#dividend stocks to buy now and hold

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How to buy dividend stocks for beginners

How to buy dividend stocks for beginners

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[moneyhustlers]

Top 5 Best Dividend US Stocks To Buy In June 2023

Top 5 Best Dividend US Stocks To Buy In June 2023 Exploring the Best Dividend US Stocks to Buy in June 2023: A Closer Look at the Economy and Top Picks Introduction: Now that the debt cycle debacle is presumably behind us, we can shift our attention back to the economy. Economic data is lackluster, and there is a split among economists on whether the Federal Reserve will raise rates during their…

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Genshin ships: stock market update (Natlan Act 3+4)

(Warning: May contain spoilers for character appearances and dynamics in [Chapter 5 Act 3–4] Beyond the Smoke and Mirrors and The Rainbow Destined to Burn. Previous entries here.) This is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice: consult with your ship financial advisor before you invest.

Citlali/Traveller — This ship has everything. Handholding. Accidental mind reading tropes. Fast friendships in middle age. Drunken soul-baring. Palm reading. Coparenting dynamics. They sat and watched the moon together. BUY.

Capitano/Traveller — HOLD. Solid starting potential but their interactions have all been too high stakes to get a sense of how their personalities interact.

Mavuika/Capitano — SELL OR HOLD. Too early to call; Act 5 could make or break this.

Mavuika/Xilonen — Our previous recommendation has changed; it's now a strong BUY. Our analysts say they haven't seen this level of weary fondness since 2021's "pay your fines, Captain", and Dainsleif hinting that Xilonen does everything in her power to avoid being around when Mavuika turns up is just icing on the cake.

Kinich/K'uhul Ajaw — HOLD. Just because two people are married doesn't mean there's a ship in there. Sometimes it's just for tax purposes.

Paimon/K'uhul Ajaw — SELL. The world's best travel guide deserves someone who will treat her with respect, such as... uh... Sorush?

Mehrak/K'uhul Ajaw — be serious.

Traveller/Teleport Waypoints — after Act 4? As if. SELL.

Enjou/Aether — BUY BUY BUY does this even need explaining?

Enjou/Lumine — HOLD. Our analysts hurriedly added, “Nonono it's not a gender thing, it's because Aether likes Pyro slimes and Lumine likes Cryo slimes more so really we should be shipping Lumine with the Maguu Kenki or something.”

Chasca/Shenhe — SELL. Bird mating rituals aren't nearly as fun without the possibility of oviposition. Or, um. So I heard. Stick with Xianyun/Kujou Sara.

Cyno/Kinich — *sigh*, no, SELL. Too (ki-)niche.

Ronova/Xbalanque — HOLD OR BUY. Btw, are we sure the Archon War made it west of Liyue? >_>

Citlali/Faruzan — HOLD. It's too early to compare their traumas for thematic compatibility, but it's not out of the question. Watch this space.

Citlali/Draff — *wince*

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We tend not to advise on heavily optioned stocks due to all the short selling activity, but for those of you who were wondering:

Citlali/Ororon — too volatile to call. This is the first explicit (grand)parental relationship between playable characters, so it technically fills a niche, but it's unclear whether that's a niche anyone went into Genshin looking for.

Chuychu/Chasca — the analysts just gave me a really withering look so I guess SELL? "Too soon"? What's that supposed to mean? She's just resting her eyes, right?

Mavuika/Nahida — SELL OR HOLD. The motif of memories as fuel is great and all but Mavuika is way too young.

Ematol/Phonia — SELL. The worst part is that they're not even the kind of sisters where that would have any transgressive je ne sais quoi. They're just like flatmates. Bert and Ernie minus the chemistry.

And that's it for now. Keep an eye on the Sumeru market later this patch— we're expecting predictable dividend payouts on all the blue chip stocks.

[dragonflycap]

4 Trade Ideas for GE Aerospace: Bonus Idea

GE Aerospace, Ticker: $GE, comes into the week breaking resistance and at a new all-time high. The Bollinger Bands® have squeezed in, often a precursor to a move. Price has also reconnected with the rising 20 day SMA. The RSI is slowly rising in the bullish zone with the MACD curling to cross up and positive. There is no resistance above 191.77. Support lower comes at 190 and 183.50. Short interest is low under 1%. The stock pays a dividend with an annual yield of 0.59% and has traded ex-dividend since September 26th. 

The company is expected to report earnings next on October 22nd. The October options chain shows open interest build from 190 to 170 on the put side. On the call side it is focused and largest at the 190 strike. The November chain has biggest open interest at the 165 put and sees it grow from 160 to a peak at 210 on the call side, 10 times larger. Finally, the December chain shows open interest build from 190 to a plateau from 180 to 160 then tail on the put side. On the call side it is large and focused at the 200 and 210 strikes.

GE Aerospace, Ticker: $GE

Trade Idea 1: Buy the stock on a move over 192 with a stop at 184.

Trade Idea 2: Buy the stock on a move over 192 and add an October 25 Expiry 190/180 Put Spread ($3.40) while selling the December 210 Calls ($3.80).

Trade Idea 3: Buy the November/December 200 Call Calendar ($2.85) and sell the November 175 Put ($2.20).

