June Merger Activity Slower than in 2016, Spending Up
The Distribution Services, Transportation, and Miscellaneous sectors saw the largest deal increases.
Energy Sector Earnings Expectations Continue to Plunge
The earnings growth rate for the Energy sector has fallen to 332.1% today from 390.5% on June 30.
S&P 500 Q2 Earnings Season Update: July 21
More companies (73%) are reporting actual EPS above estimates compared to the 5-year average.
Beware of Rising DSO at Enterprise Software and IT Services Companies
Using these methods, investors can better identify which warning signs are actually important and actionable.
Boats, Quotes, and Automobiles: Alternative Data for Municipal Bond Investors
Using alternative data for a better overview of the marketplace.
Cheap and Transparent ETFs Dominate in First Half of 2017
Mutual fund and hedge fund managers’ losses have become ETF investors’ gains.
Which S&P 500 Stocks Will See a Share Price Above $1,000?
These stocks are on the heels of Alphabet and Amazon.
Strong U.S. Dollar Still a Concern for S&P 500 Companies in Q2'17
What other currencies are companies discussing during earnings calls?
Three Factors Driving the Acceleration of Clean Energy Investment
While the specter of climate change is an obvious impetus for acceleration in renewable energy investment, there are other...
S&P 500 Likely to Report Near Double-Digit Earnings Growth for Q2'17
This is based on the average change in earnings growth due to companies reporting actual earnings above estimated earnings.
Fixed Income Q2’17 Wrap Up: Goldilocks vs. the Big Bad Wolf
Monetary policy continues to position global markets for a Goldilocks scenario, but the big bad wolf is lurking nearby.
Playing the Oracle: What will Berkshire Hathaway Buy Next?
The eight companies (out of 83,000) we think Warren Buffett may have in his sights.
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