In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the current state of the financial markets, focusing on recent market corrections, particularly in AI and GPT sectors, which he views as necessary adjustments rather than fundamental shifts.

Real US retail sales fell in October after missing expectations, showing that consumer spending growth weakened once price effects are accounted for—suggesting softer demand amid broader economic cooling.

Ford and SK On formally ended their partnership last week. Ford will take full ownership of the Kentucky plants, while SK On will run a nearly completed Tennessee facility focused on similar energy-storage products.

The USD/JPY pair rises to around 155.60 during the early Asian session on Thursday. The US Dollar edges higher against the Japanese Yen on the cautious comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller.

The market thinks cheap gas is a win. Smart money sees recession written in crude. You need to know how to take advantage of this.

Gold and silver are moving higher in a flight to safety, with silver showing a particularly powerful bullishness driven, it seems, by a short squeeze on physical supply. VIX ticked higher.

The race to deploy AI as fast as possible could temporarily push costs higher, even as the software promises long-term efficiency gains.

The goal of rational investors is to maximize total return under a given set of constraints. Dividends contribute a significant portion of a stock’s total return.

The industry grapples with challenges due to persistent inflation, tariff-related tensions and lingering supply-chain disruptions. Geopolitical woes represent further challenges.

If the November 21 low at 23854 holds, based on current data, the Bull market will likely continue, ideally well into April next year, before a 2022-like Bear market begins.

Gladstone Commercial pays a $0.10 monthly dividend, which comes out to an impressive 11% yield.