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Most Asian markets rose Monday, building on last week's rally following the Federal Reserve's bumper interest rate cut, with focus now on the release of the bank's favoured inflation gauge later in the week.

Equity investors often overlook market seasonality. Unfortunately, seasonality is usually tied to future markets. However, there are instances where the seasonality of commodities can enhance an Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). Two significant commodities are entering a seasonal buy that will impact an outperforming homebuilder ETF. The Federal Reserve (FED) appears ready…

Last week was a big one, showing a large shift in the Fed's actions as they cut rates by 50 basis points. Here are 5 things to watch this week in the market.

As Fed Chair Powell might say, the semiconductor sector's recent pullback represents a recalibration rather than the start of a downturn. With foundational support from AI advancements and a stabilizing economy, investors might want to buy the dip on these chip stocks.

Learn about the impact of the Federal Reserve's rate cut on mortgage rates and home affordability. Explore the challenges faced by buyers and homeowners in...

The Federal Reserve gave home shoppers what they hoped for this week: a big rate cut and a signal of more cuts to come

"In other contexts, a larger move may convey greater concern about growth, but Powell repeatedly stressed this was basically a joyous cut as ebbing inflation allows the Fed to act to preserve a strong labor market."

The recent rate cuts from the Federal Reserve are poised to create a ripple effect across the financial sector, particularly for dividend-paying stocks. In light of this, dividend-seeking investors might want to consider investing in companies like Visa (V), Mastercard Inc. (MA), and American Express (AXP), which not only have…

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Friday closed down by -0.19%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.09%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down by -0.24%. Stocks on Friday mainly settled lower, giving back some of Thursday’s...

Coinbase, a cryptocurrency exchange, sees gains as investors adapt to lower interest rates.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday rose by +0.11%. The dollar on Friday posted moderate gains in weakness in the yen after the BOJ refrained from tightening monetary policy. Also, the stock weakness on Friday boosted some liquidity demand for the dollar. In addition, higher T-note yields Friday have strengthened...