monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold futures pared earlier losses but closed sharply lower Monday after President Trump said he would postpone threatened strikes on Iranian infrastructure and said the U.S. had engaged in productive talks with Iran toward ending hostilities, but prices remained under pressure from concerns over inflation and higher interest rates. Surging energy prices, with Brent...
monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold futures pared earlier losses but closed sharply lower Monday after President Trump said he would postpone threatened strikes on Iranian infrastructure and said the U.S. had engaged in productive talks with Iran toward ending hostilities, but prices remained under pressure from concerns over inflation and higher interest rates. Surging energy prices, with Brent crude pushing past $100/bbl before pulling back, have raised expectations for higher interest rates, dampening the outlook for non-yielding assets. " Gold is right now trading like a risk asset, as it has during most broad risk-off moments over the past two decades," Citigroup analysts said in a note. "This pro-cyclical risk asset behavior is particularly extreme given the large amount of momentum and retail buying of gold that we have seen over the past six months." The yellow metal has shed more than $1,000/oz since its all-time record high posted in January, and many analysts expect continued heightened volatility in the short term, with the Iran war boosting inflation fears and weighing on the outlook for global growth, before reasserting its long-term role as a store of wealth. Gold's one-day jump at the start of the Iran war followed by a period of declines is consistent with previous episodes of extreme shocks, where liquidity needs outweigh safe-haven demand in the early stages, analysts at ANZ wrote. The metal's recent decline is "a late stage shakeout before a massive continuation of trend," John Caruso of RJO Futures said in a note. "The bigger picture remains intact: ballooning G7 budget deficits, sticky inflation, and central bank foreign reserve diversification amid sustained deglobalisation," SP Angel analyst John Meyer wrote. After tumbling nearly 10% last week , front-month Comex gold ( XAUUSD:CUR ) for March delivery ended down 3.6% to $4,404.10/oz, its eighth loss in the past nine sessions and its lowest settlement value since January 2, and front-...
Key Points The VanEck BDC Income ETF is faltering this year. Issues in the private credit space, including the Blue Owl Capital mess, are weighing on it. Some experts believe there’s now historical value available with these direct lenders. 10 stocks we like better than VanEck ETF Trust - VanEck Bdc Income ETF › One of the big themes emerging in the early stages of 2026 is rising fears about the s...
Key Points The VanEck BDC Income ETF is faltering this year. Issues in the private credit space, including the Blue Owl Capital mess, are weighing on it. Some experts believe there’s now historical value available with these direct lenders. 10 stocks we like better than VanEck ETF Trust - VanEck Bdc Income ETF › One of the big themes emerging in the early stages of 2026 is rising fears about the state of private credit markets, with Blue Owl Capital (NYSE: OBDC) ranking as one of the epicenters of that angst. This is an admittedly condensed version of what took place and what's roiling private credit investors: Blue Owl Capital is essentially a business development company (BDC), meaning it's a non-bank lender. Last month, the company announced a permanent halt to redemptions at one of its funds geared toward retail investors, pledging to compensate those stakeholders with capital from asset sales and loan payments. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » That's a very simplified version of what happened, but the takeaways are much more straightforward. Investors, even some pros, are spooked about private credit at the moment. Second, risk-tolerant market participants may find value in BDCs. Enter the VanEck BDC Income ETF (NYSEMKT: BIZD). For the bold, BIZD may be a value play Understanding why the BIZD ETF, the second-highest yielder in the VanEck suite, is down by more than 12% so far this year is easy. Investors are skittish about this asset class. Blue Owl Capital is the fund's second-largest holding, with a 8.4% weight, and as lost more than 38% in stock price in 2026. But there are some gray areas to consider. Private credit default rates hit new highs last year. Still, the bulk of those disasters are confined to small issuers, while larger issuers have significantly longer odds of ...
Key Points A prominent member of the C-suite more than doubled his position in the company. He now owns more than 574,000 shares. 10 stocks we like better than Grocery Outlet › Grocery Outlet (NASDAQ: GO) has had its struggles lately, but you wouldn't know that from its stock's performance on Monday. Investors eagerly snapped up shares of the food retailer to send them to a more than 11% gain that...