Trade Idea 4: Buy the December 175/195/210 Call Spread Risk Reversal ($2.25).

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After reviewing over 1,000 charts, I have found some good setups for the week. These were selected and should be viewed in the context of the broad Market Macro picture reviewed Friday which with the inflation reports behind us, saw that equity markets showed strength, the SPY ending at an all-time high.

Elsewhere look for Gold to continue its uptrend while Crude Oil consolidates in a broad range. The US Dollar Index continues to move to the upside while US Treasuries consolidate in their downtrend. The Shanghai Composite looks to reverse lower while Emerging Markets consolidate the start of an uptrend.

The Volatility Index looks to remain low making the path easier for equity markets to the upside. Their charts look strong, especially the SPY and QQQ on the longer timeframe. On the shorter timeframe both the QQQ and SPY are also now ready to resume the move higher. The IWM looks a bit less powerful but is holding near resistance, a good show of relative strength for this sector. Use this information as you prepare for the coming week and trad’em well.

[kanmom51]

I see the "Jimin gave Dior their highest stocks" argument circulating on Twitter and on Tumblr. Wanted to add my two cents: Stocks don't work that way. One single person being named brand ambassador won't influence stocks in a mega way. Not even our bestest, cuty-sexy-lovely It-boy.

Two things:

a) what influences stocks is quite complex and it's difficult to pin it down to just one factor and trying to determin what impact that one factor had b) Dior's stocks have been pretty good since September last year. And the rise in stock since Jimin was named brand ambassador wasn't that high. That's not because Jimin being brand ambassador wasn't impactful. Because it obviously was. But again, stocks are a bit more complicated than that. Also during times of crisis, luxury brands are always quite successful, since rich people usually aren't affected by those times of crisis. Sucks, but that's how it is

Still Jimin being brand ambassador is a highly successful move for both sides. Jimin holds a lot of brand power. He gets Dior a lot of recognition and gets people to shop Dior products. And of course since the new money is in Asia, naming a big asian celebrity as brand ambassador is a very clever move. And right now Jimin is one of the most famous celebrities. People can be pressed about that all day long. Won't stop the Jimin effect and won't stop people from running into Dior stores, lol (and maybe soon Tiffany stores?). And like clockwork, everyone shading Jimin for being lazy just dug their own graves. When I see people complaining about Jimin being lazy, it majorly pisses me of. But I also know I just need to sit back and wait for Jimin to do his thing. Chefs kiss.

Very well said. I completely agree.

Saying JM being announced ambassador for Dior has their stock at an all time high is so very simplistic and kinda wrong.

It is very possible that the announcement itself, on the day, caused a spike in the stock price, that would be a momentary influence, nothing more.

Just like @guacamoli-avocadorado mentioned, the stock market and stock prices are much more complex than that. Many more influences, inside brand influences and outside world influences, other stock markets are at play here. For instance, a fall of the Wall Street stock market will influence other stock markets all around the world and stocks in those markets, even if they have zero to do with Wall Street will most likely take a hit.

I would like to add some more though.

Yes, stock prices are important to assess a company's worth, but at the end of the day, the success of a brand is not in it's stock prices.

It's in the profit it makes selling their products. Cost versus income, as simple as that. The more the brand is profitable, the more successful it is. The more profit there is to divide out as dividends to their shareholders, the happier the shareholders are in it's management.

Cost and profit.

And JM is a cost, probably a very big one, but he's also an unbelievable investment for Dior. The buying power JM holds is immense, not only in the Asian markets but add to that international Army.

I mean, just go online to see how many Army have been out on shopping sprees buying Dior products all because JM was announced as ambassador. Buying clothes he wore, bags he carried, make up he had on.

Now that's buying power, and that's also a good investment.

JM is a money maker, and that's why they snatched him, Mr. brand reputation king.

Talking about brand reputation rankings, JM no. 1 and JK no. 3 - when are we finally going to be hearing who snatched JK up, eh? I guess it's all about timing, cause we know these deals are months in the making. But it sure is coming.

Dior did more than good to land JM. Good business is what it was, and every JM hater out there, well, boo to you you idiots. JM is the king, case in point.

JM might have done that by mistake, but that's exactly what the haters deserve. Instead they got a little of the very famous JM/JK Karma.

And those sounds, the screechers calling JM lazy, those sounds were silenced. Boy's been working non stop, recording, filming, shooting, being cooed by Dior from the second the solo path was announced.

This same claimed lazy JM is in tip top shape, able to move his body, do things that no other member of BTS can, not even our super fit, Mr. boxing and exercising all the damn time Jungkook.

You aren't able to control your body like that by being lazy. And that's just the latest example.

JK has spoken about what a hard worker JM is, how he admires him for it. But you know, Jikook are scripted, so probably doesn't mean a thing, right?

Yoongi said it too, but again, he's BTS, it's all a falsehood they are trying to sell us.

Then how about Taeyang then? Is he part of the BH JM propaganda machine?

I think you all know my thoughts about it, right?

I'm just as pissed as you @guacamoli-avocadorado.

