Category: Finance

The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, announced on Wednesday that it would maintain its current stance on interest rates, opting to hold them steady. This decision keeps the benchmark lending rate within its established range of 4.25% to 4.5%, extending a holding pattern that began in January. The Fed’s choice to remain on the sidelines comes as the US economy begins […]

United States stock futures experienced a decline on Monday morning, signaling a likely pullback for the US stocks after a recent period of significant gains. The primary catalyst for this shift in market sentiment appears to be the revival of trade war worries, triggered by a new tariff threat from President Trump over the weekend. Adding to the cautious mood, Wall Street is also looking […]

Warren Buffett’s vast conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B), released its first-quarter 2025 financial results on Saturday, revealing a decline in key profitability measures. The company’s operating earnings experienced a notable drop compared to the previous year, falling short of analyst expectations. Furthermore, Berkshire Hathaway included explicit warnings in its earnings report about the increasing uncertainty created by factors such as international trade policies and tariffs, cautioning […]

Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest management firm publishes daily trading activity from its various exchange-traded funds (ETFs), offering a glimpse into their high-conviction investment strategy. The report for Friday, May 2nd, 2025, highlighted notable changes in holdings, revealing significant buys and sells across sectors targeted by ARK’s focus on disruptive innovation. These daily disclosures are closely watched by investors seeking insight into ARK’s portfolio management decisions. […]