Key Points A prominent member of the C-suite more than doubled his position in the company. He now owns more than 574,000 shares. 10 stocks we like better than Grocery Outlet › Grocery Outlet (NASDAQ: GO) has had its struggles lately, but you wouldn't know that from its stock's performance on Monday. Investors eagerly snapped up shares of the food retailer to send them to a more than 11% gain that trading session. The main catalyst in the rally was a chunky insider stock buy. A major insider move In a regulatory filing, Grocery Outlet divulged that its CEO and chairman, Jason Potter, purchased 286,097 shares of the company's common stock last Thursday, March 19. The price was $5.90 per share, for a total outlay of just under $1.7 million. The buy-in more than doubled his stake; it now stands at 574,366 shares. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Potter's move comes less than three weeks after Grocery Outlet published an earnings report that disappointed investors. Although its fiscal fourth quarter of 2025 saw the retailer grow net sales by almost 11% year-over-year (to $1.22 billion), much of that rise had to do with an extra week in that quarter compared to the year-ago period. Comparable sales, a closely watched metric in the retail world, seemed more revealing. They fell by nearly 1% in the reported quarter. Meanwhile, despite a 29% rise in net income not under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to $18.7 million, that line item came in under the consensus analyst estimate. Strong buy... according to the CEO Potter's bold move sent a strong enough signal to the market that he believes in the company's future. It also served as a reminder that those quarterly results weren't as disastrous as the market's initial reaction might have suggested. Still, with a "business opti...
Troubadour Resources ( TR:CA )(OTC PINK:TROUF) said on Monday it has withdrawn its previously announced non-brokered private placements of units and flow-through units. The company said it has decided not to proceed with the offerings at this time. Troubadour added it will continue to evaluate alternative financing options as it advances its business objectives. TROUF closed -7.88% at $0.0187. Sou...
Troubadour Resources ( TR:CA )(OTC PINK:TROUF) said on Monday it has withdrawn its previously announced non-brokered private placements of units and flow-through units. The company said it has decided not to proceed with the offerings at this time. Troubadour added it will continue to evaluate alternative financing options as it advances its business objectives. TROUF closed -7.88% at $0.0187. Source: Press Release More on Troubadour Resources Inc. Troubadour Resources launches $3M non-brokered private placement Financial information for Troubadour Resources Inc.
Available for over a year Donald Trump has told reporters there have been talks between the US and Iran in which the two sides had “major points of agreement” and both wanted “to make a deal”. The US president says his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner talked to Iran on Sunday and that discussions would continue on Monday. However, the Fars news agency, which is linked t...
Available for over a year Donald Trump has told reporters there have been talks between the US and Iran in which the two sides had “major points of agreement” and both wanted “to make a deal”. The US president says his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner talked to Iran on Sunday and that discussions would continue on Monday. However, the Fars news agency, which is linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, denied any such talks took place, saying there were neither direct nor indirect communications with the US. Iran’s foreign ministry reportedly said that Trump’s statements were “part of efforts to reduce energy prices and buy time to implement his military plans”, with state media saying they showed the US president was “backing down”. Trump said the US is talking to a “top person” within the Iranian regime to try to end the war, but this person was not the new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. In this episode, Justin, Sumi and Marianna answer your questions with Matt Chorley on 5 Live and discuss what might be going on with the conflicting statements behind the scenes. This comes after a Trump ultimatum issued on Saturday evening - for Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz by Monday midnight, or have its power plants bombed. The team also answer questions on who’s influencing Trump, what is public opinion in the US and where this war puts Vice President JD Vance. HOSTS: • Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter • Sumi Somaskanda, North America Correspondent • Marianna Spring, Social Media Investigations Senior Correspondent GET IN TOUCH: • Join our online community: https://discord.gg/qSrxqNcmRB • Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 9480 • Email Americast@bbc.co.uk • Or use #Americast This episode was made by Purvee Pattni and Alix Pickles. The technical producer was James Piper. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham. If you want to be notified every time we publish a new episode...
Maryna Iaroshenko/iStock via Getty Images Duluth Holdings Inc. ( DLTH ) is finally showing signs of stabilization. The workwear, outdoor apparel, and casual wear retailer has struggled massively in past years as sales have slumped, resulting in a significant earnings decline. A focus on core assortments, price integrity, and more efficient operations finally drove encouraging profitability in the ...
