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Global Inflation Shows Signs Of Easing

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 17:50
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling to strike down tariffs may trigger $150 billion in refunds, impacting Treasury yields. Cooling inflation in the UK and Canada signals further rate cuts, while global housing markets remain under pressure.

Economy Stalls, Inflation Picks Up-What's Next

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 17:25
We discuss momentum weakness and which commodities to focus on.

Market Talk - Friday, Feb. 20

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:58
U.S. and European indices rallied on Friday, led by gains in the Nasdaq and CAC 40. Precious metals and energy markets surged as silver jumped 6% and natural gas climbed 5%. Major Asian indices finished the session mixed.

Why Britain’s Economy Is Sputtering

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:53
Britain’s productivity crisis stems from a failure to commercialize innovation and a lack of domestic risk capital. While U.S. markets fuel high-growth ventures, stagnant UK investment has left average workers £4,000 poorer per year.

Alphabet Stock Analysis: Can It Bounce From Here?

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:47
Alphabet is testing key support as a bullish falling wedge pattern develops, signaling a potential trend reversal. While overhead resistance presents a challenge, a high-volume breakout could trigger a significant move higher.

This Week's Market Wrap: AI-Led Volatility, Inflation, And Late-Cycle Risk Signals

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:44
NVIDIA and Apple led an AI recovery as sticky inflation and hawkish Fed minutes fueled volatility. Geopolitical tensions lifted oil prices, while private credit liquidity headlines signaled mounting late-cycle risks.

Gold & Silver Soar Again As Supreme Court Rules Against Trump Tariffs

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:35
Gold and silver prices spiked after the Supreme Court blocked Trump’s tariffs, fueling market uncertainty. Record earnings from Newmont and First Majestic highlight a booming mining sector as silver nears $83.

Overcoming Common Permit Challenges in Los Angeles Residential Projects

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:24
Overcoming Common Permit Challenges in Los Angeles Residential Projects

Rackspace Triples After Palantir Deal, But Avoid The Stock At All Cost

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:56
Rackspace shares tripled on an AI deal with Palantir, but massive debt and shrinking revenue make the rally look like a trap. Investors should remain cautious as financial instability outweighs this speculative surge.

Gold Chinese New Year

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:52
Record Chinese demand propelled gold to extreme overbought levels, but the Lunar New Year marks a major seasonal turning point.

This Calm Is A Trap

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:45
This Calm Is A Trap

Dow Logs Weekly Win After Tariff Ruling Boosts Sentiment

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:38
Stocks finished the day higher, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that most of President Donald Trump's tariffs would not be implemented, much to the relief of many companies.

Six Reasons Fed Rate Hike Headlines Don’t Match The Data

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:33
FOMC data reveals a Fed leaning toward easing despite misleading headlines, as cooling inflation and a softening labor market persist.

A Reckoning For Trump’s Trade Policy

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:27
Trump’s trade policy failed to narrow the U.S. trade deficit, which hit a record $1.24 trillion as imports shifted to other Asian hubs.

Fibonacci’s 61.8% In Gold - Third Time Not-So-Lucky

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:20
Gold re-tests its 61.8% Fibonacci retracement, mirroring a bearish 2012 pattern.

Brazil And Latin America’s Carnival

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:15
Brazil's Bovespa Index surged as massive dividend yields from Vale and Petrobras attract value investors. Easing inflation and a pivot toward renewable energy are driving record gains for Latin American equity funds.

How Smart Digital Strategies Help Businesses Succeed Online

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:08
How Smart Digital Strategies Help Businesses Succeed Online

Historic Dispersion From Growth To Value Rotation

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 15:00
Extreme growth-to-value dispersion and hedge fund factor rotation have pushed the market into a statistical outlier, increasing the risk of volatility.

Trump’s Tariffs Have Not Shifted The Trade Deficit

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 14:37
Trump's tariffs failed to shrink the U.S. trade deficit, which remained stagnant at $901.5 billion in 2025. The goods deficit expanded as trade shifted, proving that macroeconomic forces drive trade balances more than protectionism.

Northeast Community Bancorp: A Compelling Value And Dividend Play For 2026

Fri, 02/20/2026 - 14:29
Northeast Community Bancorp offers an attractive combination of deep value pricing, above-average dividend yields, and solid operational performance.

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