Hell, JM, as per usual, quietly, humbly, shows them all exactly who he is, what he's made of and what he's worth (if only we had access to that ambassadorship contract for Dior - my guess is a shit ton of money).

And folks, believe me when I say this is just the start.

Stream Vibe.

[misfitwashere]

Buying back CHIPS

The only way to stop public money from being siphoned off to shareholders and top executives

ROBERT REICH

SEP 24

Friends,

One of my goals in writing this letter is to expose where government needs to take a stronger hand to safeguard the public interest from corporate avarice. 

I applaud the economic policies of the Biden-Harris administration, which have abandoned the neoliberal claptrap of former Democratic administrations and come down on the side of working people. 

But I also want those policies to work. The administration’s commendable goal of reviving America’s semiconductor industry by subsidizing new chip factories in the United States is today endangered by the increasing likelihood that those subsidies will enrich big shareholders and CEOs rather than strengthen our semiconductor industrial base. 

So far, nearly $30 billion in federal CHIPS grants have been awarded, with the grants going to 11 semiconductor producers. 

But the major goal of these producers is not to revive America’s semiconductor industry. It’s to raise their share prices. Most of these producers have spent billions buying back their shares of stock in order to do just that. 

As I’ve emphasized in previous letters to you, stock buybacks increasingly are being used by corporations to satisfy Wall Street’s insatiable demand for higher share prices. 

But every dollar the semiconductor producers spend on buybacks is a dollar not spent on innovation for long-term competitiveness. 

This contradiction between the public interest in a strong American semiconductor industry and corporate interests in high stock prices creates a significant risk that public subsidies in the CHIPS Act will be siphoned off to shareholders and top executives through stock buybacks. 

Taxpayer money should not be used to boost share prices and CEO pay. Recipients of this money should not be allowed to engage in stock buybacks. 

The first CHIPS grant of $35 million went to BAE Systems in June 2023. At the time, BAE was in the midst of a $2 billion stock buyback; another nearly $2 billion in stock buybacks has been authorized by BAE’s board. 

Intel, America’s largest homegrown producer of semiconductors and already the recipient of $8.5 billion in CHIPS money has been authorized by its its board to buy back a further $7.24 billion of its own shares of stock. (Meanwhile, the administration has promised Intel nearly $20 billion in grants and loans.) 

Intel spent $30.2 billion on buybacks between 2019 to 2023. It also assured investors last year that the company remained committed to delivering “very healthy” dividends. 

All told, semiconductor producers now in line for $30 billion in public subsidies spent more than $41 billion on stock buybacks between 2019 and 2023.

Their CEOs — whose compensation packages are larded with stocks and stock options — have every incentive to continue pumping up their own corporations’ stock prices with buybacks. 

According to a recent report from the Institute for Policy Studies and the Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund, CEOs whose corporations have entered into preliminary CHIPS agreements with the government hold more than $2.7 billion worth of stock in their companies ($306 million on average). They therefore stand to personally benefit from buybacks. 

CHIPs money is being distributed to these corporations by the Commerce Department. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo has given personal assurances that “CHIPS money is not a subsidy for big companies … for stock buybacks or to pad their bottom line.” The Department has stated that when awarding grants, it will give preference to companies who commit to not engage in stock buybacks. 

But none of the companies receiving CHIPS subsidies has publicly committed to suspending their existing stock buyback plans. 

The Commerce Department has only asked applicant corporations to detail their plans for stock buybacks over five years. (These applications and the subsequent agreements are not public.)

Moreover, it’s relatively easy for big corporations to shift money among units or subsidiaries to obscure buybacks, especially if other corporations buy parts of them or if outside private equity investors control parts of their operations. 

Intel is a case in point. The chipmaker Qualcomm is now considering buying parts of Intel’s design business and possibly its foundry unit. And the giant private equity firm Apollo Management is likely to make a big investment in Intel (Apollo has already bought a stake in Intel’s chip-manufacturing operation in Ireland).

Given the increasing pressure from Wall Street and CEOs to use stock buybacks to boost share prices, the administration must ensure that public subsidies improve the semiconductor manufacturing base and do not merely enrich shareholders and CEOs. 

How do do this? My humble advice to the Secretary Raimondo and the Biden-Harris administration: Bar all semiconductor producers who receive government subsidies from making stock buybacks. Make the prohibition explicit in all final CHIPS subsidy contracts.

[weatherman667]

That’s Not Capitalism:  The Stock Market

When people think of the psychotic excesses of Capitalism, they think of the stock market.  But through perverse government incentives and regulatory capture, they are one of the least Capitalist of things.

Financial capital is ONE form of capital in Capitalism, but not even the most important one.  More important are resources, transport, Human capital, and entrepreneurship.  And of these, Capitalism considers the Entrepreneur the most valuable asset, because they are the least common.

So, in theory, the stock market has stocks which are percent ownership of a company.  So, the company sells stocks, which are partial ownership of the company, and the one who bought the stock gets a portion of the profits of the company as dividends.

What happens instead is that we have a handful of hedge funds that control the world, and have enough financial power to change the stock market.  They can see a stock that is overvalued, and instead of allowing a natural correction, they put so much money into short selling that they cause the stock to cause a nose dive.

