Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Briefings Magazine: Made In America -- Recovery

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

History shows that America will lead the global recovery this time just like it has in the past. Read more here.

Monday, December 7, 2020

WSJ: What Are Contrary Indicators?

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

Investors will hear or read about Wall Street professionals using contrary or contrarian indicators to predict which way asset prices will move. While the concept can be confusing to new investors, it may be particularly relevant now. Read more here.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Forbes: Saudi Arabia Makes Big Move To Green The Desert

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is getting serious about going green. 

At least its hard to make any other conclusion following an announcement made Monday by the country’s oil giant Aramco as well as other involved parties. However, you may have to read between the lines to understand the significance. Read more here.

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Friday, November 27, 2020

Forbes: Boom -- Economy Growing At 11%, Says Atlanta Fed

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

The U.S. economy continues to bounce back.

Its now estimated to be growing at the rip-roaring rate of 11% during the fourth quarter, according to the latest estimate from the Atlanta Fed dated November 25. Read more here.

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Forbes: Without Fiscal Stimulus, Jobs Recovery Could Stall Or Reverse, Says Deutsche Bank

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to dog local labor markets in the U.S. And that’s why the government needs to step in with another round of fiscal stimulus or risk derailing the jobs recovery, according to a recent report from Deutsche Bank (DB). Read more here.

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Forbes: Gold Prices Could Fall To $1,650 In The Short Term

BY SIMON CONSTABLE 

The recent fall in gold prices might not be over and investors should wait until the market stabilizes before buying the precious metal, experts say. Read more here.

Forbes: Fund Investors Flee Commodities For 5 Straight Weeks

 By SIMON CONSTABLE

Investors in mutual funds and exchange-traded funds have been dumping their commodities holdings for five straight weeks, new data shows.

It could be a contrary indicator that it’s time to invest in commodities. Read more here.