While the recent rally has been broad-based across all segments, the technology sector has been at the forefront. Thus, here is a quick look at various ETFs in the technology sector to consider.
While US stock markets have posted significant gains since April 8, we are not out of the woods as far as market volatility is concerned. In such an environment, the Value Line Larger Companies Focused Fund may look appealing.
Here is a short look at the 7 largest companies by market capitalization as of Saturday, May 10, 2025. Additionally, I have included the percentages of their gains on a year-to-date basis. Let's dive into the numbers.
Alpha has always been elusive. Often, when found, the trade gets very crowded, the inefficiencies and edges get rinsed out, and beta enters the room. This can take decades, and while the opportunity never goes away, it certainly moves lower.
In a recent cybersecurity incident, a significant data breach at a human resources firm has exposed the personal information of hundreds of thousands of Americans, increasing their vulnerability to identity theft and fraud.
The highlights for the week ahead include what is expected to be little-changed US CPI readings, Japan and the UK's first estimates of Q1 25 GDP, the UK and Australia's latest employment report, and a 50 bp rate cut by the central bank of Mexico.
