We've already seen a much different market in 2026 than the one we experienced from 2023 to 2025. No longer is tech dominating the discussion. Cyclicals are broadly outperforming the S&P 500 , small caps have gotten off to a roaring start, and precious metals continue last year's rally. Given the concentration issue alone, I think investors should consider adjusting any large-cap or tech-heavy all...
We've already seen a much different market in 2026 than the one we experienced from 2023 to 2025. No longer is tech dominating the discussion. Cyclicals are broadly outperforming the S&P 500 , small caps have gotten off to a roaring start, and precious metals continue last year's rally. Given the concentration issue alone, I think investors should consider adjusting any large-cap or tech-heavy allocations. Market breadth has improved considerably and investors may want to focus on diversification this year. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading
The iShares National Muni Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:MUB) and the iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:AGG) differ most in market exposure, with AGG’s broader U.S. investment-grade bond coverage, a deeper historical drawdown, and a modestly higher yield, while both maintain low costs and high liquidity. This comparison pits two popular iShares bond ETFs against each other: MUB, which targets investm...
The iShares National Muni Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:MUB) and the iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:AGG) differ most in market exposure, with AGG’s broader U.S. investment-grade bond coverage, a deeper historical drawdown, and a modestly higher yield, while both maintain low costs and high liquidity. This comparison pits two popular iShares bond ETFs against each other: MUB, which targets investment-grade U.S. municipal bonds, and AGG, which tracks the U.S. investment-grade bond universe. Both appeal to investors seeking core fixed income exposure, but their risk, yield, and portfolio makeup diverge in meaningful ways. Continue reading
UK's Starmer Lambasts Trump Remarks On NATO Troops: "Insulting & Frankly Appalling" President Trump has added fresh fuel to the fire amid historic inter-NATO tensions as the Greenland issue is front and center. The US leader told Fox News on Thursday the United States had ultimately "never needed" the NATO alliance and accused allies of staying "a little off the front lines" in Afghanistan . "I've...
UK's Starmer Lambasts Trump Remarks On NATO Troops: "Insulting & Frankly Appalling" President Trump has added fresh fuel to the fire amid historic inter-NATO tensions as the Greenland issue is front and center. The US leader told Fox News on Thursday the United States had ultimately "never needed" the NATO alliance and accused allies of staying "a little off the front lines" in Afghanistan . "I've always said, will they be there if we ever needed them? That's really the ultimate test. I'm not sure of that," Trump said in the interview, a clip of which can be watched below. "We've never needed them. They'll say they sent some troops to Afghanistan and this or that. And they did. They stayed a little back, off the front lines." Trump on NATO: "I've always said, will they be there if we ever needed them? That's really the ultimate test. I'm not sure of that. We've never needed them. They'll say they sent some troops to Afghanistan and this or that. And they did. They stayed a little back, off the front… pic.twitter.com/fA0i1S3LxY — Open Source Intel (@Osint613) January 22, 2026 Trump's words have gone viral across Europe, triggering an avalanche of angry denunciations, with various leaders - including military generals - demanding an apology. One of the fiercest reactions is coming from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, given that 457 members of the British armed forces died in Afghanistan over the course of the 20+ year-long war and occupation. Starmer denounced the remarks as "insulting and frankly appalling" and suggested the US president should apologize. He said he will never forget the sacrifice and bravery of British soldiers who fought for the US-NATO coalition in Afghanistan, and added he is "not surprised" Trump's words "have caused such hurt" . Downing Street has also slammed the remarks as "wrong". Source: @MidOfficer/X The BBC and other UK outlets have been giving live coverage to British and European leaders' reactions, and even interviewing family members ...