Investing.com– U.S. stock index futures edged marginally higher Friday, remaining near record highs as markets digested the Federal Reserve’s outlook on future rate cuts. At 05:05 ET (10:05 GMT), rose 10 points, or 0.1%, gained 4 points, or 0.1%, and climbed 5 points, or 0.1%. The Wall Street indices received a hefty boost earlier this week after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election earlier this week, opening the door for more potentially expansionary policies in the coming years. The rose 0.7% on Thursday, while the rose 1.5%, both to record highs. The ended flat, although it remained in sight of…
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Joining the ranks of Toyota and BMW, Hyundai reinforces its belief in hydrogen’s role in the future of clean transportation with the Intium concept. Unlike its competitors, Hyundai already boasts commercially available hydrogen-powered vehicles, making them a frontrunner in FCEV technology. Revealed as a potential successor to the Nexo and ix35 FCEVs, the Intium serves as a look into Hyundai’s vision for hydrogen mobility. Debuting at both the Los Angeles Auto Show and Auto Guangzhou next month, the Intium signifies Hyundai’s commitment to this technology. Hyundai’s Intium Concept: A Bold Step Toward Hydrogen-Powered Mobility (Hyundai) The concept car paves the…
Until recently, emerging market (EM) equities were among the darlings of the investing world. And why not? To most investors, a potentially diversifying asset class with prospects for high returns looks like a gift. For active managers, EM equities represent the chance to invest in a less-efficient segment of the market and thereby demonstrate their investment skill. Over the last five years or so, however, the promise of EM equity as an asset class has faded somewhat. This is due to the significantly poorer performance of EM equities versus their developed peers. EM Equity Performance vs. US Equity PerformanceAnnualized Five-Year…
Buffett’s record-setting cash pile speaks volumes about how he feels about the stock market right now. Warren Buffett is one of the most well-respected portfolio managers in the world, and there’s good reason for that. His track record speaks for itself. After taking control of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) (BRK.B -1.87%) in 1965, he grew the value of shareholders’ stakes by an average compound annual rate of 19.8% through 2023. By comparison, the S&P 500 produced a total compound annual return of 10.2% in that period. Berkshire’s beating the market benchmark so far in 2024 as well. Maintaining such a strong…
Debuting in 1965 as a premium version of the Impala, the Chevrolet Caprice carved its path a year later. Just like the Impala took the top spot from the Bel Air, the Caprice aimed to be the crown jewel of Chevy’s full size offerings. It proved to be a sales success, solidifying its place in the lineup. While this 1979 Caprice in the photos isn’t an original, it’s a survivor with potential. Although it shows signs of wear, particularly with rust holes in the rear floorboards, the good news is the trunk seems to be rust free. The owner claims…
Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 have risen around 7% since the start of 2024. This has allowed many Stocks and Shares ISA investors like me to enjoy some strong returns in that time. Right now, I’m looking for some undervalued shares that haven’t enjoyed robust gains. Investing guru Warren Buffett‘s maxim is “to be fearful when others are greedy and to be greedy only when others are fearful.” Like him, I aim to buy quality stocks when they are trading at rock-bottom prices, which over the long haul can lead to significant capital gains. Buffett’s…
Side Rock Cycles, renowned for their transformative work on donor bikes, has once again outdone themselves with a stunning flat-track custom based on a 1990 Honda NX650 Dominator. This project marks the first time the Bournemouth-based workshop has collaborated with a Honda, utilizing a long-time resident of their facility as the foundation for this bespoke creation. Side Rock Cycles Reveals Sleek Flat Tracker Honda NX650 Custom Transformation (Side Rock Cycles) The Dominator’s robust platform provided an ideal canvas for SRC’s customization expertise, allowing them to strip away the original bodywork and replace it with a sleek, minimalist design that perfectly…
(Reuters) – Futures tracking the benchmark S&P 500 (ES=F) were trading above the 6,000-point mark on Friday, with equity markets set for an upbeat end to an action-packed week that saw Donald Trump recapture the U.S. presidency and the Federal Reserve cut rates. Futures for all three major indexes were little changed in early trading after S&P 500 futures passed the milestone for the first time on Thursday. “I can’t say that there was a particular catalyst for the move, which seemed more to be a continuation of the initial post-election equity gains than anything else,” said Michael Brown, senior…
By Libby George LONDON (Reuters) – Investors hoping for a “Goldilocks” moment for emerging markets in 2025 following years of global interest rate hikes are grappling with significant uncertainty ahead of Donald Trump’s impending return to the White House. The dollar’s rigorous rally, and worries over U.S. tariffs, potential unfunded spending sprees and slowing interest rate cuts from the Fed knocked a string of emerging market currencies and weighed on some bonds as the election results rolled in. Now, investors are tallying up the likely costs of Trump’s policies for developing world assets. “Although we’ve been positive on emerging market…
Owners of certain 2025 Ram 1500 pickups beware! A safety issue has prompted a recall affecting over 33,000 trucks built between October 2023 and August 2024. The culprit? Potentially damaged front wheel bearing encoder rings during the manufacturing process. This damage could disrupt the wheel speed signal and disable the crucial electronic stability control system, increasing the risk of accidents. While the problem lies in how the parts were handled, not their design, it’s a significant concern. 2025 Ram 1500 Recall: Front Wheel Bearing Issue Affects Over 33,000 Trucks (Ram) Owners of the new 2025 Ram 1500 may be waiting…