Tag: Inflation

Central banks worldwide raise borrowing costs, driving up interest rates. Short sellers bet over $1tn against US stocks while Goldman Sachs names 50 top-performing stocks. Warren Buffett donates $5bn in charity shares.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns inflation is high, and interest rates could rise soon. The Fed needs to balance keeping the economy stable while cooling inflation. Goldman Sachs advises investors to consider hedging for a potential recession.

Learn how rising tech and AI stocks are saving equity markets from the impact of inflation and how emotional trading can impact investment decisions.

Market strategists suggest that the recent stock market rally may not be over yet, with potential for more gains. Economic data and lower inflation have been driving the uptrend, while investor positioning remains largely conservative. Strong starts to the year often lead to above-average returns, according to analysts, with high-quality bonds and small- and mid-cap equities presenting attractive opportunities. Investors should be wary of possible risks, but a market crash is not expected.

The U.S. stock market has rebounded after 15 tumultuous months and experts suggest 30 promising stocks immune to inflation. Tesla is a top AI bet and value stocks may outperform in the imminent recession. However, Moscow's seizure legislation and Bitcoin dip cause concern.