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The Future of US Equities: Harris vs. Trump As the US presidential election rapidly approaches, investors are closely watching the potential outcomes and how they could impact the stock market. According to UBS analysts, US equities remain attractive as victory looms for either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. With a divided congress seen as the…

Consumer Confidence in the US Reaches Highest Level in 2021 The Rise in Consumer Confidence Recent reports have shown that consumer confidence in the United States has reached its highest level since January. The Conference Board’s gauge of confidence increased by an impressive 9.5 points to 108.7 in the month of October. This rise in…

Chinese Companies Seeking Listings in Hong Kong and New York Introduction According to Marcia Ellis, a Hong Kong-based global co-chair of private equity practice at Morrison Foerster, Chinese companies are showing a growing interest in getting listed in Hong Kong or New York. The main reasons behind this trend are the challenges associated with getting…

Charmingly Eccentric Economists: A Look into Jamie Dimon’s Inflation Predictions JPMorgan Chase Chair and CEO, Jamie Dimon, Sparks Conversation on Inflation At the American Bankers Association Annual Convention in New York, Jamie Dimon, the Chair and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, made a statement that caught the attention of many. Dimon suggested that inflation might not…

October Non-Farm Payrolls Report: A Crucial Factor in Market Expectations The upcoming October non-farm payrolls report is crucial, especially with the U.S. elections approaching and recent tech earnings from Apple, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms. As we approach the end of the year, investors and market analysts are closely watching the upcoming October non-farm payrolls report….

The Importance of Big Tech Earnings and Economic Data in the Final Week Before the US Presidential Election By Zachary Hill, Head of Portfolio Strategy at Horizon Investments Introduction As the US presidential election draws near, investors are closely watching Big Tech earnings and economic data for insights into the future market trends. This final…

Charmingly Eccentric: Singapore’s Thriving Economy The Rise of Singapore’s Services Sector Singapore’s economy has long been known for its resilience and adaptability. In recent years, the city-state has seen a remarkable shift towards a services-driven economy, with this sector now accounting for a significant 65% of its GDP. This marks a considerable increase from just…

Welcome to the Energy Debate! Jim Cramer’s Perspective on Energy Resources If you’ve been following the latest news on CNBC, you may have come across Jim Cramer’s thoughts on the future of energy resources. In a recent segment, Cramer emphasized the significance of fossil fuels in enabling technological advancements despite the increasing investments in renewable…