Short selling is when you borrow a stock, sell it, but have a provision to repurchase the stock a time later.  The idea is that if the stock drops, you make money.  I found this atrocious, until it was explained to me that this creates a floor that the stock cannot fall beyond.

And this is because the stock market is prone to panic.  If the stock drops a little bit, say, with a self-correction, a couple of investors panic, and sell below the current market price.  This causes the stock price to drop even more, and others sell below market, (to sell it quickly).  And over the course of an hour, a stock can drop to half of where it started from, only to recover most of the lost value.

It also goes in the opposite direction, where people think an upward trend will continue, and so buy it overvalued.  Others buy it overvalued as well, and this keeps going until someone realizes what’s going on, and then the market drops back passed where it should be because it went into a panic.

The stock market is a yo-yo.  A lot of this can be solved by banning day-trading.  Have a law that says you can only buy or sell a stock, (not both), once a day.

But the real problem is that participation is MANDATORY.  Primarily through Taxes and Inflation.

So, the government forcibly inflates our currency.  If the currency doesn’t inflate enough, they will release enough cash to force the issue.  The theory is that this reduces the value of debt over time, but what it actually does it prevent people from holding onto their wealth.

With 1% inflation, after 10 years 100 dollars will be worth $90.44.

With 3% inflation, after 10 years 100 dollar will be worth $73.74.  Over 20 years, 100 dollars will be worth $54.38.  Over 100 years, (trying to save for your grand kids), 100 dollars is worth $4.76.

So, if you want to save money and have it hold value, you need to put it in the stock market.  There are other things that arguably have better stability, like precious metals, but, oh, the government isn’t going to stop there.

The government says, okay, you can take some money off of your taxes, and put it the stock market, and then pay taxes when you take it out.  This works, but now means that if anyone wants their money to hold value, they NEED to take part in the stock market.  Oh, and because you can’t save on your own, the government came up with this great idea of a pension.  So, your pension is in the stock market.

So, the government is forcing us to participate in this horrendous unstable environment.  Because the government cares about you.

[liminal-librarian]

To be clear: In a healthy outlook, as long as you're making more than expenses you're good.

In a realistic outlook:

You probably borrowed a lot of money to get started, if you just keep up with interest labour costs in year 1 you're probably doing well. If you're consistently paying down your principal in years 2 and 3 you're good. (And that will also remove your interest costs).

The moment you run out of debt to pay off, "Hey you're 'profitable' now." This is where some people (idea people, probably have 6 more business ideas that they want to try) go for their exit strategy (sell out and let the board hire some MBAs to run the ship). And others smile and say "Finally," Take a much-needed vacation, and come back to continue taking care of the customers that they know and love. And others start looking around within the ranks, or asking around outside, for recent MBA students to hire to train to take over (or start new branches).

You don't *need* to grow, you need to be sustainable, both in terms of your business operations, and in terms of your reputation, and in terms of your employees' mental and physical health (and your own).

Suppose you are a successful company selling aggregate and concrete. In fact, you are so successful, that you enjoy what's called a local monopoly, it's not that you don't have any competition, it's that the competition you already have cannot effectively compete with you (due to transportation costs) or you with them, for the same reason. If you raise your prices, or your nearest competitor lowers theirs, it might become efficient for customers on the fringe of your area to buy from them instead of you, but by and large, your customers are locked in.

Your trucks are paid off, your suppliers have plenty of rock left to quarry, and your situation is 100% sustainable for years to come. Anyone who investigates your stock for addition to their portfolio can rest assured that you're going to produce consistent returns for as long as they hold your stock. Perfect. How does that situation look for investors?

They want to see 'market average or above' returns on their investments. (Does it count as investing if the business is already up and running? don't ask me philosophical questions).

Suppose the market is paying an average of 10% returns, if you're paying 12% dividends, that's a great return, and the demand for your stock will rise until the price equalizes at 120% of what it was before, now (you're paying the same dividend) but it only counts as 10% return. But your situation is very safe, and some people will pay a premium for safety, your stock price will rise further than that, and now you're still paying the same dividend but analysts will say that you're paying 9% returns. How much you paid for your trucks, and how much you pay for rocks to bury in concrete sidewalks hasn't changed, and the amount of dividend you're paying per stock hasn't changed, but the analysts will stop saying 'buy' and instead be saying 'Hold' or 'Sell' (They won't say 'Sell' for political reasons to do with how safe your situation is and how costly libel suits are.) But they'll be right, better opportunities (for investors) will exist elsewhere in the market (if you can muster the expertise and patience to find them). You've become boring. You've done your job and built a sustainable business model, and the market has done its job and found a value for your stock.

In the ideal world, this is every business's dream, to be a just slightly sub-par stock because they are so safe that they are sold at a slight premium.

The name of this philosophy goes by many names but my favourite is 'It's ok to be a utility. Utilities get paid.'

