Growth is a hallmark of all great companies, but the laws of gravity eventually take hold.
Those who rode the COVID boom and ensuing tech selloff in 2022 will surely remember that the market’s punishment can be swift and severe when trajectories fall.
Financial providers use their expertise in capital allocation and risk assessment to help facilitate economic growth while offering consumers and businesses essential financial services. Still, investors are uneasy as companies face challenges from an unpredictable interest rate and inflation environment.
These doubts have certainly contributed to the indutry's recent underperformance - over the past six months, its 17.4% gain has fallen behind the S&P 500's 23.9% rise.
The global gold bullion market is in the midst of an unprecedented boom, with prices soaring to record highs throughout 2025, driven by a potent mix of geopolitical uncertainty, economic anxieties, and persistent inflation concerns. This dramatic surge in the value of the precious metal has triggered a fierce "battle
The year 2025 has etched itself into the annals of financial history with an unprecedented gold rally, seeing the precious metal shatter records and surge past the $4,200 per ounce mark. As of October 16, 2025, gold prices have touched an all-time high of approximately $4,250.73, marking
Companies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments.
Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.
Many small-cap stocks have limited Wall Street coverage, giving savvy investors the chance to act before everyone else catches on.
But the flip side is that these businesses have increased downside risk because they lack the scale and staying power of their larger competitors.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on.
However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
Financial institutions play a critical role, offering everything from consumer banking to wealth management and specialized financial solutions. These companies have benefited from improving market activity and economic fundamentals,
so it's no surprise the industry has posted a 11.4% gain over the past six months, nearly mirroring the S&P 500.
StoneX to acquire R.J. O'Brien for $900 million, creating a market leader in global derivatives. Financial details: $625M in cash, 3.5M shares, $143M debt. Transaction will boost StoneX's client float, IBs, and annual cleared derivatives volume. Deal expected to close in Q3 2025.
