Investor concerns over the recent underperformance of technology stocks have raised questions about concentration risk and the broader market. Strong returns among artificial intelligence stocks have supported portfolios over the past few years. At the same time, they have raised questions about the sustainability of the market rally. Concerns for tech stocks primarily include concentration…
Here follow perspectives on the market given a nervous start to 2025 to help set expectations for your investment portfolio. Concerns About the Stock Market in 2025 The stock market has struggled in recent weeks as concerns have grown around interest rates, market valuations, the direction of the economy, and more. Some industry sectors, like…
How familiar are you with Preferred Stock? Preferred stock is a class of securities that is often overlooked by investors. It deserves consideration because preferreds have the characteristics of both fixed-income and equity securities. Preferred Stock in a Traditional Corporate Capital Structure In the capital structure, preferred stock is junior to company debt (bonds) but…
As a serious investor, you regularly weigh risk and return as you consider what to invest in, what to divest, and how to react to market news and attempts to manage economic forces. In this article, you’ll get a taste of the market’s response to pain, higher short-term interest rates, and falling bond prices. >>…