But investors are chasing that 'better than average return' so some of them will sell your stock for no reason, instead of thinking, I bought at the low price, for as long as I keep it I'm making effectively 12% return, but if I sell to lock in that 129% price increase and buy anything else, chances are they'll buy something average, or no, chances are the wider they diversify, the greater chance that their return will be average. Probably some of the things they buy will be stocks that have already reached equilibrium: safe things paying 6%-9%, and risky things paying 10%-20%. On average you don't beat the market. (Efficient market hypothesis)

Should you as a business owner listen to what they're saying about your stock? No. Only people playing the investor games need to worry about that.

What happens next? The CFO in a bid to control costs decides that top management should get paid in stock options, or the board of governors would like you to run a more *interesting* company and push for the same thing.

Now you own stock (or options, almost the same thing.) Now you against your will, are an investor and are incentivised to play the investor game. If you play, you have two options: tell lies to make demand, and therefore stock price jump around, (look, not so boring anymore?) and savvy investors can capitalize on volatility, and as the CEO who makes up the lies, you know which ones are lies. Maybe you can time things and capitalize on the volatility. (This is one of many things that counts as insider trading, don't do this.)

Or you can invest in growth, maybe you can open another plant in the next city over. Maybe this means competing with an established company, or maybe this means opening up / better serving a fringe area along your border. Customers who barely afford your product before can afford it better now, and will build a lot more.

Maybe it means buying out one of your suppliers, and now you run a quarry in addition to a concrete delivery service. Do you have the expertise to do that? Was it a friendly or hostile takeover? Did the employees who had the expertise stay or quit? Are you going to lose their previous customers? Does this increase both companies' reputations or are you going to lose some of your own customers also?

Maybe you can make it work. Does owning one of your suppliers make your position safer or riskier? Does it make it more profitable or less? Time will tell. But while the dust settles it will be 'interesting' in the sense that, the shareholders will have volatility to complain about and bet on.

Or you can be content with being a utility, and not play the stockholder's games.

Growth capitalism is a deranged fantasy for lunatics.

Year 1, your business makes a million dollars in profit. Great start!

Year 2, you make another million. Oh no! Your business is failing because you didn't make more than last year!

Okay, say year 2 you make $2 mil. Now you're profitable!

Then year 3 you make $3 mil. Oh no! Your business is failing! But wait, you made more money than last year right? Sure, but you didn't make ENOUGH more than last year so actually your business is actively tanking! Time to sell off shares and dismantle it for parts! You should have made $4 mil in profit to be profitable, you fool!

If you're not making more money every year by an ever-increasing exponent, the business is failing!

Absolute degenerate LUNACY

[chivencobi89]

XBANKING (XB) Token: A New Era of Dividend-Driven DeFi

In the fast-paced and constantly evolving world of decentralized finance (DeFi), XBANKING is emerging as a revolutionary platform with a unique approach to profit sharing and passive income.

By introducing the XB token, XBANKING is setting new standards in DeFi, offering a sustainable income stream for token holders.

The XB token is not only designed for price appreciation but also for regular "crypto dividends," making it a standout in the DeFi space.XBANKING’s Commitment to Community Driven Profit Sharing. At its core, XBANKING is dedicated to sharing its success with the community.

As a platform, XBANKING specializes in non-custodial staking, re-staking, and liquid pool solutions an array of DeFi services that collectively generate significant revenue.

Now, instead of keeping these profits to itself, XBANKING distributes a portion to XB token holders through regular dividend payouts.

This unique approach brings the concept of "dividends" to DeFi, allowing XB holders to benefit directly from the platform’s growth and success.

Each XB token holder receives dividends based on the proportion of tokens they hold. As XBANKING’s profits grow, so do the dividends, making this model an attractive option for long-term holders looking to maximize their income in the DeFi space.

Why XB Token is a Must-Have for DeFi EnthusiastsXBANKING has designed the XB token to offer more than just dividends.

Here’s a breakdown of the main benefits:Profit Sharing: XB holders receive dividends proportional to their holdings, allowing them to earn passive income directly from XBANKING’s profits.

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How to Start Earning Dividends with XB TokensOne of the key attractions of the XB token is the ease of earning passive income.

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Buy XB Tokens: Purchase XB tokens from supported exchanges such as Raydium DEX.2.

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To qualify for dividends, tokens must remain in the pool for at least 30 days.

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This model provides flexibility, allowing users to scale their income as they grow their holdings within XBANKING.

Why XB Token Stands OutThe XB token draws inspiration from traditional dividend-yielding assets, like stocks, but goes beyond by adding unique benefits only possible in the DeFi ecosystem.

Not only do XB holders have the opportunity to gain from token appreciation, but they can also reinvest dividends to further amplify their passive income.

For those seeking an alternative to traditional investments that struggle to keep up with inflation, XB provides a powerful option, blending consistent income with the potential for capital growth.

XBANKING’s XB token is more than just a crypto asset it’s a pioneering tool for a smarter financial future.

Through community rewards, profit-sharing dividends, and governance participation, XBANKING offers an ecosystem where DeFi enthusiasts and crypto holders can experience the potential of digital dividends like never before.

