Calculated Risk
JUNE 15, 2025
Most analysts expect no change to FOMC policy at the meeting this week, keeping the target range at 4 1/4 to 4 1/2 percent. Market participants currently expect the FOMC to also be on hold at the July meeting, with the next rate cut in September, and a second rate cut in December. From BofA: The Fed has made it clear that the policy rate will remain unchanged at its June meeting.
Abnormal Returns
JUNE 15, 2025
Also on the site Everyone in life (and investing) is running their own race. (abnormalreturns.com) Top clicks this week This company is splashing out $400k on two vehicles for its CEO. (linkedin.com) How NAV squeezing works. (wsj.com) Americans have the risk bug. (awealthofcommonsense.com) Who exactly are you listening to and why? (ritholtz.com) Private equity operates differently in mainstream America.
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Calculated Risk
JUNE 15, 2025
Weekend: • Schedule for Week of June 15, 2025 Monday: • At 8:30 AM ET, The New York Fed Empire State manufacturing survey for June. The consensus is for a reading of -6.0, up from -9.2. From CNBC: Pre-Market Data and Bloomberg futures S&P 500 are down 17 and DOW futures are down 134 (fair value). Oil prices were up over the last week with WTI futures at $75.49 per barrel and Brent at $76.72 per barrel.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) are significant players in global financial markets,comprising various entities such as mutual funds, pension funds, and hedge funds, among others. They invest substantial capital across international borders, influencing the market dynamics, liquidity, and investment trends, thus playing a crucial role in shaping global Investment landscapes and economic development.
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A Wealth of Common Sense
JUNE 15, 2025
In my last post I looked at the impressive outperformance of international stocks this year: With all the AI excitement it’s hard to believe foreign stocks are beating the pants off American stocks in 2025 when you consider the sector exposure discepancies: When you include communication services (which includes Google, Facebook and Netflix) and the tech stocks in consumer discretionary (which includes Amazon and.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
A Goldman Sachs-backed infrastructure stock has come into sharp focus as it sets an ambitious target of securing order inflows worth Rs.20,000–Rs.25,000 crores in FY26. This bold projection signals strong business momentum and renewed investor interest, positioning the company as a key player in India’s rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape. During Friday’s trading session, shares of Afcons Infrastructure Ltd were closed at Rs. 441 apiece, down 1.28 percent from its previous closing price of
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Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Stock recommendations are expert advice that helps investors decide whether to buy, sell, or hold certain stocks based on market analysis. A buy recommendation means it’s a good idea to purchase a stock, as it is expected to rise in value due to favorable market conditions. Here are a few stocks recommended by analysts with a high growth potential of up to 66 percent: 1.
Fintoo
JUNE 15, 2025
Market Commentary Global markets – US indices tumbled on Friday as Iran retaliates against Israel attack. Dow Jones closed red by 1.8 pct. While Nasdaq closed negative by 1.3 pct. Global Indices % Change Last Close 1 day YTD Dow Jones 42,197 -1.8 -0.8 Nasdaq 19,406 -1.3 0.5 Hang Seng 23,856 -0.6 18.9 […] The post Market Morning Notes For 16th June 2025 appeared first on Fintoo Blog.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Today, we recommend two stocks, one from the Capital Goods sector and another from the FMCG sector, by the Trade Brains Portal, to buy for an upside potential of more than 18%. We also analyzed the market’s performance yesterday to understand what may lie ahead for the stock indices in the coming days. 1. Kirloskar Brothers Ltd Current price: ₹ 1,833 Target price: ₹ 2,160 Upside: 18% Time frame: 12 Months Why it’s recommended KBL, a prominent pump manufacturer with experience in fluid management
Tobias Financial
JUNE 15, 2025
Retirement planning is deeply personal, and for single individuals, it comes with both unique opportunities and important considerations. Whether by choice or circumstance, retiring solo means you’re in full control of your financial decisions, but you also face distinct planning challenges that require thoughtful strategy. Our Wealth Advisor, Chad Williamson, CFP® , explains that while retiring as a single person can present certain hurdles, it can also streamline the planning process.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. If you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner—and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
One of the effective methods for assessing whether a stock is undervalued or overvalued is by analysing key metrics such as the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio and the industry P/E average. The P/E ratio or Price-to-Earnings ratio compares the current share price to the earnings per share (EPS) of a company, serving as a widely recognised indicator for determining the value of a stock.
Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)
JUNE 15, 2025
By Bryce Sanders In theory, you already talked to all of the people closest to you when you were building your business. If you have, in fact, had these conversations and wondered why some of your friends have not moved forward with working with you as their advisor, these are five possible reasons, and the message you can offer to adjust their perspective: Confidentiality They think you name-drop to win business.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
When a Stock has high DII (Domestic Institutional Investors) holding, it shows confidence in the company’s fundamentals, Investors’ long-term horizon, positive market perception, alignment of the company with domestic factors, and potential future growth prospects. Here is the list of 5 Stocks where DIIs hold over 35 percent stake; 1. TeamLease Services Established in 2000 and headquartered in Bengaluru, TeamLease Services Limited is a leading Indian recruitment and human resources (HR) s
oXYGen Financial
JUNE 15, 2025
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
The MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is a technical analysis tool that shows the relationship between two moving averages of a stock’s price, typically the 12-day and 26-day EMAs. It consists of the MACD line, Signal line, and a histogram, helping identify trends and momentum. This part of the indicator shows how strong the price movement is and can give an early warning to prepare for a change.
