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CNBC
27-06-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Look for S&P 500 rally to continue into mid-July, says chart analyst
The S & P 500 could continue to rally for the next few weeks, according to Wolfe Research. "We continue to get asked how much further this rally might run before consolidating. Our thinking has been mid to late July — right in time for the start of second-quarter earnings season and the typical seasonal peak," technical analyst Rob Ginsberg wrote Thursday. Stocks have been on a tear in recent weeks, with the S & P 500 surging more than 20% since reaching a low in April. Equities took a hit on fears that President Donald Trump's tariff policies would hurt corporate profits, slow the economy and maybe lift inflation. .SPX YTD bar SPX year to date Trade pressures have since eased, sending stocks to within a whisker of record levels. The S & P 500 entered Friday's session just 0.1% below its all-time intraday high set in February. S & P 500 futures were up around 0.2%, signaling a new record will be set at the open. Ginsberg also noted that the grind back to record highs comes as large speculators take out larger short positions, betting that prices will fall. The analyst said short positions on S & P 500 futures are at their highest levels since the first quarter of 2024. "If the VIX breaks support and large specs start covering, that could be the fuel for some near-term capitulation in the weeks ahead" and fuel more market gains, Ginsberg said, referring to the Volatility Index that's traded on the Chicago Board Options Exchange. The VIX, which briefly touched 60 in early April, has tumbled all the way back to 16.23 at Thursday's close. Elsewhere Friday morning on Wall Street, Citizens JMP Securities upgraded Google-parent Alphabet , calling for more than 20% upside on the stock citing benefits from artificial intelligence. "We believe AI is a net tailwind, with ChatGPT's impact too small today to move enough queries away from Google to materially impact results, while AI is expanding the search opportunity by answering a broader array of queries and extending monetization as AI better infers user intent," analyst Andrew Boone wrote in a note published Thursday.
Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Horizon Adds Three ETFs to Its Growing Lineup of Solutions Tailored to Today's Modern Financial Advisor
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Horizon, a provider of highly customized investment and technology solutions designed to fuel the growth of financial advisors, launched three new Exchange Traded Funds today on the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE). 'These new funds are designed to help advisors tackle three portfolio challenges: generating income, mitigating risk, and building a stronger core,' said Horizon's Head of ETFs Clark Allen. The funds join the two ETFs the firm introduced in January and represent the latest advancement to the ways in which Horizon can deliver its goals-based approaches to financial advisors and their clients. Joining the Horizon ETF solutions lineup today are: Horizon Core Equity ETF (STOX): Built around a multi-factor active process, the strategy seeks to achieve higher overall volatility than the broad equity market. It aims to enhance total return potential through the tactical use of put spreads, which may help boost income and reshape the portfolio's risk exposure. Horizon Dividend Income ETF (DIVN): Uses rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify companies with a history of stable and growing dividends, aiming to provide current income and long-term capital appreciation opportunities. Horizon Managed Risk ETF (SFTY): Dynamically adjusts its market exposure based on real-time volatility signals, seeking to deliver reduced volatility during turbulent markets while maintaining opportunities for meaningful upside participation. SFTY seeks to achieve its objectives through the use of Horizon's proprietary Risk Assist® process, a rules-based risk management process that involves daily evaluation of market conditions and reduces equity exposure during periods of elevated volatility. 'At Horizon, everything we do is viewed through the lens of how we can empower financial advisors to help their clients reach their financial goals. In conversations with our advisor clients, it became clear there was a gap among tactical approaches to navigating today's complicated markets,' said John Drahzal, President & CEO of Horizon. 'We're thrilled to be bringing these ETFs to market as we continue our efforts to build out that set and to give advisors a more complete range of choices, not just in product strategies but in product wrappers as well.' 'These new funds are designed to help advisors tackle three portfolio challenges: generating income, mitigating risk, and building a stronger core,' said Horizon's Head of ETFs Clark Allen, CFA ®, CPA, CAIA ®. 