Sat.Jul 12, 2025

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Schedule for Week of July 13, 2025

Calculated Risk

The key reports this week are June CPI, Retail Sales and Housing Starts. For manufacturing, the June Industrial Production report and the July New York and Philly Fed manufacturing surveys will be released. -- Monday, July 14th -- No major economic releases scheduled. -- Tuesday, July 15th -- 8:30 AM: The Consumer Price Index for June from the BLS. The consensus is for a 0.3% increase in CPI, and a 0.3% increase in core CPI.

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Ten Top S&P 500 Stocks – July 2025

Validea

The S&P 500 encompasses more than 500 companies across various industries, many of which operate profitable, established businesses with strong underlying fundamentals that deserve investor attention. This diversity creates attractive opportunities for those willing to conduct thorough research beyond the most popular stocks. Through Validea’s comprehensive analytical framework, which incorporates 22 different investment methodologies, we’ve identified ten S&P 500 companies w

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5 Debt free stocks with strong 1 year returns of up to 112%; Do you own any?

Trade Brains

Synopsis: Here’s a look at five companies quietly rewarding their investors with strong returns, all while keeping debt low and profitability high. From tobacco and auto to healthcare and defense tech, these businesses are showing that consistent performance and smart capital use can go a long way in building lasting wealth. In today’s volatile stock market, investors are increasingly turning toward companies that combine two key ingredients for long term wealth creation, low debt levels

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CLOs Attract Domestic, Foreign Banks, Pushing Up Loan Prices

Advisor Perspectives

Banks from Wells Fargo & Co. to smaller Japanese lenders are flocking to top-rated collateralized loan obligation deals, pushing up secondary prices for buyout debt.

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8 Ways to Torture Your CFO

The office of the CFO is rapidly evolving, with more and more demands being placed upon the finance and accounting team each year. Join us in this webinar, where we share 8 things to NOT do when it comes to helping the CFO office advance in supporting the business. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how best to support an organization's finance leadership.

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Stocks to Watch: TCS, Bharti Airtel and 5 other stocks that will trade ex-dividend next week

Trade Brains

Synopsis: Several companies, such as Persistent, RR Kabel, IDBI Bank, etc are going to turn ex-date next week. The shares of these companies will be in focus next week as it will turn ex-date (or record date ). The record date is the date before or on which you have to mandatorily hold a company’s shares to receive a benefit from the company such as stock split, bonus issue or a dividend. 1.

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Crypto Treasury Firms Swarm Wall Street in SPAC, Merger Boom

Advisor Perspectives

A multibillion-dollar capital markets experiment is unfolding on Wall Street, as entrepreneurs use blank-check companies and reverse mergers to take their holdings of digital assets public.

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Private Credit Lures the Ultra-Rich Sitting on $3.1 Trillion

Advisor Perspectives

At a private markets conference focused on the ultra-rich in London this week, the typically discreet sector was notably candid about its growing interest in private credit.

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4 Multibagger stocks with up to 234% returns and low debt to keep on your radar

Trade Brains

Multibagger stocks with low debt are highly sought after by investors for their potential to deliver exceptional returns with lower financial risk. These companies often showcase strong fundamentals, sustainable growth, and efficient capital management. Low debt ensures resilience during economic downturns, while multibagger potential signals robust long-term value, making them attractive for wealth creation in equity portfolios.

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Stop Me if You Think You’ve Heard This One Before

Advisor Perspectives

A full three months since President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcements sparked panic in financial markets, macro developments have been benign. The passage of the Big Beautiful Bill has brought clarity on the fiscal outlook, but uncertainty on trade negotiations remains. Franklin Templeton Fixed Income CIO Sonal Desai explains what this means for investors going forward.

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10 Weekend Reads

The Big Picture

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Colombia Tolima Los Brasiles Peaberry Organic coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Free-market economics is working surprisingly well : Which economic approach works depends a lot on where you start from. ( Noahpinion ) • ETFs Are Eating the World. The Right—and Wrong—Ways to Invest.

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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5 Stocks with revenue guidance of up to 264% to keep an eye on

Trade Brains

Five emerging companies are projecting strong business momentum, with five of them guiding for over 100 percent revenue growth in FY26 compared to FY25. These ambitious targets reflect solid order pipelines, expansion plans, and growing market demand, making them key stocks to watch for high-growth potential in the near to medium term. Here are a few stocks with a revenue guidance of more than 100 percent for FY26 AVP Infracon Limited With a market capitalization of Rs. 524.56 crore, the shares

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Markets Will Be Markets

The Big Picture

Fun conversation with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers about markets, sentiment, tariffs, and why all-time highs are bullish: The US stock market has reached a new all time high. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers are joined once again by investments expert Barry Ritholtz who talked us through the market turmoil of Trump’s tariff spree back in April.

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Best ICICI Lifetime Free Credit Cards in 2025 – Zero Charges, Maximum Rewards

Trade Brains

Synopsis- This article discusses the best Lifetime Free credit cards, consumer products offered by ICICI Bank, with their features, eligibility, and recommendations on who should apply for these cards. It provides information to help you decide what no-fee credit card will be best for you, whether that be for online shopping, fuel, or as a first credit card.

