Category: Stock Market
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Why China’s Economy Will Implode: A Look at the Hidden Risks
in Stock MarketAdmiring China’s Economic Growth For the past 10 years, I admired China’s rapid economic growth with great interest. I was convinced it would be a formidable challenger to the economic superiority of the U.S. However, over the past 12 months, I have changed my mind. China’s Global Advancements If you follow economic news, you might…
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Elon Musk and Starlink, Masters of the Universe
in Stock MarketThis week United Airlines and Air France, announced that it will offer free Wi-Fi on every plane, joining Qatar and Hawaiian Airlines. Very soon, Wi-Fi will be a staple in every major airline in the world. This is in addition to many cruise ship companies and hundreds of private yacht and commercial boats already using…
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One Industry That Will Outperform in 2025: Utilities
in Stock MarketWhat do artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, and electric vehicles have in common? They all consume an enormous amount of electricity. Companies in the AI, crypto, and EV sectors will struggle to secure enough electricity to maintain normal operations. Electricity demand is so high that Microsoft is considering building a nuclear plant to meet its own power…
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From Steel to Silicon: How the U.S. Is Losing Ground in Traditional Industries
in Stock MarketJapanese steelmaker Nippon Steel attempted to acquire U.S. Steel in December 2023. Investors were optimistic, but politicians and union members were less enthusiastic. Politicians voiced concerns about keeping U.S. Steel under American ownership. At the same time, union members expressed unease, fearing that a foreign acquisition might impose stricter labor requirements on them. There’s a…
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Why Passive Investing Feels Wrong but Is Actually Right for Your Portfolio
in Stock MarketAt one point in my life, I worked as a financial advisor. Supposedly my job was to help people manage their finances, offer advice on investments, and guide them toward financial security. However, it didn’t take long for me to realize that the financial industry was heavily tilted in favor of institutions and advisors—leaving the…
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What Is the Next Economic Megatrend?
in Stock MarketThroughout history, several major economic trends have shaped the world. These include: Agricultural Revolution (~10,000 BCE): The transition from hunter-gatherer societies to settled agricultural communities, leading to the rise of the first civilizations. Invention of the Printing Press (1440s): By Johannes Gutenberg¹, revolutionized communication and spreading knowledge, which fueled the Renaissance² and the Protestant Reformation³.…