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Navigating today's global economy and deciphering investment choices can be an intricate endeavor. The influx of opinions and ever-shifting financial data adds to the challenge. For those committed to success, staying informed through market education and unbiased guidance is paramount. This realization has led an increasing number of individuals to integrate KPP Financial's 'InvestTalk' radio program and podcast into their investment strategies. InvestTalk, a daily program, delves into a ra ...
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The Hidden Risks of Passive Investing’s Market Dominance
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As passive index funds surpass active management in investor portfolios, their growing dominance is increasing stock price synchronization, weakening diversification, and amplifying systemic risks. Today's Stocks & Topics: NXST - Nexstar Media Group Inc. Cl A, Market Wrap, Sectors in 2nd Half of 2025, PANW - Palo Alto Networks Inc., NET - Cloudflar…
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4 Key Questions to Consider Before Allocating Crypto in Your Portfolio
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To make informed decisions about adding crypto ETFs to their portfolios, investors should weigh various factors including diversification and volatility. Today's Stocks & Topics: PBF - PBF Energy Inc., Market Wrap, 4 Key Questions to Consider Before Allocating Crypto in Your Portfolio, CXDO - Crexendo Inc., TGT - Target Corp., Labor Market, Reverse…
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Are Trump Accounts the Best College Savings Option for Families?
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Trump Accounts, proposed in the "One Big Beautiful Bill", would provide every eligible newborn with a $1,000 government-funded, stock index-tracking investment account but experts note that 529 plans offer greater flexibility and more favorable tax treatment for college savings. Today's Stocks & Topics: URNM - Sprott Uranium Miners ETF, Market Wrap…
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Will Housing Prices Drop? 2025 Outlook as Home Inventory Rises
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U.S. home inventory has climbed nearly 20% year-over-year and forecasts now suggest national home prices will either remain flat or see a slight decline over the next year. Today's Stocks & Topics: PDI - PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund, Market Wrap, BN - Brookfield Corp., KPP Newsletter, Will Housing Prices Drop? 2025 Outlook as Home Inventory Rises, HAL…
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How US Tariffs on China Boosted Mexican Exports and Employment
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Tariffs on Chinese goods in 2018 and 2019 led to a surge in Mexican exports to the U.S. and created new job opportunities, particularly benefiting traditionally disadvantaged groups in Mexico’s workforce through "trade diversion effects". Today's Stocks & Topics: CNQ - Canadian Natural Resources Ltd., Market Wrap, EFX - Equifax Inc., PLTR - Palanti…
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How Natural Gas Is Powering the AI Data Center Boom
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With AI and cloud data centers rapidly outpacing the capacity of traditional power grids, alternative solutions-—where data centers generate electricity on-site from natural gas-—are emerging as a fast, reliable, and cost-effective way to meet soaring energy demands. Today's Stocks & Topics: PSIX - Power Solutions International Inc., Market Wrap, C…
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Why the Strait of Hormuz Remains a Critical Lifeline for the Global Economy
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The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime choke point through which about 20% of the world’s oil and a significant share of liquefied natural gas are shipped daily. Today's Stocks & Topics: EMN - Eastman Chemical Co., How Much Physical Precious Metals Justin Owns?, Why the Strait of Hormuz Remains a Critical Lifeline for the Global Economy, DOW - Do…
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The property market is set to be revolutionized with "tokenized real estate" because it will enable fractional ownership, increased liquidity, and open up new investment opportunities. Today's Stocks & Topics: MRK - Merck & Co. Inc., Market Wrap, FM - First Quantum Minerals Ltd., Using Ratios to Determine If a Stock Is Overvalued or Undervalued, UB…
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Using Ratios to Determine If a Stock Is Overvalued or Undervalued
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Savvy investors can use key financial ratios to quickly assess whether a stock is overvalued or undervalued-- relative to industry peers and its intrinsic value. Today's Stocks & Topics: PM - Philip Morris International Inc., Market Wrap, ARM - Arm Holdings PLC ADR, Using Ratios to Determine If a Stock Is Overvalued or Undervalued, KO - Coca-Cola C…
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In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World. Today's Stocks & Topics: Investing Options, Investing Apps, Dentists and Equity Firms, Dollar Cost Averaging, Trading Earnings Reports, Investment Portfolio Percentage, Politicia…
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Retirees Fear for the Future of Social Security Amid Policy and Economic Uncertainty
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Growing anxiety among retirees over potential Social Security cuts and economic instability is prompting many to scale back spending and reconsider their retirement plans as policymakers debate the program’s future. Today's Stocks & Topics: PRI - Primerica Inc., Market Wrap, IOT - Samsara Inc., APA - APA Corp., Retirees Fear for the Future of Socia…
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Amid heightened volatility from tariffs, labor market shifts, and fiscal policy changes, investors who want to manage economic challenges are encouraged to focus on diversification and adaptability. Today's Stocks & Topics: AEP - American Electric Power Co. Inc., Market Wrap, AZO - AutoZone Inc., Mid-Year Stock Market Outlook, NANC - Unusual Whales…
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Trump's Tax Bill Could Raise Taxes on Foreign Companies
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There is the potential for deterring foreign companies from investment in the U.S. due to a provision in Trump’s tax bill that could impose steep new taxes on foreign investors. Today's Stocks & Topics: MTZ - MasTec Inc., MU - Micron Technology Inc., Market Wrap, Trump's Tax Bill Could Raise Taxes on Foreign Companies, NEE - NextEra Energy Inc., NU…
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Investors Eye Latin America for Wall Street Diversification
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Investors are increasingly looking to Latin America for attractive yields and diversification because the region’s strong currencies and unique economic narratives present new opportunities outside the U.S. market. Today's Stocks & Topics: USB - U.S. Bancorp, Market Wrap, TSM - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. ADR, Investors Eye Latin Am…
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The Bull Case for Stocks Is Growing on Wall Street
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There are increasing expectations of resilient earnings growth and a supportive economic backdrop, so major Wall Street strategists are upgrading their stock market outlooks. Today's Stocks & Topics: ESEA - Euroseas Ltd, Market Wrap, Growth to Value Trade, The Bull Case for Stocks Is Growing on Wall Street, PEP - PepsiCo Inc., FNDF - Schwab Fundame…
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Which US Stock Sectors Face the Greatest Risk from Tariffs?