For More Information:

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[digicloudm]

3 Magnificent S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Down 43%, 20%, and 53% to Buy and Hold Forever

Like bargains? Need dividends? No problem. Several of the S&P 500‘s stocks fit both bills at this time, with a bunch of them boasting the makings of a true “forever” holding. Here’s a rundown of three of these best bets right now. There’s no denying that Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) isn’t quite the pharmaceutical powerhouse it used to be. The loss of patent protection on its blood thinner Lipitor in 2011…

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5 Essential Things You Need to Know About Financial Markets to Succeed

Welcome to Wall Street 101, where we break down the complexities of the financial markets in a way that feels less like a textbook and more like a conversation over coffee. So, let’s dive right in. First off, what is Wall Street? Sure, it’s a street in New York City’s Financial District, but it’s so much more than that. It’s the beating heart of the U.S. financial markets, where giants like the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ reside. When people talk about Wall Street, they’re not just talking about a location; they’re referring to the entire ecosystem of finance that influences economies around the globe. Now, who are the key players on Wall Street? Think of investment banks like Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan as the matchmakers of the financial world. They facilitate buying and selling of securities, orchestrate IPOs, and even play a role in mergers and acquisitions. Then we have hedge funds—these are like the high-stakes poker players of the market, pooling money from investors to make big, often aggressive trades. And let’s not forget brokerage firms like Charles Schwab and E*TRADE, which empower everyday investors to buy and sell securities, giving you the tools to play in this big league. But how does the stock market actually work? It starts with the basics: stocks, bonds, commodities, and derivatives. Stocks are essentially pieces of ownership in a company. When you buy a stock, you’re hoping that its value will increase over time. Bonds are like loans you give to corporations or governments, usually considered safer but with lower returns. Commodities are the physical goods like gold or oil that you can trade, while derivatives are contracts that derive their value from something else, like options or futures. It sounds complicated, but it’s all about understanding how these elements interact. When you place a buy or sell order through a broker, you’re participating in a dance of price movements driven by supply and demand. If everyone wants a piece of a particular stock, its price goes up. If interest wanes, down it goes. To keep track of how the market is performing, we look at market indexes like the S&P 500 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average. These benchmarks give us a snapshot of market health and investor sentiment. Now, let’s talk about the types of investors. Retail investors are the everyday folks like you and me, putting our hard-earned money into stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. Then there are institutional investors—think pension funds and insurance companies—who have massive pools of capital to invest. Day traders are the adrenaline junkies, buying and selling within the same day to capitalize on quick price movements, while long-term investors take a more patient approach, holding onto their investments for years, seeking growth over time. Investment strategies vary widely. Value investing is all about hunting for undervalued stocks with strong fundamentals. Growth investing focuses on companies expected to grow at an above-average rate. Index investing involves putting your money into funds that track major indexes, while dividend investing is about finding stocks that pay regular dividends, providing that sweet passive income. However, investing isn’t without its risks. Market risk is the chance that your investments could lose value during a downturn. Credit risk involves the possibility of bond issuers defaulting on payments, and liquidity risk is the challenge of selling an asset quickly without losing money. Analysts play a crucial role in this world. Buy-side analysts work for investment firms, advising on what securities to buy, while sell-side analysts provide recommendations to clients from brokerage firms. Their insights can make or break investment decisions. So there you have it, Wall Street 101 in a nutshell. It may seem daunting, but at its core, it’s about understanding how money flows, how businesses grow, and how we, as individuals, can navigate this intricate web of finance. With a little knowledge, you can feel empowered to step into the world of investing, armed with the tools to make informed decisions. Welcome aboard!

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4 Trade Ideas for Goldman Sachs: Bonus Idea

Goldman Sachs, $GS, comes into the week approaching the all-time high. from two weeks ago. It has a RSI rising in the bullish zone with the MACD positive and turning higher to avoid a cross down. It had been extended from the 20 day SMA when it made that high and with the two week sideways price action is now much tighter to it. There is no resistance above 504. Support lower sits at 492 and 484 then 480 and 471. Short interest is low at 1.7%. The stock pays a dividend with an annual yield of 2.40% and will trade ex-dividend on August 30th. 

The company is expected to report earnings next on October 15th. The August options chain shows biggest open interest at the 470 put strike and then at the 480 call with the 520 and 510 call strikes also large. In the September chain the 480 put strike has the biggest open interest. on the call side it is biggest at 515 and then 500. The October chain covers the earnings report and has biggest open interest at the 450 put strike and much larger open interest at the 510 and then 500 call strikes.

Goldman Sachs, Ticker: $GS

Trade Idea 1: Buy the stock on a move over 504 with a stop at 492.

Trade Idea 2: Buy the stock on a move over 504 and add a September 495/480 Put Spread ($6.45) while selling the October 550 Calls ($6.25).

Trade Idea 3: Buy the September/October 520 Call Calendar ($6.40) while selling the September 470 Put ($6.20).

Trade Idea 4: Buy the October 465/505/525 Call Spread Risk Reversal (45 cents).

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After reviewing over 1,000 charts, I have found some good setups for the week. These were selected and should be viewed in the context of the broad Market Macro picture reviewed Friday which with three trading days left in July, saw large cap and tech focused index equity markets showing weakness with small caps continuing to hold strong.