'STOX, DIVN, and STFY will play a major role in our ongoing model portfolio efforts and are also now available as standalone solutions for those advisors who take a more bespoke approach to their clients' investments. Every advisor is different, just like every client's journey is different. What they all deserve are the strongest possible building blocks to help make their plans and goals a reality. We're excited to be launching these funds today and for all we have planned on this front in the weeks and months to come.' Horizon's team of experts publishes regular commentary for advisors and clients on market moves and other trends of note, which can be seen on our Insights page. About Horizon Horizon is an industry-recognized firm that provides modern goals-based solutions to empower financial advisors to help their clients reach their financial goals. More than an investment firm, Horizon helps fuel the growth of advisory practices by offering deep expertise, proprietary technology, and customized support. Sitting at the intersection of financial technology, wealth management, and investment solutions, Horizon's unique approach enables advisors to transform their practices and focus on what matters most: building meaningful relationships and guiding clients toward their financial goals. Horizon has advisor clients across the country and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. For more information, please visit Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. For a prospectus with this and other information about the fund, please click here. or call 866-371-2399. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk, including potential loss of principal. There is no assurance that the fund will meet its objective. Investments in securities in general are subject to market risks that may cause their prices to fluctuate over time, and the Fund's investments may decline in value due to factors affecting securities markets generally or to individual fund holdings. The value of investments in fixed income securities and securities in which the underlying investments are fixed income securities are expected to fluctuate with changes in interest rates. Investments in options involve risks different from, or possibly greater than, the risks associated with investing directly in securities, including leverage risk, tracking risk and, in the case of over the counter options, counterparty default risk. Option positions may expire worthless exposing the Fund to potentially significant losses. Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Horizon ETFs are distributed by Quasar Distributors, LLC.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
US Stock Market: Five must-follow points for beginners to make profits, avoid losses at S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Russell 2000
US Stock Market beginners must know risks and benefits of trading at S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000. Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 30, 2025. (Reuters photo) Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads US Stock market, New York Stock Exchange remain the lucrative destination for global investors. Americans and any young investor who want to invest in the Wall Street must understand the dynamics of S&P 500 Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq Russell 2000 , and Chicago Board Options Exchange's CBOE Volatility Index. While US stock markets have their own potential benefits and risks, your choice largely depends on your financial goals, risk appetite, and where you are on your investment journey. Stocks offer direct ownership and control. For beginners, understanding the nuances can help you lay a suitable foundation that helps with long-term investing.S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq are the top three indexes of US Stock Market. Pre-opening session of US Stock Market starts at 6.30 am (ET). The core trading timings are from 9:30 AM (ET) to 4:00 PM (ET).Nasdaq denotes Nasdaq Composite Index. The performance of Nasdaq stock exchange depends on tech companies.S&P 500 stands for Standard & Poor's that tracks top US based companies and 500 of Jones Industrial Average or Dow or DJIA tracks 30 large US based 2000 Index tracks 2,000 small stocks in the US Stock MarketVIX or Chicago Board Options Exchange's CBOE Volatility Index shows 30-day projections whether the market will go in bull mode or slip into bear mode. If VIX is over 30 then it means there is greater risk of you invest in stocks, you are basically buying shares of a company, giving you direct ownership. Stock investments can potentially offer higher returns, but they also come with higher risk levels. Thus, stock prices can be volatile and challenging for beginners to navigate, PTI-NewsVoir investing requires a good understanding of business fundamentals, market trends, and company-specific developments. For those new to investing, this can feel overwhelming, especially in the absence of professional portfolios need to be built manually to spread risk. Stocks may offer higher potential returns but also higher risk. However, stocks also provide the flexibility to enter and exit positions at will and can be suitable for investors who wish to take an active role in managing their those who wish to take their financial decisions independently, stock investing can be explored as a potential option. One important factor to consider before investing is your risk appetite. If you're open to higher risk and potentially higher returns, you can explore stock investing. Although, it is important to note that you need to spend time, effort and energy to understand the stock market, as per PTI-NewsVoir.A1. Key indexes of US Stock Market are S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000.A2. US Stock Market's volatility index is Chicago Board Options Exchange's CBOE Volatility Index.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
