Stocks ended mixed after a nail-biting week for investors, who grew anxious over megacap tech valuations and interest rates as the government shutdown came to an end.
Since 2008, significant lending activity has shifted to “non-depository financial institutions” (NDFIs) such as private credit funds, mortgage companies, insurance companies, online lenders, and more.
Stocks rose last week as trade developments, positive Q3 corporate results, and momentum in megacap tech drove another rally, despite some cautious comments from the Fed.
While dividends are often seen as boring, especially compared to high-flying stocks that attract investor and media attention, the reality is that the role of dividends in portfolios should not be overlooked.
Stocks rose last week thanks to a full slate of upbeat third-quarter corporate results and mild inflation data, which helped soften concerns over trade tensions with China.
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