Gold (XAU/USD) Pulls Back from New All-Time Highs, Bulls Continue to Dominate
Gold (XAU/USD) Retreats From Fresh All-Time Highs, Bulls Remain in Control Most Read: Global Market Outlook 2025: Trends, Risks, and Opportunities for Traders Risk aversion persisted in the markets today, as the end of February draws to a close. The risk aversion tone is a result of the ongoing uncertainty of US trade and tariff […]
Positive Study for Low-Cost, Low-Carbon Nickel Sulphate Refinery
FPX Nickel Corp. announced a positive Awaruite Refinery Scoping Study, highlighting a profitable case for developing a standalone refinery to convert awaruite concentrate into battery-grade nickel sulphate for the EV industry. The study, prepared by Wood Canada, reveals significant financial metrics, including an after-tax NPV of $445 million and an IRR of 20%. The refinery […]
My Game Plan for This Week in the Stock Market Following Friday’s Significant Sell-Off
Here’s my strategy for the stock market this week after Friday’s brutal sell-off People love to talk about the straw that broke the camel’s back. I think an anvil broke the bull market’s back last week. A straw would never have done it because, until last week, I didn’t see a lot on the back […]
Weekly Market Outlook: Spotlight on US PCE, Japanese Inflation, and Tariff Developments
Markets Weekly Outlook – US PCE, Japanese Inflation & Tariffs in Focus Read More: Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Holds Above $95k but Faces Significant Resistance Ahead Week in Review: Tariff Chatter Continues to Drive Market Moves Markets had another interesting week as US President Donald Trump pledged more tariffs ahead. A potential peace deal appears to be […]
Manulife Earnings: Stock Jumps 7% Following…
Key Morningstar Metrics for Manulife Financial What We Thought of Manulife Financial’s Earnings Manulife Financial MFC posted impressive numbers, surprising on the upside in both profitability and growth. They reported core earnings of C$1.90 billion, or C$1.03 per share, in the fourth quarter, up 9% compared with the previous year. Adjusted return on equity was […]
German Stocks Rise Sharply Ahead of Federal Election
The German equity market has been hitting one record after the other as the nation approaches its federal election on Feb. 23, fueled by a combination of political anticipation, strong corporate earnings, and the hope for peace talks in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The market’s composition, with its heavy weighting toward industrial and tech firms, has […]
As Yields Decline, Where Should ETF Investors Focus for…
After several years of high interest rates, Canadian investors are facing less lucrative yields and having to take on more risk to generate more income. Where is that secure money going, and where can it go? Yields above 5%, infinitesimal risk, and money mobility encouraged investors to move funds into short-term fixed-income products like high-interest […]
Umicore Faces Criticism Over Capital Expenditure
Umicore draws capex flak During a recent quarterly results call, Chetan Udeshi, an analyst at JP Morgan, delivered a candid assessment of Umicore’s battery materials division, stating, “Your EBITDA in this business is zero. Last year was zero.” This straightforward critique underscores the ongoing challenges facing Umicore in a sector crucial to the global shift […]
Brent Oil Price Outlook: Analyzing Supply Worries and Technical Trends
Brent Oil Price Forecast: Supply Concerns and Technical Analysis Most Read: S&P 500 Records All-Time Highs Led by Chipmakers, Dow Jones (DJIA) Seesaw Continues Brent crude prices had a poor finish on Wednesday but still recorded its third consecutive day of gains as supply fears persist. Supply fears around Russia continue to persist following a […]
Abaxx Exchange in Singapore to Introduce Gold Futures Amid Rising Metal Prices
Stock image. Singapore’s Abaxx Exchange plans to introduce gold futures in the coming months, with prices setting fresh records this year as traders grapple with disruptions in key bullion hubs and increased haven demand. The contracts — which will be physically deliverable in the Southeast Asian city-state — will seek to connect futures and physical […]