Markets watch list as Fed hints at June rate move
A summary of key dates and economic indicators to gauge whether the Fed will hike rates in June. Highlights include May Philadelphia manufacturing, April durable goods, ISM May manufacturing, May jobs data, June retail sales, and the June 15 rate decision by Chair Janet Yellen.
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SigFig Tracking Investors Facts You Should Know
SigFig tracking services spotlight American investors using digital portfolios. The platform highlights how individuals manage risk, diversify assets, and monitor performance across stocks and mutual funds. Analysts note potential privacy considerations and the rise of robo advisory tools in modern wealth management.
USA portfolio risk performance and top holdings
SigFig reports US investors show a 5 day average return of minus 0.47 percent and a 6 month average of minus 1.92 percent. The largest holding is Apple Inc. while Apple is also the most bought. The most sold security is Air Products and Chemicals. Over 500 thousand investors with $200 billion in assets use SigFig for online tracking.
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Stocks and Analyst Upgrades Highlight Market Pulse
The report notes higher first quarter earnings for the company behind Skippy and Spam but warns profit margins shrank quarter over quarter. Target posts weaker than expected same-store sales growth due to cold weather and soft grocery electronics demand. Tesla Motors receives an upgrade from Goldman Sachs to buy with a six month target of 250 as shares pullback presents a buying opportunity.
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Clean wait on P G stock as growth misfires in tone
Procter & Gamble remains a stable but stagnant pick as growth lags the broader market. Shares are flat over 12 months, with 5 year gains of 20 percent versus the S P 500’s 53 percent. Dividend yield stands around 3.3 percent, yet earnings and revenue have slipped. Analysts see modest 18 month upside to about 84.91 dollars, implying roughly six percent from current levels.
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Bank of America sued over “bro’s club” workplace culture claim
Megan Messina a 42 year old managing director and co head of structured credit products at Bank of America filed a federal suit in New York alleging gender discrimination front running and a male dominated culture. She contends she was forced to take leave in April after voicing concerns and claims her pay trail and treatment lagged behind male peers. The suit cites prior 2015 bonuses and underpayment totaling millions and accuses the bank of bias and improper data changes to cover misrepresentations.
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