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S&P 500 Snapshot: 50-Day MA Becomes A Pivot Point Amid February Volatility
The S&P 500 slipped back below its 50-day moving average to end the week, marking the index's seventh cross of the key trendline this February. The index finished the week with a loss of -0.4% and is now 1.43% off its all-time high from January 27, 2026.
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Colombia: Value, Votes, And A Venezuelan Tailwind
Despite recent strong momentum, Colombia is one of the cheapest emerging market countries and trades below 9x P/E with a strong ~7% dividend yield. Upcoming presidential elections in May present an opportunity for the country to return towards center-right leadership after four years of far-left control under the Petro administration.
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Drone warfare could mean investors need a new guidebook for this Iran conflict
Investors should brace for a U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran that could be complicated by drone warfare, according to Marko Papic, chief strategist at BCA Research.
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The Fallout Of U.S.-Iran Round Two
The recent escalation of U.S. and Iranian militaries has caused a closure of the Strait of Hormuz, halting oil shipments and leaving many questions. Oil prices could spike if the strait remains closed, but the U.S. economy and equities are relatively insulated from direct supply shocks.
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The U.S.-Iran War: Phase One
Operation Epic Fury started Phase One of the US-Iran war, where the mission is regime change in Iran. At this point, Phase One is benign for the financial markets, as the regional energy infrastructure is not targeted.
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Why the Iran Attack Proves Bonds Are Still a Safety Net
Treasuries have taken a lot of flak from Wall Street in recent years, because they stopped behaving like a safe haven. It's time to show some respect again.
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U.S. And Israel Attack Iran: I Warned You To Buy Oil ETFs
A major US-Israel coordinated attack on Iran is expected to drive short-term oil prices up 5-10%. I anticipate global equities to fall 1-2% and cryptocurrencies to drop 3-10% in the immediate aftermath of the conflict escalation.
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Operation Epic Fury: I Expect A Stock Market Relief Rally
Operation Epic Fury against Iran may not trigger worst-case scenarios for oil or markets if energy supplies remain stable. Initial Iranian retaliation appears limited; oil price spikes hinge on potential disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz or Kharg Island.
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Iran Strikes Could Make Fed Rate Cuts Even Less Likely
The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran Saturday may jolt oil markets on Sunday evening. They could also dim the odds of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.
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Iran Escalation Shock Triggers Risk-Off Move To USD And Gold, Oil, Defense And Aerospace Win
Major combat operations in Iran, coordinated with Israel, are intensifying risk-off sentiment across global markets, impacting equities, crypto, energy, and logistics. Oil companies like Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX) may benefit from higher oil prices, but gains depend on supply disruptions and infrastructure damage.
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Iran May Close the Strait of Hormuz. Why Shipping Stocks Would Benefit.
The U.S-Iran conflict could cause rates to rise, but shares of Frontline, DHT Holdings, and others have already rallied.
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The Debate About Prediction Markets Dates Back 500 Years
Prediction markets have never been bigger — or more controversial. On this episode of the Everybody's Business podcast, Stacey Vanek Smith and Max Chafkin sit down with Jacob Goldstein and Robert Smith of the Business History podcast to unpack how betting on real-world events went mainstream — and why platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are reshaping the way people trade on everything from politics to pop culture.
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There may be some value in the 'value stocks,' expert advises
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Investing In Brazil Through A Local Lens: Beyond The Bull Narrative
Brazilian equities (EWZ, FLBR) face a nuanced bull case driven by foreign capital inflows and anticipated interest rate cuts from 15% to 10.5% by 2027. Despite a 53% BRL rally in the Ibovespa, local investors remain cautious due to persistent fiscal risks, political uncertainty, and low equity risk premiums.
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Stanley Druckenmiller says this is how he'd build a portfolio from scratch right now
The legendary investor says he's been shifting his investment focus and AI is no longer playing a starring role.
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Markets' Reaction to Iran War Could Come Down to China
Geopolitical strategists are closely monitoring Beijing's reaction to the U.S. and Israel attack in Iran.
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Iran Escalation: Oil Shock, Gold Surge, Equity Risk
The Israeli-U.S. strike on Iran signals a major escalation, crossing a long-standing 'red line' and introducing heightened geopolitical risk to global markets. Disruption to Iran's 3.3 million bbl/day oil supply and the potential Strait of Hormuz chokepoint threaten oil prices, inflation, and economic growth.
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Market analysts react to US-Israel strikes on Iran
The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday, targeting its leadership and plunging the Middle East into a new conflict that President Donald Trump said would end a security threat and give Iranians a chance to topple their rulers.
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February Non-Farm Payrolls Report Preview: Labor Market Stability Is Now Crucial
Labor market appears to be sluggish, although there are some signs of improvement, like the recent creation of construction and temp jobs. Given the current macro situation, it's an imperative that labor market remains stable, specifically referring to an unfolding private credit crisis.
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How US-Iran tensions could shape world markets
The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday, targeting its leadership and plunging the Middle East into a new conflict that President Donald Trump said would end a security threat and give Iranians a chance to topple their rulers.
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