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There’s no doubt that dividend-paying stocks are one of the most popular holdings for most investors. Not only do they pay out a quarterly amount that generates steady returns, but they also help reduce portfolio volatility. They are also regarded as defensive stocks, making them a must-have in uncertain markets. Whether you’re an aggressive or…

The markets continue to climb despite unrest in the streets of major U.S. cities, continued trade tension between the U.S. and China, further spread of COVID-19, and historic unemployment claims, among other issues. Some analysts and high-level corporate executives, like Manolo Falco of Citigroup(C), believe that the markets will adjust to the reality of the…

Wednesday, May 27, 2020, was set to be a historic day. Two U.S. astronauts were booked for a ride to the International Space Station. Their ride was the first commercial spacecraft built by SpaceX. It has been close to 20 years since Americans launched a U.S.-built aircraft into orbit. Unfortunately, the launch was scrubbed due…

Regardless of whether you’re a conservative, income-oriented investor or an aggressive, growth stock champion, a well-diversified portfolio needs a solid large-cap stock keeping it grounded and stable. In light of the coronavirus outbreak, having a solid large-cap performer is an essential addition to any investor’s portfolio. This consumer staples company not only minimizes portfolio volatility,…

If the past couple of months have taught us anything, it’s that economic downturns can happen at any time. There aren’t always warning signs of a bear market – a black swan event like COVID-19 can quickly derail a booming economy. An unexpected event like what we’ve experienced in 2020 can spell disaster for an…

The coronavirus pandemic appears to be nearing its end, and businesses are gearing up for a massive rally back to economic prosperity. The month of May is seeing a market resurgence, with the S&P 500 index up 3.5% as of Monday. Industries that have been stagnating for the past several months are seeing their stocks…

The impact of the coronavirus has been mixed for some of the most heavily-traded stocks on Wall Street. Since the middle of February, American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL) is down more than 60%, Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) has fallen more than 18%, and Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) has tumbled more than 20%. However, a handful of…

Given the headlines that circulated in April, it’s hard to believe that the Nasdaq finished up more than 12% with the Dow Jones Industrial Average following closely with an 11% gain. However, mixed earnings results for the most heavily-weighted companies in these indices may halt upward traction. Heavy hitters, 3M Co. (MMM), Caterpillar Inc. (CAT),…

COVID-19 has reshaped what global business looks like and how everyday consumers live. Work-from-home transitions and online shopping have become the new norm. Companies have had to learn how to adapt quickly to stay profitable. But some businesses had begun a shift to an online format even before the coronavirus outbreak. For these innovators, forward-thinking…

If the world wasn’t strange enough right now, the oil market just took it up a notch. On Monday, April 20, 2020, the May contract for WTI Crude Oil fell to negative $37/barrel, bizarre territory after a record-breaking price drop. Futures traders are rightfully concerned about decreased demand, overproduction, and limited storage space. Non-essential travel…