Could Apple’s Upcoming Releases be the Missing Pieces to a $4 Trillion Company?
Apple (AAPL) always stirs up commotion when a new product release is teased. But this week, news of the Apple Vision Pro sent shock waves throughout the tech world. And with the upcoming iPhone 15 in just a few months, some analysts suspect the company is rapidly approaching a $4 trillion valuation. Research firm Wedbush’s Dan Ives backs this [...]
Student Loan Restart Could Weaken Target’s Sales – Plus, 3 Other Issues to Make Matters Worse
Just a few weeks ago we talked about the backlash Target (TGT) faced as a result of their LGBTQ+ friendly line - and the subsequent pulling of that line from the shelves. And now, it’s becoming more apparent that the retailer faces another headwind on the horizon. As the student loan restart is scheduled for September 1st, analysts fear [...]
Modine Manufacturing Approaching All-Time High After Earnings Report — Can It Go Higher from Here?
by Leslie N. Masonson, MBA Modine Manufacturing Company (MOD:NYSE), an old-line diversified global leader in heat-transfer systems and components company incorporated in Racine, Wisconsin in 1916, may be on the brink of finally breaking out to a new all-time high. On November 18, 1998, almost twenty-five years ago, it closed at $36.63 before enduring trials and tribulations while the [...]
Palo Alto Networks is up 5% Before Joining the S&P 500 Index: Does it Deserve a Spot in Your Portfolio?
Monday morning’s trading session saw a big boost in Palo Alto Networks stock (PANW). The company is just a few short weeks away from joining the ranks of the S&P 500 index. And as a result, the stock is up 5% so far today. The cybersecurity company is set to replace Dish on June 19th. Every quarter, the S&P [...]
ETF Basics – What You Need to Know
By Leslie N. Masonson, MBA On January 22, 1993, a groundbreaking development unfolded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX): the first U.S.-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) made its debut. This financial innovation, introduced by the State Street Global Advisors, bore the name SPDR® S&P 500 ETF with the ticker symbol SPY. It boasted a unique characteristic, comprising a diversified basket [...]
Does Market Timing Work? Historical Data to Back it Up
The world of investing is fraught with debates, and perhaps one of the most contentious is the practice of market timing. Market timing is as divisive as it is intriguing. It’s a method that some investors swear by while others vehemently dismiss. The allure of profiting from correctly predicting market fluctuations is undeniable. Yet, the fear of incorrectly calling the [...]