J.S. Held Experts Release Action Plan for Senior Management Teams to Manage Tariff Uncertainty
JERICHO, N.Y., May 13, 2025 /CNW/ -- Global consulting firm J.S. Held published today the first in a multi-part video series designed to help businesses and their investors navigate tariff uncertainty. The three-video Tariffs and Trade Series builds upon intelligence, insights, and action plans shared in J.S. Held's Tariffs and Trade resource center, including: Rapidly changing tariff landscape Stress testing company P&Ls Supply chain diversification Strategic planning in times of uncertainty Stakeholder communication Resilience across geographic markets Despite the deal reached between the US and China reducing tariffs for 90 days, management teams around the world continue to closely follow the Chicago Board Options Exchange's CBOE Volatility Index, the VIX, now moderating, having soared to 60.13 on April 7, 2025. As management teams tackle issues across their business emanating from the tariff uncertainty, experts from J.S. Held's restructuring and operations, intellectual property, capital projects, and geopolitical teams gather to provide important strategic guidance and an action plan for senior management teams. The International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook reflects tariff announcements through April 4, 2025, finding "the global economy is at a critical juncture … [with] major policy shifts … resetting the global trade system and giving rise to uncertainty that is once again testing the resilience of the global economy." Restructuring and operations expert Brian Gleason applies the principles utilized in J.S. Held's work advising companies in crisis. Among other insights shared in the video, Brian reinforces the need to "know your cash position and where your availability from lenders and investors stands." He shares further thoughts on how to engage the entire organization and activate key leaders to manage messaging. Intellectual property strategy, management, and monetization expert James E. Malackowski advises in the short term to look at "royalty payments as one of the few expenses that can be quickly adjusted to offset the expense of tariffs." He also advises focusing on counterfeit goods audits. Longer term, as companies consider new manufacturing options, he suggests careful consideration of both the IP legal framework process, and control around company trade secrets. According to the 2025 Tariff Bookings Tracker from VIZION, ocean container freight bookings on a global basis are down 25.4% for the week of April 28, 2025, US freight is down 25.9%, and bookings from China to the US are down 42.7%. Against this backdrop, capital projects, environmental risk, and compliance expert John Peiserich explores the unique additional risks facing senior management teams that are brought about by tariff uncertainty. In the video, John explores how companies can continue to execute on the items that can be controlled and "get the shovel ready, but don't start digging until you have certainty." As J.S. Held shared in the firm's 2024 Global Risk Report, more than four billion people in more than 60 countries went to the polls last year with outcomes that are now shaping economic and social policy. According to International IDEA, an intergovernmental organization, the result of the 2024 Global Elections Super-Cycle witnessed 34% party turnover. Global investigations, political risk, ESG, and business intelligence expert Livia Paggi makes clear that "the rules of the game have changed entirely." Senior management teams should understand that the world is now in an era where there are entirely different sets of rules for businesses to learn. Understanding what stakeholders businesses can rely upon and those they cannot is more important than perhaps ever before. Explore expert analysis and commentary in the J.S. Held Tariffs and Trade Series that informs strategic business decision-making and fosters resilience in an increasingly volatile global market. About J.S. Held J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. More than 1,500 professionals serve organizations across six continents, including 84% of the Global 200 Law Firms, 75% of the Forbes Top 20 Insurance Companies (90% of the NAIC top 50 Property & Casualty Insurers), and 71% of the Fortune 100 Companies. Verdantix, in their Green Quadrant: Enterprise Risk Management Consulting Services (2025) report, benchmarks 15 of the most prominent enterprise risk management (ERM) advisors, identifying global consulting firm J.S. Held among the leading companies based on capabilities and momentum J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB or Ocean Tomo Investments, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/SIPC. All rights reserved. Kristi L. 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Cision Canada
