Geopolitical risk weighs on markets amid populist shifts
CFA Institute survey of over 1,400 investment pros finds 67 percent expect returns to be compromised by global political uncertainty over the next three to five years. Trump election looms as the top risk, with 67 percent citing it, plus concerns around France 2017 and Brexit related EU disintegration.
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The 163.75 CBOE Volatility Index measures expected market volatility based on S&P 500 index options pricing. The S&P 500 price to earnings ratio reflects trailing twelve month operating earnings.
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Kraft Heinz insider trading case linked to guard of board member
A security guard for a Kraft Heinz board member was accused by the SEC of insider trading in 2013. He allegedly profited about $44,000 as Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital prepared to acquire Heinz for $28 billion. In a separate note, Twitter reports hackings of high profile euro election accounts supporting the Turkish president in a Germany Netherlands dispute.
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General Motors to Hire and Retain 900 Jobs in Michigan
General Motors announced plans to rehire and retain about 900 workers at its Michigan plants citing rising demand for larger vehicles. The move came ahead of President Trump's planned visit with workers and union leaders.
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Slow tax refunds weigh on February retail sales
U S shoppers spent cautiously in February with retail sales up 0.1 percent and core sales rising 0.1 percent, lagging forecasts. January gains were revised up to 0.6 percent as shoppers bought across categories. warm winter weather and delayed refunds cited as factors. Gasoline sales fell while furniture and electronics posted solid gains and the Fed lifted rates a quarter point, signaling more hikes this year.
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