Welcome to another installment of “How to Invest While the World Burns.” If you’ve glanced at a headline lately, or accidentally made eye contact with your 401(k), you know we’re living in an age of economic performance art. Amid Beltway buffoonery, mercurial trade policies, and worsening fears of recession, investor confidence is hanging by a thread…and that thread is fraying…
Utilities, such as electricity, water, and natural gas companies, are essential services that people rely on regardless of economic conditions. This leads to stable demand for their products, ensuring steady revenue generation. Since utilities typically operate under regulatory frameworks that allow them to pass costs onto consumers, their cash flows are often both predictable and resilient, even during periods of…
The phrase “dumping U.S. debt” might sound like a political slogan, but its implications are deeply economic. It puts upward pressure on interest rates, tightens financial conditions, and can alter the trajectory of the broader economy. For investors, understanding the mechanics of this process is key to navigating an increasingly complex global landscape. You don’t have to be a bond…
Let’s face it: volatility is back, baby. And it’s louder, meaner, and more erratic than ever. Stocks are soaring one day and plunging the next, amid chaotic tariff pronouncements, rising geopolitical tensions, and the growing buzz that a recession is just around the corner. However, before you renounce capitalism and move to a hut in Patagonia, I’ve got a better…
As recession fears loom and political instability rises, investor sentiment has turned grim. Last week’s massive plunges in global markets might be just the beginning. When the stock market suffers a major sell-off for whatever reason, it’s tempting to freeze, panic, or simply look the other way. But that’s the moment when disciplined investors can actually strengthen their portfolios. One…
The stock market is often perceived as a rational machine, responding directly to fundamental economic changes. However, short-term market movements are largely driven by perception, sentiment, and expectations rather than actual economic shifts. This reality has been on full display in recent weeks as Donald Trump’s tariff threats have sent markets into a tailspin, despite no immediate changes in corporate…
For many retirees, the challenge isn’t just having enough money at retirement—it’s making sure that money continues to work for them long after the paychecks stop. That’s where passive income comes in. By building a portfolio of income-generating assets, you can create financial stability and flexibility throughout retirement. Let’s explore four of the most effective passive income sources for retirees:…
Trade wars are the equivalent of clobbering your own head with a hammer or poking yourself in the eye. U.S. economic policy these days seems to be the brainchild of The Three Stooges. While politicians bluster about “winning” these battles, investors are left scrambling for cover as markets seize up, prices soar, and businesses suffocate under the weight of tariffs.…
Inflation erodes purchasing power, making it harder to maintain your lifestyle over time. Whether you’re planning for retirement or managing daily expenses, finding ways to preserve and grow your wealth without excessive risk is critical. While some investors turn to high-risk assets for inflation protection, there are safer, more strategic ways to hedge against rising prices. Here’s how to beat…
The mood in markets is dimming as economic growth slows, inflation persists, and market volatility worsens. What does this mean for you, the individual investor? It means opportunity if you know where to look. Don’t run for the hills; implement the following playbook instead. Even during the darkest times, you should always stay invested. Now, it would be easy to tell…