Macro

3 Reasons Why Buying a House Right Now Is a Terrible Idea

With mortgage rates and home prices both at close to their highest levels in decades, buying a house has never been more expensive.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Europe’s Economy Is in Severe Trouble

A trigger for a stock market crash could be across the pond as Europe's economy faces high inflation and falling consumer spending.

3 Reasons Why Gas Prices Could Reach $6 This Year

Gas prices are at $3.82 per gallon, the highest seasonal level in more than a decade. Will fuel costs keep rising?

The Stock Market May Have Peaked in July. Here’s Why.

Has the stock market already peaked for this year? The evidence suggests that that may very well be the case.

Emerging Market Stocks Could Be Winners in a Stock Market Crash

Emerging markets stocks have been waiting for the day in the sun. Thanks to a looming credit event, that could be around the corner.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Brace Yourself for the September Effect

Stock market crash fears are all over Wall Street amid concerns of an especially brutal "September Effect."

EV Stocks Could Be the Unlikely Loser From the U.S.-China Tech Fight

As the U.S. limits tech investment in China, it could be jeopardizing EV stocks that rely on exports of key metals.

Economists Were Early on Recession Warnings. But They Weren’t Wrong.

Recession concerns have been waning in the face of stronger-than-expected economic data. I think it's too early to bust out the cigars.

Oil Price Predictions Alert: Brace Yourself for a Drop Ahead

The latest oil price predictions are pointing to a surprise to the downside. Here's what that could mean for the fight against inflation.

Good News, Investors! 2 Key Reports That Should Block Further Fed Rate Hikes.

Interestingly, recent Fed rate hikes appear to be working as planned, with yields coming down across the Treasury curve today.

Worried About a Housing Market Crash? Here’s How to Short Real Estate

With concerns of a housing market crash swirling amid sky-high mortgage rates, investors are wondering: How do you short real estate?

The 50-Day Moving Average Is More Important Than You Think

Moving averages are a great indicator of volatility. That's why investors should be worried about a stock market crash ahead.

Inflation Alert: Will the Aug. 31 PCE Report Trigger a Stock Market Crash?

Whispers of a stock market crash are all over Wall Street ahead of this week's PCE inflation report due Thursday, Aug. 31.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Utility Stocks Send a Major Warning Entering September

Utility stocks are starting to outperform. That could very well be a signal that a stock market crash is coming.

Housing Market Predictions 2023: When Will the Home Affordability Crisis End?

The housing market is the talk of Wall Street amid new reports suggesting housing affordability is at its worst level since 1984.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Mark Your Calendars for Aug. 30

Stock market crash fears are swirling ahead of this week's final Q2 GDP reading. Will strong GDP push the Fed to raise rates?

Protect Your Portfolio and Rotate Into Healthcare Stocks Now

Healthcare stocks are starting to outperform as tech stocks start to falter. Making a rotation now can help you survive what's to come.

3 Takeaways From Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole Speech

Although the market responded reasonably well to Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the Jackson Hole news indicates much work to be done.

Housing Market Crash Alert: Mark Your Calendars for Aug. 29

Wall Street is abuzz over a potential housing market crash ahead of next week's crucial Case-Shiller home price index report, due Aug. 29.