Gold & Silver Explode Higher On Ceasefire News, Then Decline As Ceasefire's Broken After Just 1 Day...
Gold and silver futures surged after reports of a US‑Iran cease‑fire, with gold touching $4,886 per ounce and silver $77.78 per ounce. Within an hour the cease‑fire was declared broken, prompting a rapid sell‑off that left gold near $4,751 and silver around $74.45. The episode also sent oil prices sharply lower as investors fled to precious metals. The price swings illustrate how quickly geopolitical headlines can reshape market sentiment.
Advisors Face Fee Dilemma with Off‑Custodian Cash Solutions
Interesting evolution in the rise of standalone high-yield cash solutions for advisors... at what point are RIAs disintermediating their own assets by using off-custodian providers, and if so when/where is it appropriate to still earn some kind of advisory or...
Dow Spikes on Fragile Ceasefire, Not Lasting Peace
📊 April 8 Market Review: The Dow just surged 1,300 points — its best day since April 2025. A fragile US-Iran ceasefire crashed oil 15% and sent stocks flying. But Iran already accused the US of violating the deal. This...
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Gas Prices Can Vary Up to $2.01 Within the Same State—How Big Is the Gap Where You Live?
Gas prices have surged above $4 per gallon nationally as Iran‑related supply disruptions tighten global oil markets. New OPIS county‑level data shows that within a single state, drivers can face price differences exceeding $2 per gallon, with Colorado ranging from...
Stock Futures Are Little Changed After Dow Posts Best Day Since April 2025 Following Ceasefire Deal: Live Updates
U.S. stock futures were essentially flat Wednesday night after the Dow posted its strongest session since April 2025, climbing more than 1,300 points (2.85%). The rally followed President Donald Trump’s announcement to suspend attacks on Iran for two weeks, a move...
Trump's $1,000 Retirement Match Exposes a Troubling Gap
President Donald Trump proposed a federal retirement account that would provide a $1,000 annual matching contribution for workers lacking employer‑sponsored plans. The model is likened to the Thrift Savings Plan, allowing pre‑tax or Roth contributions, but the exact match formula...
Oil Rises After Biggest Drop Since 2020 as Hormuz Stays Blocked
Oil prices rebounded on April 8 after the steepest one‑day decline since April 2020, with West Texas Intermediate climbing back to around $97 a barrel. The rally came as the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments,...
THE $3,250 MARGIN: How Gold Miners Are Quietly Executing the Best Financial Quarter on Record & Why the Market's Geopolitical...
Gold miners are set to deliver their most profitable quarter ever in Q1 2026, with an average realized price of $4,950 per ounce—$825 above the previous quarter and a 74% year‑over‑year jump. After all‑in sustaining costs (AISC) of roughly $1,700 per...
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The United States announced a 14‑day ceasefire with Iran, prompting Trump to threaten 50% tariffs on any country that supplies Tehran with weapons. The ceasefire sent oil prices tumbling more than 16%, easing inflation pressures. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland...
5 Lesser-Known Costco Perks — and How to Take Advantage
Costco members can tap into five lesser‑known perks that stretch the value of their annual fee. The retailer’s travel portal delivers discounted hotels, cruises and flights, while Business Centers offer bulk inventory and early opening hours. Its pharmacy provides low‑cost...
The Simple Downsizing Strategy That Cuts Housing Costs and Stress in Retirement
Downsizing a family home can lower living expenses and reduce maintenance for retirees. The article outlines a five‑step plan—defining goals, sorting belongings, conducting a financial analysis, testing locations, and using smart storage—to make the transition smoother. By freeing up equity...
S&P 500 Smashes Back Above Two Key Moving Averages, in a Rare Display of Strength. Here’s What History Shows Happens...
The S&P 500 surged back above its 200‑day moving average after a two‑week dip and also reclaimed the 50‑day line, which it had missed for over a month. The rebound was sparked by news of a cease‑fire agreement between the United...
The Third Gulf War Will Scar Energy Markets for a Long Time Yet
The article warns that the third Gulf war, sparked by Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, has trapped roughly 15% of global oil output and 20% of LNG supplies, sending energy markets into turmoil. A two‑week cease‑fire announced by...
Ontario’s HST Rebate Is Driving New Home Prices Higher Without Sales
Ontario expanded its Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) rebate, removing the 13% tax on new homes up to CAD $1 million (≈ US $740k) and offering a flat CAD $130,000 (≈ US $96k) credit for units up to CAD $1.5 million. Builders quickly incorporated the rebate into purchase prices, with...
Trump Administration Signals It Is Mulling NATO Withdrawal After Iran War
President Donald Trump has signaled that the United States is weighing a withdrawal from NATO after European allies refused to commit combat troops to the U.S.-Israel war against Iran. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the alliance’s response a...
S&P 500 Near Record High, Down 0.87% YTD
The s&p500 is only 3% away from making all time highs and is down -0.87% YTD 🤯 #investing
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Captivision Inc. will transition its trading and option symbols from CAPT to CPTAF effective April 9, 2026 as the company lists on an over‑the‑counter market. The underlying security ticker changes concurrently, but strike prices and other option terms remain unchanged. The contract...