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AI and Automation – Are You Ready?

Advisor Perspectives

Most of us are not prepared for the incredible degree of change Artificial Intelligence (AI), combined with automation, is bringing to society.

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You upgrade everything else. Why not your close process?

You wouldn’t keep using a 2009 flip phone - so why settle for outdated close processes? It’s time for an upgrade. SkyStem's Guide to Month-End Close Software walks you through what today’s best tools can do (and what your team shouldn’t have to deal with anymore). Get smart, fast, and a whole lot less stressed when it’s time to close the books.

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Dream11 Business Model Explained(2025): How India’s Fantasy Giant Earns Crores

Trade Brains

Dream11 isn’t just a gaming platform it’s a digital sports empire. What began as a niche startup in 2008 has grown into India’s largest fantasy sports platform, with over 250 million users and a dominant market share in 2025. As fantasy sports continue to blur the lines between entertainment and investment, Dream11 stands out by monetizing cricket passion into massive profits.

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Saturday links: normal begets normal

Abnormal Returns

Autos Porsche is having a hard time in China. (sherwood.news) Automakers went all-in on big touchscreens. They are now bringing buttons and dials back. (ft.com) Congestion pricing Congestion pricing works. (pathgolden.substack.com) Congestion pricing has not worsened air quality in the outer boroughs. (nyc.streetsblog.org) EVs EVs are still going to win.

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Pune vs Bengaluru Real Estate 2025: Which City Gives Better Investment Returns?

Trade Brains

Synopsis- The Indian real estate market is booming, with Bengaluru and Pune standing out as top investment hotspots. Both cities have thriving IT sectors and growing infrastructure driven by rapid migration. While one is a mature tech hub and the other an emerging giant, many investors are now wondering which offers better returns. This article compares the two cities based on certain factors helping you make an informed investment decision.

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Real Estate Newsletter Articles this Week: Months-of-supply is higher than the previous 8 years!

Calculated Risk

At the Calculated Risk Real Estate Newsletter this week: Click on graph for larger image. • Part 1: Current State of the Housing Market; Overview for mid-July 2025 • Part 2: Current State of the Housing Market; Overview for mid-July 2025 • 2nd Look at Local Housing Markets in June • July ICE Mortgage Monitor: Home Prices Continue to Cool, Early Signs of Homeowner Risk Emerge • 1st Look at Local Housing Markets in June This is usually published 4 to 6 times a week and provides more in-depth analy

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: What Really Matters

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.

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1:2 Bonus Shares: Auto ancillary stock in focus as it set to turn ex-bonus next week

Trade Brains

Sym : Motherson Sumi Wiring India Ltd is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a 1:2 bonus share issue, showing confidence in its future. Backed by rising sales, low debt, and strong returns, the company continues to grow steadily while rewarding investors Celebrating its 50th anniversary, a leading auto wiring specialist and full-system solutions provider for OEMs is rewarding investors with a generous 1:2 bonus share issue.

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7 Power stocks under ₹100 with operating profit margin above 20% to add to your watchlist

Trade Brains

In the power sector, companies with an operating profit margin (OPM) above 20% often indicate strong business efficiency and pricing power. Finding such stocks priced below ₹100 suggests hidden value in the market. For investors, this presents an opportunity to tap into profitable businesses, and for the industry, it reflects improving fundamentals. 1.

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4 Railway stocks trading at discount of up to 60% to keep an eye on

Trade Brains

India’s vast railway network stretches across thousands of kilometres, connecting nearly every corner of the country. It ranks as the fourth-largest in the world, following the United States, China, and Russia. Looking ahead, India is expected to contribute 40 percent to the global rail activity by 2050. Indian Railways is also advancing its technological capabilities in key areas such as signalling and telecommunications.

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Defence stock with ₹2,000 Cr order book guidance for FY26 to add to your watchlist

Trade Brains

India’s Aerospace & Defense sector is witnessing accelerated growth, with defense production hitting Rs 1.27 lakh crore in FY24 and exports exceeding Rs 21,000 crore. A major shift toward self-reliance is evident as 92% of new contracts went to domestic firms. Meanwhile, the aviation market is projected to grow from $14.47 billion in 2024 to $40.81 billion by 2033.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i

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₹1,89,300 Cr Order Book: Defence stocks with strong order book and zero debt to keep an eye on

Trade Brains

India’s defence sector is growing fast as it shifts from importing equipment to making more of it within the country. Backed by the government’s Make in India program, this change has led to record levels in both defence production and exports, marking a big step toward self-reliance. These are the top 3 defence companies with no debt and an order book of upto Rs. 1.9 Lakh crores.

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Top 5 Greatest MotoGP Riders of All Time – Fastest, Fiercest & Most Famous

Trade Brains

According to the number of championships, race wins, and absolute domination combined with the lasting legacy made by them, MotoGP has produced some of the best ever riders in motorsports history, making this countdown of the top five of all time. 5. Mick Doohan – The Master of the 90s Nationality: Australian Titles in Premier Class: 5 (consecutive: from 1994 to 1998) Wins in Premier Class: 54 Team: Honda Unmatched consistency crowned Mick Doohan in the era of 500cc.