My Investing Muse (05May25) Layoffs, Delinquency & Closure news UPS has revealed plans to cut 20,000 jobs across its U.S. network, while Penske Logistics will eliminate over 300 positions in Missouri. US Xpress in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has also announced 56 job cuts. - FreightWaves Forever 21 is shuttering all 354 of its leased U.S. stores on May 1, 2025. It has been in the midst of massive liquidation sales across the country; sales of up to 60% off were seen throughout April. Mazda will shut down assembly lines for some of its CX-50 production in Canada at its Huntsville, Alabama plant, the first major automaker to halt U.S. production because of the tariffs. - Pedirayudas Layoffs and bankruptcies hit multiple sectors of the supply chain throughout April, as new or soon-to-be-impos

Source from YOUTUBESource from YOUTUBEBased on the discussion in the Stansberry Investor Hour, here are some key points explaining why the $USD Index(USDindex.FOREX)$ might fall in the next 10 years:USD index Monthly chart, by May 6th 2026Monetary Policy and InflationMoney Printing and Inflation: Larry Leard argues that the current monetary system is under stress and is essentially broken. The government has been engaging in significant money printing to cover large and growing deficits. This money printing is almost a mathematical certainty given the current economic situation. As a result, inflation is likely to become a persistent problem. When inflation rises, the value of the dollar typically falls because it erodes the purchasing p

Options Plays Ahead of FOMC Rate Decision Today, attention is on the FOMC policy decision . The CME FedWatch Tool shows a 99% chance the Fed will keep rates at 4.25%-4.5%, following stronger-than-expected April jobs data. While no rate change is expected, markets will react to Powell’s comments on two key issues: managing inflation risks from tariffs and signs of economic slowing. Powell faces a tough choice. If he sounds too dovish (leaning toward rate cuts), it might fail to control inflation from new tariffs. If too hawkish (keeping rates high), it could hurt economic growth. Nick Timiraos, a well-known Fed reporter, notes the central bank risks causing either a recession or stubborn inflation no matter what it does. Bloomberg analysts expect Powell to focus on fighting inflation, while

The financial world held its breath as Jerome Powell stepped to the podium last Wednesday. With inflation still hovering above target and economic growth showing signs of cooling, the big question remains: Will the Fed really deliver three rate cuts this year? Despite the market's recent jitters, there's a compelling case that not only are three cuts still in play—they could be the rocket fuel that launches stocks to new all-time highs. Reading Between the Fed's Lines The latest FOMC statement was a masterclass in central bank ambiguity, but the clues are there for those who know where to look: The Dovish Undertones: Removal of "additional policy firming" language. Acknowledgment that job gains remain "strong" but are "moderating" Powell's admission that inflation doesn't need to hit 2% b

East Asia  $CSOP LOW CARBON US$(LCU.SI)$ WTD return: +0.97% LCU gained WTD in USD and gains were led by consumer discretionary, communication services and industrials by sectors and $TENCENT(00700)$ , $MEITUAN(MPNGF)$ and $BABA-W(09988)$ by individual firms. According to Bloomberg data, Tencent led Hong Kong’s share buybacks in April. Meanwhile, Meituan rose due to robust hotel bookings and travel-related orders during China’s labor day holiday. $CSOP SEA TECH ETF US$(SQU.SI)$ WTD return: +0.87% SQU rose WTD in USD and gains were primarily attributable to MD Entert

FOMC Keeps Fed Funds Rate Steady, Citing Rising Risks of Unemployment, Inflation The Federal Open Market Committee kept the target fed funds rate steady at its current level of at of 4.25% to 4.5%, citing rising risks of unemployment and accelerating inflation. "Uncertainty about the economic outlook has increased further," policymakers said in a statement released at the end of its two-day meeting Wednesday afternoon. "The Committee is attentive to the risks to both sides of its dual mandate and judges that the risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen."  Fed Chairman Jerome Powell declined to say when policymakers can resume cutting interest rates again, noting that they will need to see evidence of what the impact from President Donald Trump's tariffs on employme

FOMC Preview: Rate Cut Hopes Face a Market Test As May 2025 unfolds, all eyes are on this week’s FOMC meeting, where the big question is whether the Federal Reserve will deliver three 25-basis-point rate cuts this year. Markets currently expect the federal funds rate to hold steady at 4.25%-4.50% during this policy session, a stance bolstered by last Friday’s robust April nonfarm payroll report. The data revealed stronger-than-anticipated job growth and a stable unemployment rate, signaling economic resilience. This gives the Fed room to pause rather than rush into rate cuts. Yet, markets are still betting on 75 basis points of easing—equivalent to three cuts. Is this optimism justified, or are we in for a reality check? First, the Fed’s decision-making hinges on a delicate balance. Since

🌟🌟🌟The latest FOMC meeting concluded with a decision to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%.  This has reinforced the Feds  wait and see approach amid ongoing uncertainties such as the impact of tariffs, mixed inflation data and muted labour market changes. With interest rates holding steady, I expect short term volatility.  However the strong earnings and resilient corporate performance have already fueled an impressive rebound. @Tiger_comments @Tiger_SG @TigerStars @CaptainTiger

🌟🌟🌟The Best strategy in the midst of global uncertainties is to continue to stay invested in Index ETFs such as $SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF(SPLG)$ because in the long term, they will continue to grow exponentially.  Patience and time in the markets will prevail ultimately. @Tiger_comments @Tiger_SG @TigerStars @CaptainTiger @TigerClub

I still don't know how to use this add, how them make money? How to get money from where?

No maybe just one Or maybe a big surprise and 3 cuts who knows!!!

3 cuts is not possible anymore. Looking at 2 cuts [Happy]