Maryna Iaroshenko/iStock via Getty Images Duluth Holdings Inc. ( DLTH ) is finally showing signs of stabilization. The workwear, outdoor apparel, and casual wear retailer has struggled massively in past years as sales have slumped, resulting in a significant earnings decline. A focus on core assortments, price integrity, and more efficient operations finally drove encouraging profitability in the recent Q4 report . A successful turnaround could create significant upside in the investment, but such a turnaround is still too uncertain to price in for now. While Q4 results have sent Duluth’s stock up considerably, the stock’s long-term performance clearly reflects the company’s issues. The stock has lost most of its value during the past decade. Seeking Alpha Duluth's Past Years' Earnings Haven't Been Pretty Duluth’s financial performance hasn’t been pretty in the past few years. Revenues have turned into a near-consistent downward trend after FY2021, and earnings have followed. The company still generated $51.9 million in adjusted EBITDA in both FY2018 and FY2019, but most recently, FY2025 only showed EBITDA of $24.9 million at a thin 4.4% margin. Fixed cost deleverage in retail stores and other functions, and increased promotional activity, have weighed considerably on Duluth’s margins while sales have declined. Author's Illustration Using TIKR Data Underneath, Duluth’s brands don’t seem to have resonated well with consumers anymore. There are a number of other workwear brands that have a more modern brand image than Duluth and the company’s other names, including competitors such as Carhartt, Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( KTB )-owned Wrangler, and Dickies, among others. The outdoor and lifestyle categories include names such as Columbia Sportswear Company ( COLM ), Patagonia, and V.F. Corporation ( VFC )-owned The North Face. The market is crowded, and Duluth clearly doesn’t have a stable market position. Duluth is working towards a turnaround through several strategic eff...
In the latest close session, Apple (AAPL) was up +1.41% at $251.49. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 1.15% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 1.38%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.38%. The maker of iPhones, iPads and other products's shares have seen a decrease of 6.27% over the last month, not keeping up with the Computer and Technology sector's ...
In the latest close session, Apple (AAPL) was up +1.41% at $251.49. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 1.15% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 1.38%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.38%. The maker of iPhones, iPads and other products's shares have seen a decrease of 6.27% over the last month, not keeping up with the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 5.27% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.69%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Apple in its upcoming release. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.88, showcasing a 13.94% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $108.88 billion, up 14.18% from the prior-year quarter. In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $8.41 per share and a revenue of $461.19 billion, indicating changes of +12.73% and +10.82%, respectively, from the former year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Apple. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook. Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system. The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.01% higher. Apple is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now. In the context of valuation, Apple is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 29.49. F...
In the latest trading session, Amazon (AMZN) closed at $210.25, marking a +2.38% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.15%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 1.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.38%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 2.26% over the last month, surpassing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss...
In the latest trading session, Amazon (AMZN) closed at $210.25, marking a +2.38% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.15%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 1.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.38%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 2.26% over the last month, surpassing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 6.15% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.69%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Amazon in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.69, indicating a 6.29% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $177.54 billion, reflecting a 14.05% rise from the equivalent quarter last year. Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $7.78 per share and revenue of $804.57 billion. These totals would mark changes of +8.51% and +12.23%, respectively, from last year. Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Amazon. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system. The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.11% increase. Amazon presently features a Zacks Rank of...
In the latest trading session, Amazon (AMZN) closed at $210.25, marking a +2.38% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.15%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 1.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.38%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 2.26% over the last month, surpassing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss...
In the latest trading session, Amazon (AMZN) closed at $210.25, marking a +2.38% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.15%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 1.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.38%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 2.26% over the last month, surpassing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 6.15% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.69%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Amazon in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.69, indicating a 6.29% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $177.54 billion, reflecting a 14.05% rise from the equivalent quarter last year. Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $7.78 per share and revenue of $804.57 billion. These totals would mark changes of +8.51% and +12.23%, respectively, from last year. Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Amazon. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system. The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.11% increase. Amazon presently features a Zacks Rank of...
Teenage talent team up in doubles before playing each other at Miami Open in changing world of women’s game Victoria Mboko and Mirra Andreeva, the two highest-ranked teenagers in the world, prepared for their marquee Miami Open fourth-round match in an unusual manner. Aside from being the two protagonists of the freshest rivalry in women’s tennis, they are also great friends, and so they spent the...