Meb Faber Research
JUNE 15, 2025
You can now find all of our white papers on SSRN… enjoy! Meb’s White Papers on SSRN The post So…Much…To…Read… appeared first on Meb Faber Research - Stock Market and Investing Blog.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
The Nifty, Bank Nifty, and Sensex all started the day gapping down due to weak global signals, but as the day went on, careful purchases of heavyweight stocks helped limit some of the losses. The majority of industries followed the general pattern, with banking and FMCG emerging as the biggest laggards. With losses of around 0.5 percent apiece, the wider indexes also continued to be under pressure.
The Big Picture
JUNE 15, 2025
I brought the electric 9/11 to the Locust Valley Cars & Coffee last week. It’s not overstating it to say she was the star of the show (see photo above). I stayed about 2 hours (until it began to rain) and answered endless questions about the conversion process, drive experience, etc. It reminded me it’s been a while since I’ve done an update, so here are some thoughts for those who are interested.
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Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Bajaj Finance’s stock, which closed at Rs. 9,331 per share in Friday’s trading session, is currently trading significantly lower at Rs. 930 per share, reflecting a drop of nearly 90 percent. However, this sharp decline is not due to any adverse developments or negative news related to the company. The steep fall is the result of a corporate action that took effect today.
Random Roger's Retirement Planning
JUNE 15, 2025
Saturday was Walker Day which is our big, annual fundraising event and then Sunday morning we were dispatched out to a wildfire shortly after 4am and I didn't get home until about 3:45 the afternoon so no blog post but some pictures, I started out as the Incident Commander (IC). I called it in at two acres, the final count was 2.9. There is a thing where volunteer departments are known to call in much bigger acreage than it really is so I felt good about that.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
A golden crossover is a popular technical indicator in the stock market that suggests a possible upward trend in a stock’s price. It happens when a short-term moving average crosses above a long-term moving average, signaling growing momentum and potential strength in the stock. This concept usually involves the 50-day moving average moving above the 200-day moving average.
Abnormal Returns
JUNE 15, 2025
Strategy How do you know when you are wrong about an investment? (polymathinvestor.com) Don't base your investments on economic forecasts. (humbledollar.com) Companies A good product is not sufficient to create a lasting enterprise. (tker.co) The loss of $20 billion a year with 100% margin would be a big deal to Apple ($AAPL). (bigtechnology.com) Airbnb ($ABNB) has changed how people travel.
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Neobank Jupiter, in partnership with CSB Bank, has introduced the Edge+ RuPay Credit Card. For a one-time fee of ₹499 (exclusive of taxes) and lifetime free with no annual fee, the Edge+ RuPay offers compelling cashback rewards, UPI flexibility and an easy-to-use platform. Jupiter, a neobank that offers digital banking services without traditional physical branches, seems to be stepping in with a different approach.
The Big Picture
JUNE 15, 2025
My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • Moody’s Sounds Alarm on Private Funds for Individuals : Chasing retail money could pose risks to investors, private funds and financial system, Moody’s says. ( Wall Street Journal ) • Bitcoin Goes All In on MAGA, Shedding Its Antigovernment Slant : Despite wins under Trump, some crypto factions are wary of politicizing industry; Las Vegas extravaganza becomes ‘a right-wing rally’. ( Wall Street Journal ) see also What Wor
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Investing directly in defence company stocks can be tough, especially because many of them are expensive, and it’s hard to build a well-balanced portfolio. That’s where Thematic Defence Mutual Funds come in. These funds collect money from many investors and invest in a mix of companies involved in defence manufacturing, aerospace, security, and related sectors that often see strong government support.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Investing in small-cap stocks can offer big growth opportunities. In this article, we look at five small-cap companies with strong order books worth over Rs. 10,000 crore. These large orders show strong demand and can lead to better earnings and future growth potential. Here are a few small-cap stocks with an order book of over Rs. 10,000 crore Patel Engineering Limited With a market capitalization of Rs. 3,499.94 crore, the shares of Patel Engineering Limited closed at Rs. 41.45 per equity shar
Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
In 2025, NFL players continue to earn big through salaries, brand endorsements, and smart investments. While many athletes make millions each year, only a few have turned their income into lasting wealth. Here’s a look at the 10 richest NFL players in 2025, listed according to their overall net worth. 1. Aaron Rodgers – $200 Million Aaron Rodgers leads the pack as the wealthiest active NFL player in 2025, based on his total net worth.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
India’s mining and construction equipment (MCE) sector is on track for remarkable growth, with its market size expected to nearly triple from the current USD 16 billion to USD 45 billion by 2030, according to a Vision Report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Kearney report. This surge, driven by a robust 19 percent CAGR, positions India as the fastest-growing MCE market among the world’s top six economies, outpacing the US, Germany, and Japan.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular as people look for ways to help the environment. With climate change and air pollution becoming bigger problems, more governments and individuals are choosing EVs instead of petrol or diesel cars. EVs have some clear benefits, like producing no exhaust emissions and running more quietly. However, some people worry about the environmental impact in other areas.
Trade Brains
JUNE 15, 2025
In this article, we will look at some of the major large-cap companies that are trading at a discount of over 20 per cent from their 52-week high. These companies are fundamentally stable and provide opportunities for long-term wealth creation. 1. Adani Enterprises Adani Enterprises Ltd is a diversified conglomerate in several sectors including green energy, data centers, airports, roads, mining, copper, and defense.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
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