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Although the latest inflation and employment reports indicate a resilient economy, the Fed’s persistence to keep interest rates high has caused widespread concerns about an economic slowdown. With uncertainties surrounding the economy, we think it could be wise to buy and hold large-cap stocks Merck & Co. (MRK), Coca-Cola (KO),…

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week to their lowest level in 16 weeks, defying the Federal Reserve’s attempts to slow the economy and bring down inflation

"Are you actually bullish now?". That was the question I got from StockNews CEO Steve Reitmeister late last week after I published my commentary for my POWR Stocks Under $10 newsletter. Even though he and I differ about our respective stock market (SPY) outlooks from time to time, I think…

U.S. retail sales fell by the most in a year and business equipment production slumped, raising concerns that the economy is losing momentum under the weight of tighter Federal Reserve policy.

While some Davos attendees warned of a looming recession, Cisco's CEO isn't worried. And Carlyle Group's co-founder argued that it might even be a good time to invest in stocks.

The Fed’s indication to keep raising interest rates through this year and looming recession fears will likely keep the stock market under pressure for the near term. Therefore, investors looking for stability amid an uncertain macroeconomic environment could consider buying fundamentally strong dividend-paying healthcare stocks Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Pfizer…

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing “mild symptoms,” the Federal Reserve announced

As long as inflation stays above the Fed’s 2% target rate, a series of rate hikes could potentially tip the economy into a recession. However, fast-food stocks make safe investments due to their steady demand during times of economic distress. Hence, fundamentally sound fast food stocks, McDonald's (MCD) and Chipotle…

Growing evidence that high inflation is finally easing shows that the Federal Reserve’s sharp interest rate hikes are working as intended, says Loretta Mester, a key Fed policymaker

Amid easing inflation and a strong labor market, investor sentiments have been improving, raising the odds of a ‘soft landing.’ Therefore, buying quality stocks Cisco Systems (CSCO) and Albertsons Companies (ACI) might be a genius move right now. Read on….

While inflation pressures seem to be cooling, the Fed is expected to continue with its rate hikes, raising the chances of a recession this year. Hence, high-dividend stocks AbbVie (ABBV), Gilead Sciences (GILD), and Marine Products (MPX) might be solid buys for steady income amid current uncertainties. Keep reading.