13-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
J.S. Held Experts Release Action Plan for Senior Management Teams to Manage Tariff Uncertainty
JERICHO, N.Y., May 13, 2025 /CNW/ -- Global consulting firm J.S. Held published today the first in a multi-part video series designed to help businesses and their investors navigate tariff uncertainty. The three-video Tariffs and Trade Series builds upon intelligence, insights, and action plans shared in J.S. Held's Tariffs and Trade resource center, including: Rapidly changing tariff landscape Stress testing company P&Ls Supply chain diversification Strategic planning in times of uncertainty Stakeholder communication Resilience across geographic markets Experts from J.S. Held examine the business impacts of tariffs and present an action plan for senior management teams. Post this Despite the deal reached between the US and China reducing tariffs for 90 days, management teams around the world continue to closely follow the Chicago Board Options Exchange's CBOE Volatility Index, the VIX, now moderating, having soared to 60.13 on April 7, 2025. As management teams tackle issues across their business emanating from the tariff uncertainty, experts from J.S. Held's restructuring and operations, intellectual property, capital projects, and geopolitical teams gather to provide important strategic guidance and an action plan for senior management teams. The International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook reflects tariff announcements through April 4, 2025, finding "the global economy is at a critical juncture … [with] major policy shifts … resetting the global trade system and giving rise to uncertainty that is once again testing the resilience of the global economy." Restructuring and operations expert Brian Gleason applies the principles utilized in J.S. Held's work advising companies in crisis. Among other insights shared in the video, Brian reinforces the need to "know your cash position and where your availability from lenders and investors stands." He shares further thoughts on how to engage the entire organization and activate key leaders to manage messaging. Intellectual property strategy, management, and monetization expert James E. Malackowski advises in the short term to look at "royalty payments as one of the few expenses that can be quickly adjusted to offset the expense of tariffs." He also advises focusing on counterfeit goods audits. Longer term, as companies consider new manufacturing options, he suggests careful consideration of both the IP legal framework process, and control around company trade secrets. According to the 2025 Tariff Bookings Tracker from VIZION, ocean container freight bookings on a global basis are down 25.4% for the week of April 28, 2025, US freight is down 25.9%, and bookings from China to the US are down 42.7%. Against this backdrop, capital projects, environmental risk, and compliance expert John Peiserich explores the unique additional risks facing senior management teams that are brought about by tariff uncertainty. In the video, John explores how companies can continue to execute on the items that can be controlled and "get the shovel ready, but don't start digging until you have certainty." As J.S. Held shared in the firm's 2024 Global Risk Report, more than four billion people in more than 60 countries went to the polls last year with outcomes that are now shaping economic and social policy. According to International IDEA, an intergovernmental organization, the result of the 2024 Global Elections Super-Cycle witnessed 34% party turnover. Global investigations, political risk, ESG, and business intelligence expert Livia Paggi makes clear that "the rules of the game have changed entirely." Senior management teams should understand that the world is now in an era where there are entirely different sets of rules for businesses to learn. Understanding what stakeholders businesses can rely upon and those they cannot is more important than perhaps ever before. Explore expert analysis and commentary in the J.S. Held Tariffs and Trade Series that informs strategic business decision-making and fosters resilience in an increasingly volatile global market. About J.S. Held J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. More than 1,500 professionals serve organizations across six continents, including 84% of the Global 200 Law Firms, 75% of the Forbes Top 20 Insurance Companies (90% of the NAIC top 50 Property & Casualty Insurers), and 71% of the Fortune 100 Companies. Verdantix, in their Green Quadrant: Enterprise Risk Management Consulting Services (2025) report, benchmarks 15 of the most prominent enterprise risk management (ERM) advisors, identifying global consulting firm J.S. Held among the leading companies based on capabilities and momentum J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB or Ocean Tomo Investments, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/SIPC. All rights reserved.
