Banks are a fascinating economic indicator, reflecting not just financial trends but also the social and regulatory environment. From this perspective, it is encouraging that bank share prices have risen sharply in many countries this year. However, it is also...
Although they represent less than 4% of the American market capitalization and receive little media attention, the US insurance sector holds surprisingly interesting opportunities for investors. This year alone, US insurers have gained over 25%, yet they continue to...
The shares of developers of basic resources are caught in a complex field of tension. On the one hand, they are criticized for mining basic resources in politically unstable regions and their impact on the environment. On the other hand, the UN’s development...
While maple syrup and commodities might come to mind when you think of Canada, its stock market stands out for its banks. It’s quite unique globally that two banks—Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto Dominion—are the most valuable companies in the country. What...
In the presidential election year, it is not just opinions about the candidates that are galactically divergent. Stock market performance also knows almost no bounds, both positive and negative. While the share price of Super Micro Computer has more than doubled this...
