Stocks

Powell Talks Stablecoins, Tariffs, And Why Fed Is In No Hurry To Cut Rates
Key Points Powell testified before the Senate in the Fed Chair’s semiannual address to Congress. Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell testified on the state of monetary policy Tuesday in his semiannual Monetary Policy Report. In his nearly 2.5-hour testimony, Powell was peppered with questions from members of the Senate Banking Committee, but the primary focus was […]

Will Trump Be Satisfied With Powell’s “Wait And See?”
The Fed holds rates steady … Trump tariffs are the big unknown today … more DeepSeek analysis from Louis Navellier … good news on the 10-year Treasury yield Wednesday, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at the current target rate of 4.25% – 4.50%. This was widely expected. Going into the meeting, traders put […]

Stocks Tumble As China-Based DeepSeek’s Latest AI Model Threatens U.S. Technology
DeepSeek has overtaken ChatGPT as the highest-rated free application on the Apple App Store U.S. stock traders took a decidedly risk-off turn early Monday morning, sending the NASDAQ 100 (NDX) down 4% and the S&P 500 (SPX) 2.5% lower over concerns that Chinese start-up DeepSeek will upend American artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Founded in 2023, DeepSeek develops open-source AI […]
ETFs

Top Crypto ETFs Offering 19% To 42% Yields
About a year ago, the SEC authorized the first Bitcoin ETFs. The early ETFs tracked the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies such as Ether. Another approach was to form ETFs that invest in companies involved in the cryptocurrency universe. The newest iteration of crypto ETFs are funds (now two of them) that use covered […]

How Covered Call ETFs Can Supercharge Your Passive Income
Covered call ETFs are an amazing investment tool. With just one trade, you can supercharge your passive income. These ETFs are best for near-retirees, active investors, and anyone looking to increase the passive income in their portfolio. How do they do it? Covered call ETFs purchase a basket of stocks (Each ETF has a different […]

How AI Will Change U.S. Infrastructure Forever
Recently, the AI discussion has taken a turn with the realization that the production of advanced AI chips and the building of massive data centers to house those chips will dramatically increase the amount of electric power needed in the U.S. A recent forecast change by Georgia Power illustrates how much power demand will grow […]
Dividend Stocks

7 Wonderfully-Sleepy Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 14.1%
Worried about the next round of tariffs? Tech disruption from DeepSeek? The geopolitical landscape? All of the above? Fret not my contrarian friend—here are seven wonderfully-sleepy dividend stocks. They yield between 5% and 14.1% and we are discussing them today because all seven boast low betas. This means these shares move less than the overall market. An […]

Trump 2.0: A Tale Of 2 Stock Markets?
How are we feeling about the stock market, my fellow contrarian? More importantly, should we have an opinion on the market-at-large at all? I don’t think so. Trump 2.0 will create a “market barbell” of big winners and sad losers. Let’s focus on the dividend payers that will be propelled higher—and step over the laggards. There are some dandy dividends […]

These Misunderstood 8.7% Yielders Are Top Buys For 2025
The thing most people love about closed-end funds (CEFs) is, well, pretty straightforward: the dividends! With these income plays kicking out average yields of 8.7%, they really can go a long way to helping us secure a safe retirement. Beyond that, though, there are many other reasons why CEFs should be in your portfolio. Access to a […]
Commodities

Top Stocks Set To Win In The Natural Gas Boom
As I work with a minus-14-degree wind chill outside, my thoughts often turn to natural gas. Four weeks ago, natural gas traded for $2.00. In mid-December, it’s at $3.37, up 68% over the last four months. While trading natural gas futures is not a good idea for anyone but professional traders, investing in upstream energy […]

AI Stabs Renewable Energy In The Heart
A funny thing happened on the path to massive expansion of wind and solar energy production. That thing is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI needs massive data centers, which need 99.99999% reliable electric power around the clock. By their very nature, wind and solar power are not reliable enough to provide power 100% of the time. […]

How To Make A 22% Yield From Rising Silver Prices
Precious metals—specifically, gold and silver—are having an excellent year. Gold is trading near record highs, and silver is at levels it hasn’t seen for over a decade. Since my strategies focus on income-paying investments, a silver-focused covered call fund gives the best of both worlds. Earlier this year, we launched the first of our high-yield ETF […]
Real Estate

Own Your Slice Of Cash Generating Passive Investments
Does generating passive income on some of the world’s greatest assets sound appealing? I’m excited to share a game-changing concept revolutionizing the investment world: fractional investing. Imagine owning a piece of a cash-flowing rental property in a hot in, demand city, a vacation home in the mountains generating rentals, or even a share of a private, cash-flowing […]

Navigating The Land Buying Process: Essential Steps For Prospective Buyers
It’s a dream come true for many people – owning a piece of land to call your own. Whether it’s for building a home, starting a farm, or using it as an investment, buying land can be a rewarding experience. Buying vacant land follows a similar process as buying a house. The finances, legalities, and […]

Really Rich REITs: 7 Massive Yields Up To 15%
Select real estate may be the income investing play for 2024. As I write, seven real estate investment trusts (REITs) are dishing dividends from 8.7% all the way up to 15.4%. These REITs—and their ilk—are literally designed to deliver dividends. That’s how Congress wrote the rules when they legislated these real estate investments into existence back in […]
Personal Finance

10 Financial Habits You Can Adopt To Avoid Credit Card Debt
Credit cards are a great tool for covering daily expenses and making major purchases. However, if not used properly, they can lead to increased debt and financial distress. Here are a few smart habits to adopt to stay out of credit card debt and achieve financial freedom. 1. Understand How Credit Card Interest Works Credit card […]

Retirement And Tax Changes For 2025
In this week’s Tuesday Tip video, learn about key retirement and tax changes for 2025, including tax brackets, contributions, and Social Security updates. Please watch the video below to learn more. As we start a new year, it’s important to consider retirement and tax changes for 2025, and what they are. So, let’s review the […]

The Ultimate Guide To Passive Income Investing For Adults Over 30
After 30, you’re not just “adulting” anymore—you’re managing your life like it’s a Fortune 500 company, complete with budgets, board meetings (a.k.a. family discussions), and spreadsheets of responsibilities. It’s no wonder passive income investing starts to sound like the golden ticket to escape the hamster wheel. But how do you actually do it? And more importantly, […]
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Powell Talks Stablecoins, Tariffs, And Why Fed Is In No Hurry To Cut Rates
Key Points Powell testified before the Senate in the Fed Chair’s semiannual address to Congress. Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell testified on the state of monetary policy Tuesday in his semiannual Monetary Policy Report. In his nearly 2.5-hour testimony, Powell was peppered with questions from members of the Senate Banking Committee, but the primary focus was […]

7 Wonderfully-Sleepy Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 14.1%
Worried about the next round of tariffs? Tech disruption from DeepSeek? The geopolitical landscape? All of the above? Fret not my contrarian friend—here are seven wonderfully-sleepy dividend stocks. They yield between 5% and 14.1% and we are discussing them today because all seven boast low betas. This means these shares move less than the overall market. An […]

Top Crypto ETFs Offering 19% To 42% Yields
About a year ago, the SEC authorized the first Bitcoin ETFs. The early ETFs tracked the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies such as Ether. Another approach was to form ETFs that invest in companies involved in the cryptocurrency universe. The newest iteration of crypto ETFs are funds (now two of them) that use covered […]