business confidence

In a recent survey, a majority of CEOs have expressed confidence in the U.S. economy, with a notable decrease in the number of business leaders anticipating a recession this year. What Happened: A survey conducted on 277 CEOs by Chief Executive in June revealed that 28% of the 277 CEOs polled...

Although the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) has soared over 17% to record highs in 2024, many macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds persist. Companies — both large and small — seem to be unfazed, as sentiment remains at elevated levels. The Data: According to data from Bank of America (...

U.S. manufacturing activity rebounded unexpectedly in September, suggesting the sector may be emerging from a prolonged slump. The ISM Manufacturing PMI surged to 49, surpassing expectations (47.8) and reaching its highest level since November 2022, but still indicating a slight contraction for the...

Active investors are always looking for a unique way to gain an edge in their portfolios, and following stocks with insider activity can be one way to highlight strong company conviction. When corporate executives are reinvesting in the companies they govern, they tend to believe in the long-...