Terrorism
Hong Kong Drags Global Stocks Lower and Awaits U.S. Response
The Hong Kong treason law is knocking global markets. It's unclear how staunchly Western powers will defend the city's freedoms, and risk damaging China ties.
China Tensions, Ring the Register on Zscaler, Trading Thoughts
As the president's press conference on China approaches, there is ample reason for some risk-off behavior. Meantime, Zscaler's earnings beat is a good time to take a profit.
'The End of Hong Kong' in New Treason Law
Beijing has given up playing the game of pretending that Hong Kong is governing itself. You could potentially be charged under the city's new national-security law.
What This Market Needs Heading Into Earnings Season
Call me Mr. Downside.
Japanese and Thai Stocks Take Iran Missile Hit
Markets in Thailand and Tokyo were the main losers on Wednesday, though Asian investors in general appear reassured the worst is over with Iran.
Market Responds to Iran Overnight Missile Attack With a Morning Yawn
The most interesting market dynamic right now is that bad news, such as a possible war with Iran, mainly is used as an opportunity to put cash to work.
Should You Buy Gold on Iran Conflict?
There are 2 trades now, depending on how you see the Iran conflict playing out.
Kass: As Stocks Grow Expensive, Markets Ignore the Geopolitical Risks
The stock market's reaction yesterday to the Soleimani attack and even more so to the tweet storm from Washington astonished me.
Here's Context Into How Iran Could Respond to Redrawn Lines in the Sand
We handicap the potential impact of responses that could range from military actions by Iran and its surrogates to cyberattacks against the U.S. and its allies.
Iran Provides a Convenient Excuse for Much-Needed Corrective Action
While there is some softness, the bulls are still anxious to put money to work.