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What Is the Impact of Moody’s Credit Downgrade on the U.S. Economy and You?

28.05.25 03:04 PM - By Sohan - Comment(s)

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In May 2025, Moody’s downgraded the U.S. long-term credit rating from Aaa to Aa1, the first time in over a century the country lacks a top-tier rating from all three major agencies. The downgrade cites soaring federal debt exceeding $36 trillion, over $1 trillion in annual interest payments, and per...

What happened today with the markets?

09.04.25 08:54 PM - By Cullen - Comment(s)

Trump’s 90-day tariff cut to 10% eased market fears and sparked a rally, calming Treasury concerns. But rising tariffs on China signal escalating tensions, posing hidden risks to China-exposed stocks despite broad market optimism.

What Happens to the S&P 500 P/E Ratio During Recessions?

08.04.25 08:10 PM - By Cullen - Comment(s)

Discover how the S&P 500’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio has behaved during past recessions and what it means for investors today. We explore historical market multiples across economic downturns to help guide smarter investment decisions.

Assessing how the Trump impact on inflation, rates, taxes, and regulation will balance out for the economy and equity market.

19.12.24 10:37 AM - By Cullen - Comment(s)

When governments add tariffs (extra taxes) to imports, the prices of those goods go up. For example, when washing machines were hit with tariffs in 2018, their prices in the U.S. jumped 12% in just a few months. Tariffs make things more expensive for businesses and families, which can increase infla...

PE Ratios, Price-to-Sales, and More: Finding Value in the Market

27.11.24 10:23 AM - By Deshant - Comment(s)

When it comes to investing, finding the right stocks at the right price is the key to success. But how can you tell if a stock is a bargain, fairly priced, or too expensive? That’s where valuation metrics come into play. These tools help investors compare a stock’s price to its underlying financial ...