Articles written by Thrash Capital - Benzinga

How The Consumer Price Index Relates To Inflation And Why The Fed Might Not Cut Rates Any Time Soon

Are you wondering how the Consumer Price Index (CPI) relates to inflation and what it means for the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates? Look no further. In this article, we will delve into the intricate relationship between CPI and inflation, and why the Fed might not be rushing to lower rates anytime soon.

The Russell 2000's Return To Glory: A Chance For Small Cap Stocks To Make A Major Comeback

Understanding Small Cap Stocks

2024 Top Stocks: Thrash Capitals Top Picks For The New Year

In the fast-paced investing world, staying ahead of the game is essential. As we approach 2024, the market is buzzing with anticipation for the hottest stocks that are poised to deliver impressive returns. If you're looking to unlock potential for profits, it's time to keep a close eye on these emerging trends and companies.

Looking For Other Tech Names Outside Of NVDA? Here's More!

The tech rally has been lovely to investors over the past few months. The tech-heavy index QQQ (NASDAQ: QQQ) closed at all-time highs last week.

Just Plane Awful- Boeing's Subpar Performance Continues

Boeing’s 737 Max 9 (NYSE: BA) is in the spotlight again, but for the wrong reasons, all 737s are grounded again.

Can A Potential Pre-Earnings Bank Rally Save The Dow Jones From Tumbling?

The financial sector (ARCA: XLF) is set up for a very interesting 2024. We are focused on two names within the sector: Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) and Bank of America (NYSE: BAC).

"Shut Up And Wait" Taking A Page Out Of Buffetts Book And Long Term Investing

2024 is finally here, and was there a recession as financial “gurus” guaranteed it would happen? No. Did stocks fall to the lows of last year? No. Was the Fed forced to do an emergency cut in fears of economic turmoil due to the rapid rate increase? No.

Uber Makes The Cut

On Friday at market close, Uber (NYSE: UBER) rumors of joining the S&P 500 were confirmed and should officially occur on Monday, Dec 18, 2023. Uber IPO’d over four years ago at around $42/share. Since then, Uber has struggled with state laws, paying drivers a competitive wage and becoming profitable.

Did The Fed Stick The Landing

From the start of 2022, the Federal Reserve set out to defeat inflation while avoiding a recession. Initially, Fed chair Jerome Powell stated that he believed the Federal Reserve had a decent chance of a “soft landing” for the economy as the Fed aggressively increased interest rates.

The Bears Last Line Of Defense

Over the last three weeks, the markets have displayed an impressive bull run not seen since 2021. Not only has the market recovered over four months of losses, but it also pushed names like Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) to all-time highs.

You may have not noticed, but a fair share of Hollywood actors have been on strike since Mid-summer. As our world continues to evolve technologically, many large filmmakers/media conglomerates are starting to get greedy. The rise of artificial intelligence threatens the art of acting, as these companies want to use AI to completely replace the actors after using their likenesses and voices.

Brace For Powell

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will announce its decision for federal fund rates later this afternoon at 2:00 p.m. EST. Shortly after, Federal Chair Jerome Powell will address the nation on the Fed’s decision and their outlook for the future.

Bull Market Or Bear Market Rally?

Are we in a bull market, or did we just finish one of the largest bear market rallies since the early 2000’s? Seasonality suggested the markets would dip in September and find some relief mid-late October with a large rally that leads into one of the most bullish months of the year, November. Well, the dip happened, but so far, we are still dipping.

Smoke And Mirrors Or Is Bitcoin Officially Back?!

Over the past two weeks, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and, frankly, the crypto market as a whole have been on the rise. In fact, Bitcoin is currently trading at the highs of the year while the stock market is free-falling.

To Infinity And Exxon!

You heard correctly: Exxon Mobil Corp (NYSE: XOM) is in talks to create an out-of-this-world acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources (NYSE: PXD) for approximately $60 billion, with debt included.

The Magnificent Seven

The market has taken a beating over the past couple of weeks due to headwinds in the bond department and significant geopolitical events.

Is The Fall Dip Over For Tech?

September was rough for many investors, as typically for the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 (ARCA: SPY). The S&P and Nasdaq 100 were down about 5 percent in September. Now that the historically red month is over, we decided to look at the daily chart of the Nasdaq futures to look at the intermediate term.

Jam Packed Monday

Stop Gap Funding

Can Apple Weather This Storm?

Has Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) stock found a support area around the low 170s area or does it have more room to fall? September is typically a rough month for the stock, considering it has had an average negative return of about three percent in September for the past 15 years.

Bringing Down The House

Unfortunately, I must let you know Betty White, Queen Latifah, Steven Martin, and Eugene Levy are not the stars in this article, but the current housing market is. Not too long ago, we were in a euphoric period with record-low interest rates, and now that's all come to a screeching halt. There are no rate cuts from Fed Powell, and the results are beginning to show.