Welcome to The Market’s Compass Emerging Market’s Country ETF Study, Week #512. As always, it highlights the technical changes of the 20 EM Country ETFs that I track on a weekly basis and publish every third week. Paid subscribers will receive this week’s unabridged Emerging Market’s Country ETF Study sent to their registered e-mail. Free … Read more
The Transcend team recently travelled to Sofia in Bulgaria for our annual strategy meeting. We spent a couple of days exploring Sofia, team member Dimitar’s home capital. This included a fascinating tour of sights linked to the communist era, together with a few bars and restaurants. In our strategy session we discussed the past year at … Read more
Norwegian Cruise Line is betting on more. With its new brand positioning, MORE, the cruise line has set out to elevate the cruise experience for its passengers by giving them more premium inclusions and value in their cruise vacations. As of Oct. 1, any Norwegian cruise reservation for a 3+ day sailing Jan. 1, 2025 … Read more
Knowing when to diversify company assets is crucial to a successful business strategy. Embarking on the journey of business ownership requires not just passion but also strategic foresight. In this article, Simon R. Barth, from ONEtoONE Corporate Finance Colombia, unravels the Rule of 130–an indispensable compass for entrepreneurs. Join us in exploring when and why … Read more
September 27, 2024 by Mark Ferguson In this post, I’ll dive into the state of the housing market. We’ll analyze trends in interest rates, housing inventory, and inflation, exploring how these factors interact and impact both buyers and sellers. While no one has a crystal ball, I’ll review the latest insights and provide my best … Read more
Stocks rose Friday, as stronger-than-expected jobs data spurred investor enthusiasm about the economy. A strong economy means strong earnings, which means rising share prices. Non-farm payrolls rose 254,000 in September, up from 159,000 in August. And the unemployment rate dipped to 4.1% from 4.2%. Don’t miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet’s free daily newsletter The … Read more
I have spent the last week reading “Shoe Dog”, Phil Knight’s memoir of how a runner on the Oregon University track team built one of the great shoe companies in the world, in Nike. In addition to its entertainment value, and it is a fun book to read, I read it for two … Read more
Fast-food restaurant chains face several challenges to overcome and stay in business. Competition among chains, whether they are burger, pizza, or chicken restaurants, has been fierce for decades. The Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 brought new challenges as restaurants needed to adjust to a new business model, often closing their dining rooms and transitioning to all-take-out, … Read more
Located amongst the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, Denver, CO, often steals the spotlight with its well-known attractions like the Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the Denver Art Museum. Beyond these iconic landmarks, you’ll find a plethora of unique experiences that truly showcase the city’s culture and spirit. From charming local shops to off-the-beaten-path adventures, … Read more
Michael Jordan is known as one of the most iconic and greatest basketball players in NBA history, having won six NBA championships, two Olympic gold medals, and five MVP titles and three All-Star MVPs. The successful NBA player has a net worth of around $3.5 billion, making him one of the wealthiest former athletes in … Read more