Description: We continue to watch the TSX rally and outperform its global peers. However, our featured guest believes that geopolitical tensions could play a factor in slowdown to global growth. Joining us is Kurt Reiman, Senior Strategist for North America at BlackRock. Source: BNNBloomberg.ca – video report Date: Mar 23, 2022 Link: https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/investing/video/the-tsx-is-a-destination-that-s-preferential-blackrock-senior-strategist%7E2407964 Questions for… Read more »
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The 8 worst-performing S&P 500 stocks with the highest ratings are expected to rebound by more than 50% over the next year
Description: Investors don’t need to be told that stocks have been volatile. There’s a market of extremes as Russia’s war in Ukraine continues and investors wait to see what the Federal Open Market Committee does with interest-rate policy March 16. Below is a list of eight stocks in the S&P 500 SPX, that have dropped at least… Read more »
Panic Selling Grips Chinese Stocks in Biggest Plunge Since 2008
Description: (Bloomberg) — Chinese stocks listed in Hong Kong had their worst day since the global financial crisis, as concerns over Beijing’s close relationship with Russia and renewed regulatory risks sparked panic selling. Source: Yahoo.Finance.com/Bloomberg.com Date: Mar 14, 2022 Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/china-tech-rout-deepens-amid-020459021.html Questions for discussion: What are the reasons for the panic? How should investors deal… Read more »
‘Glory days ahead’ for Canadian oilfield services stocks: BMO
Description: BMO Capital Markets has raised its price targets on a number of Canadian oilfield services companies as North American drilling activity ramps up. Source: BNNBloomberg.ca – video report Date: Mar 15, 2022 Link: https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/glory-days-ahead-for-canadian-oilfield-services-stocks-bmo-1.1737545 Questions for discussion: What does the report say about the changes taking place in the industry? Do you agree? What… Read more »
Amazon Split Its Stock 20-for-1 — and That’s Not Even the Best Reason to Buy the Stock
Description: On Wednesday, March 9, Amazon (AMZN) dropped a bombshell: For the first time since September 1999, the first time this century — the first time this millennium — Amazon will split its stock. Source: Yahoo.Finance.com Date: Mar 11, 2022 Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/amazon-split-stock-20-1-200632034.html Questions for discussion: What does the report say are the reasons for buying Amazon now?… Read more »
Opinion: Short-sellers are scarce and that’s some of the best news the stock market’s had lately
Description: Solid reason to be bullish about U.S. stocks in the year ahead Source: MarketWatch.com Date: Mar 11, 2022 Link: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/short-sellers-are-scarce-and-thats-some-of-the-best-news-the-stock-markets-had-lately-11646993331?mod=home-page Questions for discussion: Why is there reason for optimism that stock markets will rise this year, according to the analysis presented? Do you agree with this interpretation?
Bed Bath & Beyond shares surge after GameStop chairman reveals big stake, pushes turnaround
Description: Bed Bath & Beyond surged over 50% Monday morning after GameStop Chairman Ryan Cohen revealed he had a nearly 10% stake in the retailer, through his investment company RC Ventures. Source: CNBC.com – video report Date: Mar 07, 2022 Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/07/bed-bath-beyond-shares-surge-after-gamestop-chairman-reveals-big-stake.html Questions for discussion: Explain the dramatic jump in the company stock price. What would you advise… Read more »
Why U.S. private equity is setting its sights on Canada
Description: Data shows there is a growing amount of private money from south of the border flowing into Canadian businesses. Source: BNNBloomberg.ca – video report Date: Mar 04, 2022 Link: https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/why-u-s-private-equity-is-setting-its-sights-on-canada-1.1732446 Questions for discussion: What is the explanation for more American investment flowing into Canada? What else is different and why? What does this mean… Read more »
Watch out for the ‘angry U.S. consumer’ as Russian invasion of Ukraine threatens America’s fight against inflation
Description: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Thursday had U.S. investors focused on the cost of food and energy in America, and the likely implications for financial markets. Source: MarketWatch.com Date: Feb 25, 2022 Link: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/watch-out-for-the-angry-u-s-consumer-as-russian-invasion-of-ukraine-threatens-americas-fight-against-inflation-11645754908?siteid=yhoof2 Questions for discussion: How has the conflict affected inflationary pressures? How is the Fed likely to respond to these conditions?… Read more »
Why megacap stocks rallied after Russia invaded Ukraine
Description: As Russia launches a war against Ukraine, the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) — down more than 3% at Thursday’s open — mounted a furious comeback, with megacap stocks Microsoft (MSFT) and Alphabet (GOOGL, GOOG) doing much of the heavy lifting. Source: Yahoo.Finance.com Date: Feb 24, 2022 Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-megacap-stocks-rallied-after-russia-invaded-ukraine-214142370.html Questions for discussion: Why did these stocks rally after… Read more »
