Topic: stock market
Why markets don’t wait for clarity – even as conflict continues in the Middle...
Jessica Jablonowski explores why markets are hovering near all-time highs despite headlines being dominated by geopolitical tensions.
The quiet power of compounding
Compounding is the fundamental engine in investing and key to wealth creation, writes Richard Maparura, CEO of RF Bank & Trust (Cayman)
Escalating Iran war pushes US dollar up and stock markets down
The impact of the ongoing war in Iran is starting to be felt in the Cayman Islands via US financial markets.
Rotate, don’t retreat!
It’s that time of year again when investors may be curious as to whether the adage “sell in May and go away” should be implemented in the current market environment.
Revisiting the 60/40 portfolio
The traditional 60/40 portfolio, where 60% is invested in stocks and 40% in bonds, is often considered the asset allocation bedrock for investors who can take a bit of volatility but still want to protect principal and grow capital over time.
Booms, busts and inflation
As the pandemic receded, it was hoped that the shift from buying durable goods to travel and leisure activities would help to bring inflation back down, but instead we have seen goods inflation remain high and rising prices are now spreading to services.
What’s next for the markets after a tumultuous 2021?
Central bank policies will continue to have great influence on what happens next in the capital markets.
More challenging investment conditions in 2022
Broad-based financial market growth will become more challenging heading into the next year, but specific investment opportunities do exist, according to investment professionals at the virtual Cayman Captive Forum.
Market markers for the months ahead
Investors should be watching a few critical markers which could have both short and longer-term impacts on investment portfolios.
China: How to ride the new wave?
China’s drive towards ‘common prosperity’, aligned with strengthening both national security and social welfare, has resulted in a new wave of regulation which may have a ripple effect that spreads far and wide.
The common pursuit of broad-based prosperity
The two largest countries in the world – the US and China – are currently pursuing strategies with similar objectives but very different paths.
Opportunity in semiconductors
For most of this year, semiconductor stocks have been getting cheaper relative to the rest of the market and that could be an opportunity for long-term investors.
Growth, value or quality?
A good understanding of the business cycle is of paramount importance to investors as this usually helps to inform what strategies to pursue, traditionally choosing between growth (defensive) and value (cyclical) stocks.
Sell in May and go away?
Given the historical performance of the stock market, investors may be curious as to whether the adage is relevant in the current market environment.
How to Play the Great Reopening
Despite some recent choppiness, stock market averages continue to hover near their all-time highs – but that masks a subtle shift occurring beneath the...
Stock dividends on the rise
After a long hiatus, stock dividends may finally be having their day in the sun.
Financial markets turn to optimism as economies are poised to recover
The global coronavirus pandemic triggered a historic sell-off in the stock markets only for them to mount a stunning recovery in equities before the end of 2020.
The record breaker year
RICHARD MAPARURA
When the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic on 11 March, its director general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said, “This is the first...
Hedge funds outperform as stock markets tumble
Hedge funds were always meant to come into their own when market volatility increases.