PYLD: More Volatile Than Its Peers (Rating Downgrade)
The PIMCO Multisector Bond Active ETF (PYLD) now manages about $12.54 billion in assets and posted a 6% total return over the past year. While the fund remains overweight in investment‑grade and securitized holdings with a 4.7‑year duration, its volatility and...
The Closer – Ceasefire Confusion, Valuations, Fed – 4/8/26
U.S. equity valuations have slid sharply since their late‑October 2025 peak, reflecting tighter monetary conditions and lingering geopolitical risk. The Federal Reserve’s latest minutes adopted a more hawkish tone than recent meetings, hinting at possible further rate hikes. Despite the...
5 Best Gold Mining Companies to Buy With High Upside Potential
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) is highlighted as a top gold mining pick, with analysts estimating a 40.1% upside. The company is ramping up its Greenstone mine in Ontario to a 27,000‑tonne‑per‑day milling capacity, while the Valentine project in Newfoundland aims...
How Oil Shocks Cause Demand Destruction
The twin oil shocks of the 1970s eliminated roughly 6 million barrels per day of demand growth in the first crisis and a further 14 million barrels per day in the second. Analysts attribute the destruction to emergency policies, shifts in consumer...
WAGN: A Zero S&P-500 Overlap ETF
Pabrai Wagons ETF (WAGN) launched in February 2026 as an actively managed, bottom‑up fund that follows Mohnish Pabrai’s asymmetric value framework. The ETF targets out‑of‑favor, cyclical and catalyst‑driven ideas while also buying high‑quality compounders, deliberately diverging from the S&P 500 composition. The...
EMXC: The Case For Emerging Markets Without China
EMXC is an emerging‑markets ETF that deliberately excludes China, removing a 25 % drag and reallocating exposure to Taiwan, South Korea and India. Over the past five years it has outperformed the benchmark EEM by 471 basis points, delivering a Sharpe...
Washington's Millionaire Tax Is Now Law. Here's What One Seattle Wealth Advisor Is Telling Clients
Washington enacted a 9.9% millionaire tax on households earning over $1 million, projected to generate about $3 billion annually from roughly 21,000 filers. Collections start in 2029, but the law faces immediate constitutional challenges that could delay or overturn it. Ultra‑high‑net‑worth advisors,...
Advisors, Families, & 529 Plans: Starting the Conversation
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) overhauled U.S. 529 college‑savings plans, adding K‑12 tuition, tutoring, AP testing and other qualified expenses. The change broadens flexibility for families but also adds complexity that many advisors have yet to address. A...
Combine Cost Seg, Depreciation, RE Pro to Slash Taxes
Cost seg + accelerated depreciation + RE pro status (so you can use the losses to offset active income) a v powerful combo (I actually looked into starting a business helping non-working spouses get and maintain RE pro status, but couldn't...
Modelo Maker Constellation Brands Withdraws 2028 Guidance Due to Uncertainty
Constellation Brands pulled its fiscal 2028 outlook, citing lingering macro‑economic uncertainty, even as it posted a stronger fourth‑quarter performance. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $1.90 versus the $1.72 consensus, and revenue reached $1.92 billion, beating expectations. Net income swung...
Prediction Markets on Trump Credibility Re: Reopening the Strait
Kalshi’s prediction market shows investors assign a low probability to former President Donald Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz will be fully reopened soon. The market price reflects skepticism, pricing full reopening at under 20% likelihood. Meanwhile, December 2026...
SSR Mining to Announce First Quarter 2026 Consolidated Financial Results May 5, 2026
SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM) will publish its first‑quarter 2026 consolidated financial results after the market closes on May 5, 2026. A conference call to discuss the numbers is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. EDT the same day, with a live webcast and two‑week replay...
3 Reasons Why I Remain Bullish On SCHB, And 2 To Sell It Immediately
The Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF (SCHB) offers ultra‑low‑cost, diversified exposure to the U.S. equity market with a 0.03% expense ratio. Valuations, especially in technology, have slipped back to historical norms, making the fund appear attractively priced. However, rising capital...
XRP Poised as Bridge Linking SDR Currencies
SDR: Bretton Woods 1944 basket currency, GDP-weighted. IMF lender of last resort. 2014 IMF paper introduced exchange rate peg abbreviation. Ripples rebranded XRP same timeframe. XRP likely bridge between SDR currencies, not replacement.
US Mulls Lifting Venezuela Central Bank Sanctions, Boosting Economy
SCOOP: The US is considering lifting sanctions on #Venezuela’s central bank to facilitate the flow of billions of dollars into the country’s battered economy, sources familiar with the matter tell Andreina Itriago, @zerpius and me. https://t.co/DlIY8v24CH
Firan Technology Group Corporation (“FTG”) Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Firan Technology Group Corp (FTG) posted Q1 2026 results showing a 10.3% revenue increase to $47.3 million and a 17% rise in bookings to $60 million. Adjusted EBITDA slipped 13% to $7.3 million, while adjusted net earnings rose 7.4% to $3.5 million and free cash...