Teenage talent team up in doubles before playing each other at Miami Open in changing world of women’s game Victoria Mboko and Mirra Andreeva, the two highest-ranked teenagers in the world, prepared for their marquee Miami Open fourth-round match in an unusual manner. Aside from being the two protagonists of the freshest rivalry in women’s tennis, they are also great friends, and so they spent the afternoon before their big match against each other competing on the same side of the net in doubles. This was an opportunity to giggle, relax and enjoy themselves on one of the smaller courts in Miami, but Mboko and Andreeva are ranked No 9 and No 10 in the world for a reason. Two fiercely competitive beings determined to win every time on the court, they fought desperately and emerged with an impressive result. After trailing 0-5 against the eighth seeds, Demi Schuurs and Ellen Perez, in the opening set and facing eight set points scattered across the set, they somehow emerged from the match with a straight-sets win. Continue reading...
The dollar fell after US President Donald Trump said he would postpone strikes against Iranian energy targets, prompting energy prices to decline. The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index declined 0.4% Monday in New York trading, reversing gains from earlier in the session when it touched the highest level since December. Trump cited talks about ending the conflict that were later downplayed by Iranian med...
The dollar fell after US President Donald Trump said he would postpone strikes against Iranian energy targets, prompting energy prices to decline. The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index declined 0.4% Monday in New York trading, reversing gains from earlier in the session when it touched the highest level since December. Trump cited talks about ending the conflict that were later downplayed by Iranian media, but that was enough to bring relief. Brent crude fell sharply to below $100 a barrel and US Treasuries rebounded, sending yields across the curve lower on Monday, while stocks gained. TD Securities Head of FX Strategy Jayati Bharadwaj joins Bloomberg Businessweek Daily to discuss. She speaks with Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. (Source: Bloomberg)
President Trump's pick for surgeon general, Casey Means, is in jeopardy, as at least four Republican senators have expressed misgivings over her medical qualifications, views on vaccines, and some dubious advice she's given as a wellness influencer, according to reporting from The Washington Post . Senators Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Thom Ti...
President Trump's pick for surgeon general, Casey Means, is in jeopardy, as at least four Republican senators have expressed misgivings over her medical qualifications, views on vaccines, and some dubious advice she's given as a wellness influencer, according to reporting from The Washington Post . Senators Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) all expressed concern about her potential role in a confirmation hearing last month and appear to remain doubtful. Just one of those senators may be enough to block her nomination from advancing beyond the Senate Health committee. Means, who was nominated more than 10 months ago, is known as a prominent wellness influencer within the Make America Health Again movement and a close ally of anti-vaccine Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who started it. In the hearing, senators pressed Means on her views on vaccines, including shots against the flu and measles and a dose of hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. She largely dodged the questions, refusing to explicitly recommend the life-saving shots and avoided overtly contradicting Kennedy's anti-vaccine views and misinformation. Read full article Comments
If you're rapidly moving toward retirement, chances are, you're busy. Don't get so busy, though, that you allow details to fall through the cracks. Failure to sign up for Medicare could have a lasting impact on your finances. When you're required to sign up for Medicare The Initial Enrollment Period for Medicare lasts for seven months, beginning three months before you turn 65 and ending three mon...
If you're rapidly moving toward retirement, chances are, you're busy. Don't get so busy, though, that you allow details to fall through the cracks. Failure to sign up for Medicare could have a lasting impact on your finances. When you're required to sign up for Medicare The Initial Enrollment Period for Medicare lasts for seven months, beginning three months before you turn 65 and ending three months after that milestone birthday. For example, if you were born in July, your Initial Enrollment Period would be from April through October of the year in which you turn 65. Mark your calendar. At 65, you're generally required to sign up for Medicare. At 67, you've likely hit your full retirement age (FRA). What happens if you don't sign up on time While you can sign up for Part A anytime during the year in which you turn 65, missing your Medicare enrollment deadline for Parts B and D can trigger a permanent lifelong penalty. For each 12-month period you're eligible but don't enroll, your premiums will cost 10% more. Let's say you're cruising the world for fun and totally forget to enroll until age 68. Because you're three years late, your penalty is 30%. Assuming you pay nothing for Part A but pay the base amounts for Parts B and D, your monthly premium should be $241.89 per month ($202.90 for Part B + $38.99 for Part D). However, a 30% penalty will bump it to $314.46 per month. That's $870.84 more per year, and after 12 years, you'll have spent an additional $10,450 on penalties. Exceptions to the rule Health care in retirement is essential. However, it may be possible for avoid the Medicare enrollment penalty. For example: Part B exemptions Employer-sponsored coverage: If you or your spouse is still working and has health coverage through an employer with 20 or more employees, you may not face penalties as long as you sign up for Medicare within eight months of that employer-sponsored coverage ending. If you or your spouse is still working and has health coverage throug...