Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments.
Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.
Experts are increasingly converging on the view that gold's recent impressive surge is more than a fleeting market phenomenon, with fundamental drivers suggesting its staying power. This bullish outlook is set against the backdrop of a simmering, yet increasingly significant, debate regarding the long-term dominance of the US dollar as
Crude oil prices are experiencing a notable retreat as of October 2, 2025, with benchmark Brent crude settling around $65-$66 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude between $61-$62 per barrel. This significant decline marks multi-month lows, primarily driven by a robust increase in global
Gold prices have shattered all previous records, soaring to an unprecedented near $3900 per ounce as of October 2, 2025. This historic surge, representing a nearly 48% increase since the beginning of the year, is a direct consequence of a confluence of critical geopolitical and economic factors: an ongoing US
The global oil market is currently in a state of heightened volatility, marked by recent price declines and a palpable sense of apprehension as participants keenly await the upcoming OPEC+ meeting. While the early autumn season often brings its own set of market dynamics, the current landscape is particularly complex,
As the global economy inches towards Q4 2025, the commodity market stands at a critical juncture, poised for a period of heightened volatility and diverging trends. While a broad softening of prices is anticipated across the board due to a projected global economic slowdown, specific commodity classes are charting markedly
The U.S. private sector labor market unexpectedly shed 32,000 jobs in September 2025, according to the latest ADP National Employment Report released on October 1, 2025. This surprising downturn sharply contrasts with economists' forecasts of modest job growth and signals a notable softening in labor momentum. The report,
As of late September 2025, the global crude oil market finds itself in a precarious state, marked by declining prices and a palpable risk of oversupply. What was once a delicate balancing act by OPEC+ to support prices through production cuts is now facing significant headwinds, as the cartel embarks
As the calendar turns to October, the financial markets brace for one of their most anticipated and volatile periods: earnings season. The third-quarter 2025 earnings reports are set to begin, with a spotlight firmly fixed on bellwether companies such as Nike (NYSE: NKE), whose performance is expected to significantly influence
Meta introduced a new pair of AI-powered glasses, Google announced a partnership with PayPal and AI updates to Chrome, and the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, but is concerned about both the economy and inflation.
FedEx’s third quarter performance reflected steady execution in the face of persistent global trade volatility and structural industry shifts. Management credited U.S. domestic parcel growth and disciplined cost management as key drivers, with CEO Rajesh Subramaniam highlighting “profitable share growth in the U.S. domestic market” and improved pricing discipline. Despite headwinds from reduced international export demand and the expiration of a major U.S. Postal Service contract, the company maintained operating margin stability. Management emphasized ongoing transformation initiatives, including network optimization and new business wins in high-value verticals, as supporting factors for the quarter.
While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
The Federal Reserve's September 2025 Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) has painted a picture of cautious optimism for the U.S. economy, signaling a belief in sustained expansion despite a recent moderation in activity. This latest "dot plot" and accompanying projections reveal a slight upward revision to the real GDP
While the broader S&P 500 continues its upward trajectory, the Industrials sector finds itself in a challenging environment. A noticeable slowdown in business activity data, coupled with persistently rising material prices, is squeezing profit margins and forcing industrial companies to reassess their strategies. This divergence highlights a nuanced market,
U.S. stocks closed at new highs on Friday, driven by strong iPhone 17 demand, optimism around AI, and renewed hopes for U.S.-China relations. While gold miners sparkled and TikTok found a buyer, small caps took a breather.