Elsewhere look for Gold to continue its consolidation in the uptrend while Crude Oil consolidates in a tightening range. The US Dollar Index continues to drift in broad consolidation while US Treasuries consolidate in their downtrend. The Shanghai Composite looks to continue the short term move lower while Emerging Markets continue to hold their newfound short term uptrend.

The Volatility Index looks to remain low making the path easier for equity markets to the upside. This is with the backdrop of the July FOMC meeting and non-farm payroll reports next week among many large cap tech earnings reports. The charts of the SPY and QQQ look setup for more downside on the shorter timeframe and possibly the longer timeframe as well, but with no real damage in the weekly chart at this point. The prevailing narrative has been the rotation into small cap IWM and it is showing relative strength, but more in a consolidative mode then a full thrust forward this past week. A new high Monday could change that perspective fast. Use this information as you prepare for the coming week and trad’em well.

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2 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks You Can Buy Now and Hold at Least a Decade

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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): What You Need to Know and How They Benefit Navi Mumbai Investors           

REITs provide a number of advantages for investors in Navi Mumbai, especially given the city's explosive urban growth. REITs can benefit from the rising demand for real estate as the area develops and draws more firms, which could result in higher profits. Moreover, they offer accessibility and liquidity, enabling investors to purchase and sell shares on the stock exchange, in contrast to conventional real estate investments, which may be less liquid. For those looking to take advantage of the vibrant Navi Mumbai real estate market while lowering the risks involved with direct property ownership, REITs are a desirable option because of their flexibility and the expert management of their properties.

Through the use of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), investors can make real estate investments without actually owning any physical assets. These trusts combine money from several investors to buy, hold, and divest a variety of real estate holdings that provide revenue, including apartments, offices, and manufacturing facilities. A REIT is a desirable alternative for investors wishing to diversify their investment portfolios without taking on the duties of property management because it provides exposure to the real estate market and the possibility of regular income through dividends.

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The Rise of Demat Apps: Simplifying Your Demat Account Experience

In today's fast-paced financial world, convenience and accessibility are paramount. For investors, especially those in the stock market, managing and keeping track of their investments has become easier than ever, thanks to Demat apps. These applications allow investors to open and manage a right from their smartphones, eliminating the need for traditional paperwork and long processing times. In this article, we will explore what Demat apps are, the benefits they offer, and how they simplify the process of managing a Demat account.

What is a Demat Account? Before diving into Demat apps, it's crucial to understand the basics of a Demat account. Short for "dematerialized account," a Demat account is used to hold shares and securities in electronic format. Gone are the days of physical certificates. With a Demat account, all your shares, bonds, mutual funds, and other investments are stored digitally, making transactions faster, safer, and more efficient. It also reduces the risks of forgery, theft, or damage associated with physical share certificates.

The Evolution of Demat Apps With the increasing use of smartphones, every service is now accessible through mobile applications, and the stock market is no exception. Demat apps have transformed the way investors manage their portfolios. These apps allow you to open a Demat account, track your holdings, and even buy or sell shares directly through your mobile device. Gone are the days when you needed to visit a broker's office or deal with cumbersome paperwork to complete your transactions.

Benefits of Using Demat Apps Demat apps offer a wide range of benefits that make investing and managing a Demat account easier and more efficient. Some of the key advantages include:

Ease of Access With a Demat app, you can access your Demat account anytime and anywhere, provided you have an internet connection. This ease of access allows investors to stay updated with their portfolio and make timely decisions on the go. Whether you're at home, at work, or on vacation, managing your investments has never been easier.

User-Friendly Interface Most Demat apps are designed with user-friendly interfaces that make it simple for even novice investors to navigate. The apps typically offer dashboards that provide an overview of your investments, portfolio performance, and market trends. The intuitive design helps investors make decisions with minimal effort.

Quick and Secure Transactions One of the biggest benefits of using a Demat app is the speed and security of transactions. You can quickly execute buy or sell orders, monitor stock prices in real time, and transfer funds securely. Many apps also integrate two-factor authentication and other security measures to protect your account from unauthorized access.

Real-Time Updates and Notifications Demat apps provide real-time updates on stock prices, market trends, and portfolio performance. Most apps offer push notifications, so you can stay informed about important events, such as stock price fluctuations, dividend payouts, or any corporate actions related to your investments.

Paperless Transactions The entire process of opening and maintaining a Demat account through these apps is completely paperless. This not only speeds up the process but also reduces the hassle of managing physical documents. Many apps offer KYC (Know Your Customer) verification through online platforms, making it quick and easy to get started.

How to Open a Demat Account Using a Demat App Opening a Demat account using a Demat app is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Download the App: Choose a reliable Demat app from a trusted financial institution or broker. Popular options include apps from major banks, brokerage firms, and financial platforms.

Sign Up: Open the app and sign up by providing your basic details like name, email address, and phone number.

Complete KYC: Most apps offer digital KYC, where you will need to submit documents such as your Aadhaar card, PAN card, and address proof. Some apps may also require a selfie or a video verification.

Link Your Bank Account: After completing the KYC, you’ll need to link your bank account to facilitate transactions. The app may ask for your bank details, such as account number and IFSC code.