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Tariffs pose the most significant threat to consumer cyclical and basic materials sectors—such as retail, vehicles, chemicals, and metals, while sectors like consumer defensive, utilities, and healthcare are expected to weather the impact with limited damage. Today's Stocks & Topics: CEG - Constellation Energy Corp., RIO - Rio Tinto PLC ADR, Market…
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3 Tricky Decisions Every Retirement Plan Must Address
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Retirees must decide how much to withdraw annually, whether to purchase long-term-care insurance, and look into the pros and cons of buying an annuity. Today's Stocks & Topics: GIS - General Mills Inc., Market Wrap, APLD - Applied Digital Corp., 3 Tricky Decisions Every Retirement Plan Must Address, TPH - Tri Pointe Homes Inc., Pros and Cons of Buy…
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Drop in International Tourism Hits U.S. Economy and Local Jobs
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Tariffs, stricter immigration policies, and a strong dollar have triggered a sharp decline in tourism revenue for the U.S. Today's Stocks & Topics: D - Dominion Energy Inc., Marke Wrap, GWRE - Guidewire Software Inc., NBIS - Nebius Group N.V. Cl A, DOCU - DocuSign Inc., KSA - iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF, Drop in International Tourism Hits U.S. Ec…
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Some Americans Are Shifting their Summer Plans to Avoid Tariff Price Hikes
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Facing rising prices, many Americans are scaling back or changing their summer travel and leisure plans to save money and avoid financial strain. Today's Stocks & Topics: BRKB - Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Cl B, Market Wrap, CUBE – Cube Smart, EXR - Extra Space Storage Inc., PSA - Public Storage, Current Bond Market, Some Americans Are Shifting their S…
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What Homeowners Need to Know Before Borrowing Against Home Equity
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Experts start with advice to carefully compare lenders, and understand the pros and cons of home equity loans and HELOCs before borrowing against their home’s value. Today's Stocks & Topics: JPST - JPMorgan Ultra Short Income ETF, Market Wrap, FLS - Flowserve Corp., What Homeowners Need to Know Before Borrowing Against Home Equity, Investing in Lar…
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Aviation Takes Off Despite Global Economic Challenges
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The aviation industry is projected to achieve record revenues and higher profits in 2025, fueled by lower jet fuel prices and strong passenger demand. Today's Stocks & Topics: OMC - Omnicom Group Inc., Market Wrap, Aviation Takes Off Despite Global Economic Challenges, TER - Teradyne Inc., Roth I-R-A Withdrawals, FLBR - Franklin FTSE Brazil ETF, Go…
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Groceries Now, Pay Later: Shoppers Turn to Loans for Everyday Essentials
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A surge in shoppers using “buy now, pay later” loans for groceries highlights shifting consumer habits and also raises concerns about the growing financial stress facing U.S. households. Today's Stocks & Topics: FZIPX - Fidelity ZERO Extended Market Index Fund, Market Wrap, ISRG - Intuitive Surgical Inc., Groceries Now, Pay Later: Shoppers Turn to …
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How Often Should You Switch Savings Accounts for 5% Yields?
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Financial experts suggest reviewing your savings rate quarterly and switching accounts once or twice a year to ensure you’re not leaving significant money on the table. Today's Stocks & Topics: ET - Energy Transfer LP, CUBE - CubeSmart, Market Wrap, How Often Should You Switch Savings Accounts for 5% Yields?, BMY - Bristol Myers Squibb Co., AAPL - …
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More Economists Now Predict Home Prices Will Drop in 2025
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As rising inventory and high mortgage rates weigh on the housing market, a growing number of economists expect U.S. home prices to decline this year. Today's Stocks & Topics: AVGO - Broadcom Inc., Market Wrap, REGN - Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., More Economists Now Predict Home Prices Will Drop in 2025, LLY - Eli Lilly & Co., PBF - PBF Energy In…
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Japan Bond Yield Surge Raises Carry Trade Unwind Concerns
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Japan’s government bond yields have surged, sparking fears that investors may unwind carry trades, potentially impacting global financial markets. Today's Stocks & Topics: LECO - Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc., MDT - Medtronic PLC, Market Wrap, Japan Bond Yield Surge Raises Carry Trade Unwind Concerns, Investing in the Country of Morocco, SMH - Van…
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