Category: Business and Finance

As the U.S. economy edges into the second half of 2025, all eyes were on the June Nonfarm Payrolls Report, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on July 3. With inflation cooling modestly and interest rate cuts still up for debate, this jobs report serves as a vital barometer for economic resilience. Employers…

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As inflation concerns linger, interest rate decisions loom, and global economic uncertainty continues to simmer, investors are eyeing one asset with renewed curiosity—silver. The precious metal, often overshadowed by its glitzier counterpart, gold, is making headlines once again. Financial analysts, precious metal strategists, and even vocal market commentators like Robert Kiyosaki have forecast a potential…

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Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC), commonly abbreviated in Wall Street shorthand as BofA, sits at the nexus of consumer banking, investment services, and macro‑economic currents. In 2025, its share price has seesawed on changing expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, consumer credit health, and shifting regulatory winds. Macro Backdrop—Why Rate Cuts Matter for B‑of‑A…

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Alliance Bernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) continues to draw attention in 2025 as a dividend-heavy, asset-management-focused investment. With a historically strong yield and a reputation for sound institutional investing, the stock remains a staple in income-oriented portfolios. But with market volatility, rising competition in wealth management, and evolving macroeconomic headwinds, investors are asking: Is AB…

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The U.S. Federal Reserve is once again at a crossroads. As the economy walks a tightrope between inflation concerns and slowing growth, internal divisions within the central bank are surfacing with renewed intensity. Prominent officials like Governor Michelle Bowman and Governor Christopher Waller have voiced support for a July interest rate cut, while others advocate…

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Economists warned for years that the post‑pandemic economy might stall into a rare, painful mix of stagnant growth and stubborn inflation. By mid‑2025, data points—including two consecutive quarters of sub‑1 % GDP growth and core CPI still hovering near 4 %—suggest that dreaded word is no longer hypothetical: stagflation. What Exactly Is Stagflation? Definition and Origins Coined…

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Kyndryl Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KD) emerged from IBM’s managed‑infrastructure services division in late 2023. After a rocky debut, 2025 may prove pivotal. With fresh leadership, AI‑infused contracts, and aggressive debt management, stocks KD have quietly climbed off 52‑week lows—but are investors witnessing a genuine turnaround or just a bear‑market bounce? Kyndryl at a Glance—2025 Snapshot…

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Since the pandemic rocked international travel, United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) has had to navigate both tailwinds and turbulence. Investors question whether UAL stocks can continue to rise as we soar through 2025, or if fresh market challenges may force a decline. In order to decide whether United is a buy, hold, or sell,…

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With its distinctive brand identity, youth-focused fashion, and reasonably priced denim, American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (NYSE: AEO) has long been a mainstay of American mall culture. However, investors are posing a crucial query as the retail scene in 2025 continues to change toward fast fashion, e-commerce, and AI-driven consumer data: Has the brand peaked, or…

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