Dividend Aristocrats includes high-dividend stocks that offer a regular stream of income to investors in the form of dividend payments. High-dividend stocks are often issued by stable, established companies with strong cash flows and earnings. They are defensive investments because they tend to be less volatile than other types of stocks. During periods of market volatility or economic uncertainty, these stocks may hold up better than growth stocks, which can help protect investors during market downturns. Refer to the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index for more details.
Weekly Outlook | Trump's speech on "Winning the AI Race" is coming, will it help push the Nasdaq to new highs? The earnings report season for the "Seven Giants" of the U.S. stock market begins, with Tesla and Google's performance set to be revealed.
For the global financial market, with a relatively light schedule of economic data next week, Earnings Reports and various events will become the key factors influencing market performance.
Don't rush to sell! A former Goldman Sachs star strategist predicts: U.S. stocks could rise for at least another month.
① Former Goldman Sachs star strategist Scott Rubner expects the rally in U.S. Stocks to last for at least another month, influenced by factors such as company stock buybacks; ② Rubner stated that he is bullish on U.S. Stocks over the next month, as fundamental earnings and positive fund flows can drive the market, and the seasonal period in July is particularly favorable for U.S. Stocks.
Following an optimistic signal from the visit to Japan, Bessent: The U.S. and Japan can reach a good trade agreement.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent, currently visiting Japan, stated on Friday local time that the two countries can reach a 'good' trade agreement, but hinted that the process may require more time.
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Will Trump's tariffs be fully intensified? Media reports indicate that tariffs on multiple Industries will come before August 1, covering up to 70% of imports from one country.
The media reported that following Trump's announcement of Copper tariffs effective August 1, the Trump team is discussing the announcement of tariffs on lumber, chips, critical minerals, and pharmaceuticals. These products are all subjects of the ongoing Section 232 investigation by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Trump recently threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% on pharmaceuticals, stating that the timeline for semiconductor tariffs is similar to that of pharmaceuticals and is 'not very complicated.' Some U.S. lawmakers are urging tariffs of at least 60% on wooden products.
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