“Just as soaring commodity costs were topping worry lists among many companies, fresh supply chain issues are looming with yet another Chinese commercial hub facing hugely disruptive lockdowns. More than 12 million citizens in the e-commerce centre of …
Barclays – Bright Set Of Results Amid The Storm
Barclays PLC (LON:BARC) first quarter total income rose 10% to £6.5bn, reflecting a 26% increase in net interest income to £2.3bn and a 3% rise in other income to £4.2bn. Operating expenses were 15% higher, including a £523m litigation and conduct char…
Livermore Ends Q1 Up 4.64%, Even As Markets Struggle
David Neuhauser of hedge fund Livermore Partners discusses the fund’s performance for the first quarter of 2022. 2022 has started off shaky with massive headwinds. We have war in Europe with a major superpower and shortages in many key supplies (ag, oi…
Students Stimulus Checks: Who Qualifies for Biden’s Newest Student Loan Forgiveness Initiative
With states continuing to send targeted payments to low-income households, one group may have felt neglected, and that is students. The Biden administration, however, recently announced a new initiative that would serve as students stimulus checks to o…
How Is An Annuity Income Payout Calculated?
We recently wrote a piece showing how much income you can expect to receive every month from different types of annuities, including fixed, immediate income annuities and deferred income annuities. While that post is very useful to get a general idea o…
Alphabet Falls -2.6% After Hours After Missing Q1 Analyst Forecasts!
Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOGL) shares traded -3.6% lower on Tuesday leading into the release of Q1 results. The stock is down -16.1% over the past month and is only up +3.6% since the beginning of 2022 as the tech sell-off continues. Alphabet reported fir…
These Are The Most Googled Cryptocurrencies In Every European Country
Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in Europe, and is the most searched for in 21 countriesShiba Inu comes second, with seven countries searching for it more than any other cryptocurrencyFour countries searched for Ethereum the most, putting it …
5 Home Office Tips for Creating A Positive Work Environment
While working from home has become a reality for many people, it can also be tricky. Staying focused and energized are key components for peak performance – it also makes it easier to steer clear of those household chores that may be “calling” you from…
Inflation, The USDX, Real Yields: The Doom Trio Hangs Over Gold
Despite the reality check, investors keep up their buying spree. Meanwhile, problematic events are starting to gain on gold, silver, and mining stocks. Q1 2022 hedge fund letters, conferences and more Originally, the Fed forecasted that it wouldn’t hav…
Reasons To Consider Investing In A Big Shake Franchise
Chef Big Shake puts the heat on the reasons franchising is good business FRANKLIN, Tenn. – (April 27, 2022) – Mention Nashville hot chicken, and many begin to salivate, wanting a taste of the famous hot chicken that has made Big Shake’s famous. Others …