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Markets started strong today… and then quickly flipped. US futures gave up early gains as fresh tensions in the Middle East rattled sentiment. Contracts on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 fell around 0.5%, while Europe’s Stoxx Europe 600 dropped close to 1%. The trigger? Escalation. Reports from Iran’s FARS news agency claimed missiles struck …
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Welcome back to a new edition, The World in a Week: How Major Markets Moved U.S. | Risk appetite improved on strong earnings despite Middle East noise and a hawkish Fed. ~84% of firms beat estimates with ~15% YoY earnings growth; the S&P 500 rose 1.08% to 7,230.12 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.27% to …
There’s a paradox at the heart of Apple’s latest earnings. The company just posted its best March quarter in history. Revenue hit $111.2 billion, up 17% from a year ago. EPS came in at $2.01. Gross margins reached 49.3%. Every single segment beat analyst estimates except one: iPhone. And yet, the stock rose 4% after …
Apple Q2 2026 Earnings: $111 Billion, a New CEO, and a Memory Problem That Won’t Go Away Read More »
There is a moment every quarter when Wall Street holds its breath. Not because the numbers are bad. But because the numbers are almost too good to trust. This week, four of the most powerful companies on the planet reported their earnings within hours of each other. Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet, Google’s parent company, …
When it comes to investing in the financial markets, the primary goal set by the majority of investors is wealth creation! However, it is easier said than done. To achieve the wealth creation objective, one needs to ensure that they are invested in the right kind of stocks that are aligned with their investment strategy …
The first ever ESOP was issued in San Francisco in 1956 to enable employees to own a company after the founders passed away. Ever since then, ESOPs have become an increasingly popular way to allow employees to monetarily benefit from the value that their company creates, especially in the tech world. Along with Employee Stock …
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When you check the financial news, you often see updates about the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500. These aren’t random numbers; they’re key indicators that show how well the US stock market is doing. The Dow Jones Industrial Average looks at 30 big companies in the US to see how they’re doing. It’s like …
The Dow vs. Nasdaq vs. S&P 500: What’s the difference? Read More »
The stock market is ever-changing, reflecting the collective actions and sentiments of its participants. Among the many metrics and indicators used by investors to interpret market conditions, the 52-week high and low stand out for their simplicity. These benchmarks serve as key indicators for assessing the performance, volatility, and potential future movement of stocks. Understanding …
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Data shows that index ETFs are among the most popular ETFs on the Vested platform. Before we dig deeper into index ETFs, we will understand what ETFs are. ETF stands for exchange-traded fund. Like a mutual fund, an ETF is a collection of many stocks/ bonds traded under one fund. However, unlike mutual funds, ETFs …
The primary fear for investors when engaging in the stock market is the fear of losing money. This risk of losing money in the market is associated with price fluctuations that might be too hard to comprehend at first. It is due to this lack of knowledge that investors often tag the market as a …
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Introduction The primary objective of any investor is to generate strong returns and grow their wealth. However, achieving this goal can be challenging. This is particularly true when investment options within an investor’s home country are limited. The US is one of the most sought-after destinations for global investors due to an extensive list of …
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Welcome back to a new edition, The World in a Week: How Major Markets Moved U.S. | Risk appetite improved on strong earnings despite Middle East noise and a hawkish Fed. ~84% of firms beat estimates with ~15% YoY earnings growth; the S&P 500 rose 1.08% to 7,230.12 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.27% to …
Welcome back to a new edition, The World in a Week: How Major Markets Moved U.S. | Sentiment improved as easing Middle East tensions and strong earnings supported risk appetite. Around 84% of companies beat estimates, with earnings growth at 15.1% YoY. Retail sales rose 1.7%, driven by fuel, while inflation expectations moved up to …
Welcome back to a new edition. Before we get into this week, we wanted to take a moment to share something special from our side. Vested crossed $1 billion in assets under administration. What makes this meaningful for us is not just the number. It is what has gone into getting here. Thousands of investors …
Welcome back to Vested Shorts. Since the introduction of SIPs for Global Funds, there has been strong participation from investors. Alongside equity-focused funds, many investors are also looking at where to park capital in the short term. So this week, we are taking a closer look at the USD Money Market Fund (LU0011815304). This fund …
Welcome back to Vested Shorts, The World in a Week: How Major Markets Moved U.S. | Volatility driven by Middle East tensions and oil. PMI fell to 51.4 (11-month low), while core PCE rose to 3.1%, the highest since early 2024. GDP was revised down to 0.7%, and consumer sentiment dropped to 53.3, reflecting rising …
Key takeaways Best-in-class, customizable, high-end luxury car maker with average profit margins at 20.3% versus 9% for the luxury car market Developing electric vehicles (EVs), with its first EV expected to be launched in 2025. Committed to sustainability and working to reduce environmental impact by using more sustainable materials in its cars and developing renewable …
Key takeaways The world is witnessing a massive transition. The century-old reliance on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles is yielding to a cleaner, more sustainable future dominated by electric vehicles (EVs). These EVs, producing zero emissions, have emerged as an effective countermeasure against the pressing issue of climate change. This shift is greatly facilitated by …
Key takeaways Luxury of success In 2022, during uncertain times, the luxury goods market grew. It also looks like it will keep growing in the next years up to 2030, even if the economy has some ups and downs. As per a report published by Bain in 2023, the luxury goods market is segmented into nine …
Key takeaways The hospitality and travel industry The hospitality and travel industry has experienced significant growth over the last decade. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the industry’s global economic impact grew at an average annual rate of 5.5% between 2013 and 2019. In 2019, the industry contributed 10.3% of global GDP …
How do you pick stocks? Do you have to listen to a broker, or can you do it on your own? While some feel nervous about selecting the wrong stocks, knowing the right intel can calm your nerves and help you feel empowered to choose the right investment opportunities. Here are three tips on how …
What is thematic investing? Thematic investing is an approach wherein investors invest in long-term trends rather than specific companies or sectors. Thematic investing is based on an understanding of the impact of long-term social, economic, technological, and political trends and investment opportunities that may arise out of them. The idea is to outperform traditional indices …
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If compound interest is an investor’s best friend, inflation is her worst enemy. Currently, inflation rates are rising around the world. In this blog, we will take a look at ways in which you can use ETFs in the US markets to hedge against inflation. US consumer inflation reached its highest level in more than …
If you invest in the US markets, you would have heard about the 10-year treasury yield at some point. The treasury yield is nothing but the annual interest rate the US Government pays on its debt obligations (treasury bonds). What are treasury bonds? Governments, like companies, need to raise funds for different purposes; be it …
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