10 Contrarian Stock Picks for 2026
Investors hunting for long-term value often find the best opportunities in unloved or overlooked stocks. As we look toward 2026, these 10 contrarian picks offer compelling turnaround potential. While some…
USD/JPY Compression Points to a Bigger Move as BoJ and NFP Loom
Last week, the US Federal Reserve released its and cut interest rates by 25 basis points, matching market expectations. The year still has major events ahead. Later this week, the…
US Dollar: How to Trade Key Jobs and CPI Releases This Week
The has weakened in recent days mainly because US monetary policy looks more supportive and less restrictive. Signals from growth and employment data suggest that interest rate advantages in the…
1 Stock to Buy, 1 Stock to Sell This Week: Nike, Micron
Delayed U.S. jobs report, CPI inflation data, retail sales will be in focus this week. Nike has a credible shot at surprising on earnings and is now priced for skepticism.…
2 AI Growth Stocks Poised for a Year-End Santa Rally
As 2025 winds down, investors are keen to position themselves for the traditional “Santa Rally,” when markets often see a boost from investor optimism and end-of-year buying. This year, two…
Bitcoin: Trend Retest Approaches – Holding $91K Pivot Keeps Recovery Hopes Alive
entered December with sharp swings, slipped in the early days as investors moved away from risk, then bounced from the $85,000, and is now trying to settle in the $91,000…
9 Financial Fortresses Poised to Deliver Durable Returns in the Months Ahead
The Fed cut by 0.25% yesterday, helping US stocks rise. The FOMC also announced a Treasury bond-buying program, but Fed Chair suggested it will take a lot to cut rates…
Silver Rally Shows No Signs of Topping Unless the Fed Delivers a Hawkish Jolt
The recent rise in silver prices aligns with the base outlook. Supply remains tight, while demand keeps rising, driven mainly by electromobility and renewable energy. Monetary factors add further support,…
FOMC Preview: Hawkish Cut Looms Amid Fed Divisions, Diminished Easing Path
As the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) convenes its final meeting of a tumultuous 2025, all eyes are on Wednesday’s anticipated . With the U.S. economy grappling with a softening…
10 Bargain Mining Stocks Set to Benefit Most if a Fed Cut Sparks the Next Gold Run
climbed for months and touched a record high of $4,398 per ounce on October 20. It then saw a quick drop to $3,890 on October 28. The metal picked up…