With the new administration now in full swing, market events are coming our way at a furious pace, especially for our high yield CEFs. One thing that’s clear about the next few years? Volatility is likely to tick up, especially with stock valuations stretched. Now more than ever, we need to be diversified, so we’re set up to offset any shocks to any one sector while we collect our high closed-end fund (CEF) dividends. So that’s what we’re going to do today. And CEFs are the best tool to do it. Through just three funds (see tickers below), we’ll give…

Key News So much for the quiet pre-holiday trading session as Asian equities were mixed though Australia was closed for Australia Day, Indonesia was closed for Al Isra’ wal-Mi’raj, South Korea was closed for the Korean New Year, and Taiwan was closed for Chinese New Year. Mainland China and Hong Kong-listed hardware and technology plays, especially semiconductors, were not immune to DeepSeek’s impact on the global AI ecosystem. The Hong Kong-listed Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SMIC) fell -7.63%. Meanwhile, Mainland-listed communication and electronic component makers were hit hard. DeepSeek AI highlights the concentration risk of the S&P 500 and global overweight…

When it comes to losing money, Boeing is an overperformer — of historic proportion. On Thursday, the beleaguered plane maker pre-announced a net loss of $5.46 per share for the fourth quarter of 2024, which pencils out to about $3.8 billion. That’s a stunning $11.8 billion loss for the year, the second largest in Boeing history. The lousy news is partly due to the disruption of a seven-week strike by Boeing’s machinists that halted production of the company’s bestselling plane, the 737 Max. It’s also a result of costly, chronic delays on key programs in Boeing’s defense division. And then…

By Oliver Rodzianko Summary Oracle, driven by AI and cloud, projects steady revenue growth. I posit a 15% stock price CAGR potential over five years, and a fair valuation amid a changing U.S. regulatory climate. Regulatory shifts, particularly in the U.S., pose both expansion opportunities and risks if AI ventures go unchecked or spark major errors, hurting Oracle’s market position. My five-year model predicts EPS of $11.31 and a $370 price target, aided by bullish AI-driven growth, but risks include AI infrastructure overspending and post-Trump regulatory uncertainty. The next five years could be very strong for Oracle (ORCL, Financial) stock,…

In trading on Monday, shares of Sysco crossed above their 200 day moving average of $75.30, changing hands as high as $76.50 per share. Sysco shares are currently trading up about 1.9% on the day. Start slideshow: 10 Stocks Crossing Above Their 200 Day Moving Average » The chart below shows the one year performance of SYY shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, SYY’s low point in its 52 week range is $69.03 per share, with $82.89 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $76.22. The SYY…

For years, my mentor, David Dreman, invested in Westinghouse Electric Co. The stock was cheap, often selling for about nine times the company’s per-share earnings. The stock price marched up nicely, yet the stock stayed cheap, because earnings were rising as fast as the stock price. That’s a value investor’s dream. Today, Westinghouse is in the dust bin of history, and Dreman is mostly retired. But I long to find today’s version of what I call the Westinghouse Effect. Here are a few possible candidates. These six stocks are relatively cheap, and have achieved total returns of more than 500%…

AbbVie has been named a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock by Dividend Channel, signifying a stock with above-average ”DividendRank” statistics including a strong 3.9% yield, as well as being recognized by prominent asset managers as being a socially responsible investment, through analysis of social and environmental criteria. Environmental criteria include considerations like the environmental impact of the company’s products and services, as well as the company’s efficiency in terms of its use of energy and resources. Social criteria include elements such as human rights, child labor, corporate diversity, and the company’s impact on society — for instance, taken into consideration…

The Consumer Price Index report for January is expected to show broadly unchanged annual inflation compared to December according to nowcasts. The CPI release is scheduled for February 12. If nowcasts for relatively flat annual inflation hold, then that may reassure the Federal Open Market Committee that inflation is subdued. Nonetheless, further interest rate cuts are not viewed as imminent. Broadly flat inflation would be relatively welcome, because headline CPI inflation has accelerated a little since September. That’s something the FOMC would like to see reverse. The Importance Of Housing The most important series within CPI inflation will likely be…

When President Donald Trump returned to the White House last week, many expected him to target China or address border security with Mexico. Instead, Trump surprised the world by reiterating his plan to expand U.S. territory by acquiring Greenland from Denmark and incorporating Canada as the 51st state. This agenda has naturally drawn criticism from allies, many of whom view it is unfeasible. While Trump’s aggressive approach and bombastic rhetoric may be quickly dismissed, it is worth understanding why the United States is expressing such bold geopolitical ambitions. The reasons are a compilation of economics, national security, and global power.…

The investment landscape in 2025 offers several promising opportunities in high-growth sectors. While market volatility continues to be a challenge, certain areas stand out for their strong growth potential, technological innovation, and ability to address critical global issues. This analysis, supported by comprehensive market research and economic indicators, highlights five sectors worth investors’ attention. Criteria for Identifying Growth Sectors Successful investing in specific sectors requires analyzing several factors that indicate sustainable growth potential. These criteria are essential for making informed investment decisions based on solid fundamentals rather than market sentiment. Market Trends Market trends involve both cyclical patterns and long-term…