Aluminum Producers Raise US Surcharge Amid War‑
World's dumbest tariff strikes again: "Top Aluminum Makers Hike US Surcharge as War Disrupts Supply" https://t.co/RhlIuA1Ll5 https://t.co/Xc1FLheuKV
European Home Prices Span Bubbles to 2010 Lows
Home Prices in the 19 Largest European Countries Range from Housing Bubbles to a Market that Fell back to 2010. Here's Germany: https://t.co/aRKT01YIiS https://t.co/yIGmTLgpMC
How War in the Middle East Paralyzed an Asian Food Giant
The war in Iran has choked fuel and fertilizer supplies, pushing diesel prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta to levels higher than after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The surge forced rice mills to shut down and electricity costs to skyrocket,...
Wade Pfau Shares Must‑Know Retirement Planning Essentials
Since we started “The Long View,” @WadePfau has been one of our favorite interviews. @AmyCArnott1 and I loved chatting with him about his essential “Retirement Planning Guidebook”and what retirees and pre-retirees should have on their radars today. https://t.co/eRuVonR5nn
Crude Prices Now Double Speed of 2022 Surge
In the buildup to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it took 91 days for the price of crude to rise from 66 to 112. This year, it took but 42 days for the price of crude to cover the same ground. https://t.co/052pDnWj0v
China's LNG Demand Won't Bounce Back
China’s LNG imports dropped 11% last year to 68.4 million tons, marking the first decline in nearly two decades. BloombergNEF now forecasts a further fall to 62.3 million tons in 2026, while Rystad sees a modest rebound to 70 million tons. The downturn...
Major Averages Rise, Growth and Value Split Evenly
Nice day for the major averages today and interestingly was very evenly split between growth and value. $RLG +2.54% and $RLV +2.44%. Catch up in many sectors.
Fed Misses 2% Target 60 Months, Global Inflation Persists
According to the FT, the FED has MISSED its 2% inflation target for 60 STRAIGHT MONTHS. Across the world, 3 out of 4 developed economies and 1 in 2 emerging economies are missing their targets as well. THE GLOBAL INFLATION GENIE REMAINS...
How China Positioned Itself to Win the Global Energy Crisis
China entered the Iran‑War with extensive oil and gas stockpiles and a clean‑energy infrastructure that outpaces any other nation. The conflict has throttled Hormuz shipments, prompting a rapid global shift toward renewables where China already dominates solar panels, wind turbines,...
California Cities Split: San Diego Vacancies Rise, SF Rents Surge
California cities: progress toward RHNA... San Diego: 29% ... highest vacancy rate in 15 years, rents falling Los Angeles: 18% ... San Francisco: 5% ... rock bottom vacancy rate, fastest rising rents in the country https://t.co/dcF33RmwJ2
NZ 2-Year Yield Stays Steady Amid RBNZ Hawkish Shift
It is remarkable that the NZ 2-year yield saw little adjustment with the RBNZ's hawkish shift. The NZ-US 2-year spread was essentially unchanged despite the $NZUSD rally. Remarkable
Gas and LNG Markets, Apr. 8, 2026
The ongoing Middle‑East conflict is driving sharp price volatility that is boosting first‑quarter oil trading results for both Shell and Exxon Mobil, even as their regional operations face disruptions. QatarEnergy has begun restarting its LNG plant now that the Strait...
Ratio to S&P 500 Drops Biggest Since March 2020
The ratio to the S&P 500 fell by the most since March 2020. @augurinfinity https://t.co/XhMLgDt7ZW https://t.co/5R6yaUbKVj
Fundstrat's Tom Lee Says the Market Has Bottomed, Stocks Are Headed to All-Time Highs
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee announced on CNBC that the equity market has likely bottomed after a U.S.–Iran cease‑fire eased geopolitical tensions, sending stocks sharply higher. He projects the S&P 500 to close 2026 at 7,300, a 7.6% gain, driven by the “Magnificent...
Bonds Stay Steady While Markets Surge
“I think the most interesting thing about today is that bonds haven’t reacted as strongly as the rest of the market,” said Eric Wallerstein, chief macro strategist at Clocktower Group @MarketWatch https://t.co/Eyc4GpGRzX
Leidos Holdings (LDOS) Sees Big Boost From Entrust Purchase
Leidos Holdings completed its $2.4 billion acquisition of Entrust Solutions on March 30, adding more than 3,100 engineers and doubling its presence in the energy‑infrastructure market. The deal expands Leidos’ utility customer base across 40 North American sites and broadens its capabilities...
Building Safety in an Increasingly Dangerous World
The article highlights a leading global supplier of passive vehicle safety systems, emphasizing its diversified geographic footprint and long‑term contracts with major automakers. It reports $3.2 billion in cumulative free cash flow since 2020, outpacing $2.5 billion returned to shareholders via dividends...