Start Trading: Once your account is verified and activated, you can start investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other securities directly from the app.

Choosing the Right Demat App There are many Demat apps available in the market, each offering different features. When selecting the right app for your needs, consider the following factors:

Charges and Fees: Different apps have different fee structures for opening and maintaining a Demat account. Compare the charges, including account opening fees, annual maintenance charges (AMC), and transaction fees.

Reputation and Reviews: Choose an app from a reputable financial institution or brokerage. Check customer reviews to ensure that the app is reliable and offers good customer service.

Additional Features: Some apps offer additional tools like stock market research, investment tips, and performance analysis. If these features are important to you, look for an app that provides them.

Conclusion Demat apps have revolutionized the way investors manage their portfolios and Demat accounts. By offering convenience, real-time updates, and secure transactions, these apps make it easier for both beginners and seasoned investors to stay on top of their investments. If you haven’t yet made the switch to managing your Demat account through an app, now is the perfect time to explore your options and enjoy the benefits of digital trading.

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ISLAMIC FUND

Let’s explore the Islamic Fund offered by SAVINGS UK LTD. Here are the key details:

Overview

Creation date 20th Apr 2014 Minimum Investment 5000 Supported Currencies GBP,  EUR,  USD Fund invests in STOCKS & Projects Target AER  15-25% Since 2014 Return on Investment (ROI) 288% Ongoing charges (OCF) 0.20% Transaction fee applies iManagement fees Risk 4 4 out of 7 iSynthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)

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Objective - The Fund seeks to hold investments that will pay out money and increase in value through a portfolio of Projects comprising approximately 30% GOLD,  10% FOREX,  10% UK Stocks/ EU Stocks, 10% US Stocks,  20% Emerging Markets and 20% TECH & innovation. - The Fund gains exposure to shares and bonds and other similar fixed income investments by investing more than 90% of its assets in SAVINGS UK LTD passive funds that track an index (“Associated Schemes”). Direct INVESTMENT in shares and BONDS and other similar fixed income investments may also be made. - The Fund is actively managed in that the INVESTMENT Advisor has discretion in respect of the Associated Schemes in which the Fund may invest and the allocations to them, each of which may change over time. The Investment Advisor manages the Fund through the pre-determined exposure to shares and bonds (and other similar fixed income investments), as detailed above. - The Mutual Fund will have exposure to shares of UK companies and non-UK companies (including emerging markets (i.e. countries that are progressing toward becoming advanced, usually shown by some development in Financial markets, the existence of some form of STOCK EXCHANGE and a regulatory body)), and to Sterling-denominated and non-Sterling denominated bonds (including government bonds, index-linked bonds and UK investment-grade bonds). The UK will generally form one of the largest single country exposures for shares and bonds. - The Fund attempts to remain fully invested and hold small amounts of cash except in extraordinary Market, political or similar conditions where the Fund may temporarily depart from this investment policy.

Annual Gain

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The value of investments, and the income from them, may fall or rise and investors may get back less than they invested. Performance will not be shown for funds which do not have one full year of data available. Basis of fund performance NAV to NAV, net of expenses, with gross income reinvested. For ETFs, where the base currency is either Euro or US Dollar, returns may increase or decrease as a result of currency fluctuations. Funds gain based on a £10,000 investment

This chart is based on the fund’s month-end NAV, which is the value of the fund’s investments divided by the number of shares in the fund. It might be shown in currencies other than sterling for funds that invest overseas. NAV movements give a good indicator of the historical performance of the fund but they won’t exactly match the returns you see as an investor. That’s because your performance experience is based on the offer price (the price at which you buy into the fund – sometimes called the MARKET value) and the bid price (the price at which you sell). 

Key fund facts

ISA Ready Entry charge None Exit charge None Dealing time 9 ami Your order is placed at the next dealing time. It might take around 2 business days to complete. Investment Structure UCITS Dividend Schedule Quarterly Strategy Index Asset Class Balanced Investment Manager SAVINGS UK LTD (Dubai Investment's team)

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Secure Investments

With SAVINGS UK LTD you have a fully secure INVESTMENT solution that works out of the box. With intuitive Investment Analysis by our Investment Analysts, as well as clear and transparent reporting, investing is as easy as never before. Why you are winning with SAVINGS UK LTD You invest funds in ISLAMIC Investments Fund and keep full control over your investment. Let us do the work: Always diversified, highly reliable and thus much more efficient than investing has ever been. - Investments Analysis, monitoring and rebalancing - We monitor Investments Portfolio and adjust it when needed. - Investments Risk management based on science - Our risk management and portfolio construction are based on scientific principles. - High liquidity - So that your WEALTH is always at your disposal. - Investment Strategy tailored to the target Return on INVESTMENT. - Find a strategy that is tailored to the Islamic Investment Fund but adjustable at any time. - Simple and clear reporting - Easy to read and understand at first glance. This website is designed to give you information on the products and services offered by STOCKEXCHANGE.CO. If you are unsure whether these are suitable for you, please speak to a financial/ Investment Advisor. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. The value of investments, and the income from them, may fall or rise and you might get back less than you invested. Read the full article