYSE Is Implementing A 'Speed Bump' And How It Could Help
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 21:36
NYSE received approval for the introduction of a speed bump on its small and mid-cap exchange NYSE MKT in May. This note explains how it could benefit.
Indian gold imports jumped fourfold in May on GST fears
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 20:56
India's gold imports jumped fourfold in May on fears that the government would fix a higher GST rate for gold jewellery
The Case For Alternatives In 2017
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 20:20
The bias against hedge funds has permeated every part of the investment media, which is one of the main reasons why it is such a great opportunity for investors. Hear the Case for Alternatives in 2017, and decide for you...
How To Trade Gold Stocks In A Longer-Term Diversified Investment Portfolio
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 19:52
Gold stocks are an important asset allocation in any portfolio.
GST will have positive impact on gold industry: World Gold Council
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 19:20
The country's gold market is becoming more organised and transparent, and it is likely that Goods and Services Tax will accelerate this process, said the World Gold Council
Green, Yellow, Or Red Light? What Market Conditions Tell Us About The Current Risk Level
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 19:02
Commonwealth's CIO Brad McMillan evaluates three flavors of market risk: recession risk, economic shock risk, and risks within the market itself.
Gold slips after ECB decision amid wait for UK poll result, James Comey hearing
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 18:49
Investors are awaiting British election results and Comey's testimony, which will turn the spotlight on a clash between him and US President Donald Trump
Echo To Remain A Key Growth Driver For Amazon Despite Competition From Apple
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 18:36
Amazon's Echo smart home speaker device currently dominates the global intelligent home speaker market. However, Apple recently announced that it is entering the market, meaning Amazon may have to introduce new features ...
Trefis Memo-To-The-Executive: John Skipper, ESPN
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 18:36
This analysis outlines potential strategic decisions ESPN could make going forward, and evaluates two strategic choices, each against two different market scenarios. In this note, the Trefis Team has put together a strat...
ECB rules out further interest rate cuts, in step towards stimulus exit
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 17:59
ECB governing council drops its guidance that interest rates may fall further, saying that it now expects borrowing costs to stay at present levels for an extended period
How Investors Can Avoid Getting Hit by Electric Cars
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jun 2017 16:42
Global auto parts makers Johnson Matthey and Umicore grew rich on the chemistry of catalytic converters. Now they want a piece of the booming car-battery business.
Gold prices slip on global cues
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 16:42
Standard gold prices declined by Rs115 to end at Rs 29,165 per 10 grams from Wednesday's closing level
How To Find Bargain REITs With 250% Upside
Forbes - 8 Jun 2017 16:38
Today we'll talk about how to value REIT (real estate investment trust) stocks. I'll show you specifically how to lock in high current yields and leave yourself open to 250%+ price upside as well.
Tesla Investors Needn't Worry About Toyota Pullout
Profit Confidential - 8 Jun 2017 16:37
Toyota and Tesla Part Ways Toyota Motor Corp (NYSE:TM) is backing out of its partnership with Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), but there's nothing to worry about. The Tesla stock price is still hitting all-time highs. Here's wha...
TCS, Tech Mahindra, HCL, Wipro, other IT stocks fall on selling pressure
livemint.com - 8 Jun 2017 16:18
Shares of TCS fell by 3.59%, HCL Tech lost 1.30%, Infosys fell by 0.54%, Tech Mahindra by 0.54%, and Wipro by 0.06% on BSE