The Impact of Federal Interest Rate Cut on Consumers

The Fed cut the Fed Funds Rate by a quarter point last week. This is the first cut in since 2008. The reduction in rate will have an impact on consumers’ borrowing costs. All types of loans from mortgages to auto loans will cost a little lower. The following infographic from Schwab shows some of …

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Knowledge is Power: Greedy Ghost, American Middle Class, Innovative Companies Edition

The S&P 500 is up by 17% YTD on price only basis. US equities have performed well so far this year however many headwinds are still lingering for the reminder of the year including the ongoing trade fight with China. It remains to be seen if the gains will hold through the end of the …

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11 International Dividend Heros

Dividend paying stocks are an integral part of a well diversified portfolio. There are many quality dividend stocks around the world. The following table lists some of the top international dividend payers. For example, US energy giant Chevron(CVX) has consistently increased the dividend for the past 31 years. Swiss pharma firm Roche(RHHBY) has increased dividends …

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