2025 is marking a pivotal shift in the technology landscape, as the sector's performance begins to broaden significantly beyond the concentrated gains of the "Magnificent 7" mega-cap stocks – Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), and Tesla (NASDAQ:
The U.S. financial markets remain the largest and most liquid in the world, attracting investors from every corner of the globe. From equities and ETFs to futures and options, the United States offers unparalleled access to capital markets. But for international investors, participating in these markets isn’t always straightforward. Opening a U.S. brokerage account, navigating tax rules, and ensuring compliance can present real barriers.
Gold ETFs are in the spotlight as Fed rate cut bets, a weaker dollar, and rising inflation expectations boost demand. Top picks include GLD, IAU, and GLDM.
The global financial markets are currently navigating a tempest of elevated volatility and profound uncertainty, a landscape that has become the new normal for investors worldwide. From persistent geopolitical tensions to unpredictable policy shifts and evolving macroeconomic conditions, the confluence of these factors demands a re-evaluation of traditional investment strategies.
The United States stock market finds itself at a precarious crossroads, with valuations for mega-cap technology and growth stocks reaching unprecedented, historic highs. This extraordinary rally, largely propelled by a concentrated group of tech behemoths, has ignited a fervent debate among investors and analysts: are these valuations sustainable, or do
Shares of devSecOps platform provider GitLab (NASDAQ:GTLB) jumped 5.4% in the morning session after the stock experienced an unusually large volume of bullish options trading.
Shares of database platform company MongoDB (NASDAQ:MDB) jumped 33.2% in the morning session after the company reported impressive second-quarter 2025 results that significantly surpassed analyst expectations.
China-focused ETFs gain momentum as trade talks and a weaker USD shift investor sentiment. KWEB ETF up 30% YTD. KraneShares sees potential for growth in China's new economy industries and offers thematic funds like KWEB, KARS, and more. Other options include FXI, GXC, and CHIQ. China's policies fuel the trend.
MongoDB is well-positioned for the burgeoning AI app boom and is likely to accelerate growth over the next few quarters; this stock can rise by another 50%.
With Cook resisting the move, the immediate onus is on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, as he has the obligation and right to ask the Trump administration, “Show me the legal basis for this action,” Krugman said.
The current financial market is witnessing a stark divergence in sector performance, painting a complex picture for investors and the broader economy. While the technology sector, particularly its AI-driven segments, continues its meteoric rise, alongside robust showings from Utilities and Financials, other traditionally stable sectors like Healthcare, Energy, and Industrials
As Trump moves to block new permits for wind and solar projects, renewables—which were enjoying a strong year—will likely pull back. But opportunities remain.
ETFs with large Alphabet weightings provide exposure to AI, cloud computing, and more. FCOM, VOX, and XLC are in the spotlight. Alphabet is solidifying its position in several growth trends.
