Target Drops Amidst LGBTQ+ Line Backlash: We See 2 Other Issues With This Stock, Though
Target (TGT) has been battling serious backlash in recent weeks after shoppers took offense to their “tuck-friendly” swimsuits and a “the Devil Respects Pronouns” shirt. These products were designed for the transgender community and were part of a larger Pride line that hit shelves not too long ago. Critics claimed that these products shouldn’t be sold to children - [...]
Are ETFs for You? Find Out in Our New Blog Series Covering Exchange-Traded Funds from All Angles
By Leslie N. Masonson, MBA Two of the most significant events in the investment world over the past century, which have had a positive impact on everyday investors, were the introduction of the first mutual fund, MFS Massachusetts Investors Fund, in 1924, and the launch of the first exchange-traded fund (ETF), SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), on January [...]
Broadcom Stock Gets a Lift on Apple Chip Deal: 3 Reasons Investors Should Pay Attention to AVGO
This morning, Apple (AAPL) and Broadcom (AVGO) announced a multibillion-dollar deal between the two companies. Apple will rely on Broadcom to produce its 5G radio frequency components right here in the US. In 2021, Apple announced its intention to invest $430 billion in the U.S. economy, amidst backlash of overseas production. CEO Tim Cook says this deal represents a [...]
Should Berkshire Hathaway Be In Your Portfolio?
By Leslie N. Masonson, MBA Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Class B (BRKB: NYSE), based in Omaha, NE, and incorporated in 1998 is presided over by the world-renowned stock sage Warren Buffet (94), also known as the “Oracle of Omaha” and his young 99-year-old sidekick Charlie Munger. The company held its 2023 Annual Meeting on May 6 with approximately 40,000 shareholders [...]
John Deere (DE) Shines Once Again in 1st Quarter Earnings, So Why Did the Stock Drop?
On Friday, John Deere (DE) reported fiscal 2nd quarter earnings that came in well above analyst expectations. And yet, the stock closed lower than it opened at. And so far in Monday’s trading session, DE is picking up where it left off - heading down lower and lower. The company has only failed to surpass consensus EPS estimates once [...]
What is Market Timing Strategy?
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had the ability to consistently enter a position as asset prices were appreciating and then get out right before they started falling back down? While many scoff at this idea - claiming you can’t time the market - it’s entirely possible. This is known as the market timing strategy. But what is market timing, [...]
