10 Overlooked US Dividend Stocks to Watch in 2025
David Harrell: Hi, I’m David Harrell, editor of the Morningstar DividendInvestor newsletter, and I’m here once again with Dave Sekera, who is Morningstar’s chief US market strategist. Dave, thanks for joining me. David Sekera: Of course. Happy New Year, David. Harrell: Happy New Year to you. Well, it was a great year for US equity […]
Dave Sekera: Insights on the US Market Landscape for 2025 and Beyond
(Please stay tuned for important disclosure information at the conclusion of this episode.) On the podcast this week, we welcome back Dave Sekera. Dave is the chief US market strategist for Morningstar Research Services. In his role, Dave publishes research and commentary on the state of the markets and economy and is a leading voice […]
Staying Essential Amid Commodity Cycle Fluctuations
remaining indispensable despite commodity cycle volatility Battery minerals—such as lithium, cobalt, copper, magnesium, vanadium, and graphite—are essential components of modern energy storage technologies that power electric vehicles (EVs), consumer electronics, and renewable energy systems. However, the landscape of the battery minerals market is undergoing significant changes, presenting both challenges and opportunities for stakeholders. Following a […]
US Stocks Are Set to Thrive in a Second Trump Administration…
Christopher Johnson: There is no denying that the US is the king of all equity markets. But as the world awaits the return of Donald Trump to the white House, there is a debate raging about whether his Maganomic agenda will bolster or hinder US equity markets. To discuss all this and more, I’m joined […]
Stock Futures Climb as Trump’s Second Term Commences: Live Updates
Stock futures rise as Trump’s second term begins: Live updates Newly sworn-in President Donald Trump takes part in a signing ceremony in the President’s Room following the 60th inaugural ceremony on Jan. 20, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. Melina Mara | Via Reuters Stock futures were higher on Monday evening after President […]
GSA’s New Leadership Primarily Hails from Technology and Finance Industries
GSA’s new leadership mostly comes from tech, finance sectors The General Services Administration has new leadership already in place on day one of the Trump administration. Stephen Ehikian is the new deputy administrator and acting administrator of GSA, according to a screenshot of an email Federal News Network obtained. Stephen Ehikian is the new deputy […]
South African Police Search for Gang Leader Linked to Illegal Mine Tragedy That Claimed Dozens of Lives
“Extensive investigations and tracing operations are under way to find those officials who aided his escape between shaft 11 and the Stilfontein police holding cells,” their statement said. Police were widely condemned for the months-long operation, in which they cut off food and water in an attempt to force the miners out and arrest them. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said the state should not be held […]
RUA GOLD Reports Visible Gold and Antimony Intersections, Confirming High-Grade Gold Mineralization Continuity at Murray Creek
RUA GOLD intersects visible gold and antimony and confirms continuity of high-grade gold mineralization at Murray Creek – Rua Gold Rua Gold Inc. (TSXV: RUA, OTC: NZAUF, WKN: A40QYC) (“RUA GOLD” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update from the drilling campaign underway at the Reefton Project on the South Island of New […]
Could a Weak Canadian Dollar Lead to Increased Inflation?
As Donald Trump takes office in the US, the threat of punishing tariffs could ripple throughout the Canadian economy, including higher inflation. It’s not just the direct impact of a potential trade war, where Canada would tax US goods in retaliation. But also the secondary effects such as a continued decline in the Canadian dollar. […]
This Is Still Not Your Father’s Gold Market!
This is Still NOT Your Father’s Gold Market! Good morning Investors. For this weekend’s Your Money Today, as I posted late Friday to you, I have a new video/audio version of one of my most popular (if occasionally caustic!) Special Reports ever. RIGHT HERE you’ll find the latest jam-packed long-form episode on the theme, “This […]