Sugar Prices Expected to Build on Last Year’s Record Rally
Sugar prices surged to 12-year highs in 2023 as poor growing conditions cut into global crop yields
Sugar Prices Expected to Build on Last Year’s Record Rally
The Recent Rally in Oil Prices Could Lift the Coal Sector
Coal prices have been trending lower since September 2022, but the recent rally in crude oil prices could provide a boost to the coal sector
It’s Time to Fade the Rally in Japanese Stocks
The Japanese stock market was one of the world’s best performers in 2023, but a stronger yen could weigh on valuations in 2024
How to Structure a Volatility-based Pairs Trade
Much like traditional pairs trading, a volatility-focused pairs trade hinges on an existing strong correlation between the two underlyings
History Implies Stocks Will Rally if the Fed Pulls Off Another Soft Landing in 2024
The Fed is expected to gradually lower benchmark interest rates in 2024 to help foster a gradual rebound in the economy
Dollar Milkshake Theory Gives Way to the Dollar Smile Theory
The “dollar smile” theory asserts that the greenback can strengthen in both good times and bad, making it a somewhat unique asset in the global markets
Trading the Tire Makers Amid the Recent Rally in the Rubber Market
Tire manufacturers continue to benefit from shortages in the global rubber market, a situation which has pushed both rubber and tire prices higher in 2023
Trading the Current Bond Market Rebound
The U.S. bond market corrected sharply in 2022, but current economic conditions suggest a possible rebound this year
Early 2023 winning markets
After the first several weeks of trading in 2023, some early winners include Chinese stocks, short natural gas, short Treasury yields and long gold—as well as a slew of single-stocks that are already up by more than 20% this year.
What You Need to Know about the Recent Breakout in the Gold
After months of downward pressure, the precious metals sector finally rebounded in November, with gold prices rising by about 7%, and silver prices jumping by nearly 13%.