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Middle East Tensions and Oil Prices: Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters for Global Energy Markets
Recent developments in the Middle East have sharply increased geopolitical tensions and raised concerns across global markets. Military strikes carried out by the United States and Israel against Iranian targets over the weekend marked a significant escalation, with the stated goal of slowing Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Iran responded quickly with missile attacks aimed at Israel […]
Visual Capitalist: The Countries Most Dependent On Tourism
Which Countries Depend Most on Tourism? A Look at Tourism’s Share of National Economies Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries, generating massive economic activity across the globe. By 2025, the sector is expected to contribute roughly $11.7 trillion to the global economy, accounting for about 10% of worldwide GDP. However, tourism does not […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended February 27
Jobs ahead A monthly labor market report due out on Friday will show whether January’s stronger-than-expected jobs growth extended into February. In January, the gain of 130,000 jobs was more than double the number that most economists had forecast and up from 48,000 in December. Moreover, January’s unemployment rate slipped to 4.3% from 4.4% the […]
LPL: The Return Of The Stocks Picker’s Market
The Reemergence of a Stock Picker’s Market At first glance, 2026 may appear relatively uneventful for U.S. equities. The S&P 500’s modest year-to-date performance suggests a market treading water. But beneath the surface, a very different dynamic is unfolding. Individual stocks are moving more independently than they have in recent years. The result is widening […]
Visual Capitalist: The Growth Of $100 By Asset Class
📊 What $100 Invested in 1965 Would Be Worth Today When it comes to long-term investing, time and compounding can make a dramatic difference. Looking back over the past 60 years, different asset classes have delivered very different results. Based on long-term historical data, stocks have been the clear leader in wealth creation compared to […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended February 20
Tariffs ruling In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the Trump administration exceeded its legal authority last year when it imposed tariffs on imported goods from most of the nation’s biggest trading partners. The ruling didn’t appear to resolve whether the government must repay tariff revenue that it has already […]
Franklin Templeton: What’s Next For Gold?
What’s Next for Gold in 2026? Gold has surged in recent years, capturing investor attention amid global uncertainty. Yet while bullion prices have climbed sharply, gold mining stocks have not kept pace. This divergence has sparked debate among investors. Here’s a closer look at what may be driving gold’s performance — and what it could […]
Visual Capitalist: Where Incomes Are Rising Fastest By State
Where Income Growth Is Accelerating — And Why It Matters Over the past five years, U.S. household income has grown at a historically strong pace — but the gains haven’t been evenly distributed. Nationally, median household income rose from $68,700 in 2019 to $83,730 in 2024 — a 21.9% increase (nominal, not adjusted for inflation). […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended February 13
Jobs resilience U.S. jobs growth exceeded expectations, helping to ease recent concerns about labor market weakness. The gain of 130,000 jobs in January was more than double the number that most economists had forecast and up from 48,000 in December. January’s unemployment rate slipped to 4.3% from 4.4% the previous month. Inflation moderation Friday’s […]
Lord Abbett: The Factors Supporting A Bullish Case For 2026
A Bullish Outlook for Equities in 2026: What’s Supporting the Market? After a strong year for global equities, investors are asking an important question: Can the momentum continue into 2026? While markets are never without risk, several key forces suggest that the foundation for continued equity strength remains intact. A Strong Backdrop for Stocks Equity […]