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According to one piece of analysis I’ve seen, there’s been 19 US stock market crashes over the past 150 years. Even those investors predominantly exposed to UK shares should take note. After all, as we’re regularly reminded, when America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold. However, while it’s impossible to predict when the next crash will occur, there’s some evidence to suggest that market valuations are becoming stretched. But what can be done to prepare for the next big drop? Let’s take a closer look. We’ve seen in recent weeks a degree of nervousness among investors about…

The precious metal price staged a recovery off the lows recorded in early February. The recovery was primarily fuelled by the uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff plans. The lower-than-expected U.S. GDP data also helped bolster sentiment towards precious metals. The lingering geopolitical tension in Iran also helped the cause.Comex gold managed to claw its way back above the psychological $5,000-mark and settled at $5,296.4 by the end of February. This represents a 7.92% gain last month.The price action in Comex silver was no different to that of gold with the white metal posting a 10.72% gain in February…

Image source: Getty Images While the stock market’s performing well at the moment, there’s growing talk of a crash. For example, last week, Citrini Research posted a research paper in which it explored how the S&P 500 index could potentially fall 40%-60% in the years ahead. Is now the time to prepare for a major crash? Here’s my take. Citrini’s paper was really interesting, in my view. That’s because it highlighted some risks that have been on the back of my mind for a while now. In short, it noted how: AI could lead to mass white-collar layoffs and a…

At a monthly operational briefing in Abuja on Friday, Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations, said troops under Operation DELTA SAFE dismantled crude oil theft networks across the South-South, describing the development as a major blow to criminal syndicates undermining Nigeria’s oil-dependent economy. According to him, troops arrested 59 suspects linked to crude oil theft and illegal refining activities, rescued kidnapped victims, and recovered 144,050 litres of stolen crude oil alongside 31,601 litres of Automated Gas Oil (AGO). “Maritime and land components of the military, working with other security agencies, destroyed refining equipment and illegal processing camps hidden deep…

Source: Getty Images Written by Brian Paradza, CFA at The Motley Fool Canada Canadian investors who get overly fixated on U.S. technology stocks as growth plays may easily miss the explosive top Canadian growth stocks to buy in 2026. Growth is happening at home too, and one of the TSX growth stocks I’ll talk about has already generated 101% in total returns during the past 12 months and remains unstoppable. The real wealth-compounding is happening in the Canadian mid-cap companies that are quietly dominating their respective niches. If you’re looking to beat the TSX in 2026, it’s time to look…

Gold price stayed above the $5,200 level over the past 24 hours, continuing its upward trajectory amid heightened geopolitical tensions. On February 27, bullion traded at $5,247.90, reflecting a daily gain of 1.03% and signaling firm investor demand.  Gold Price Surges Above $5,200 as Geopolitical Tensions Escalate The positive session followed coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian leadership targets and key military infrastructure. The developments intensified fears of a broader regional conflict and raised concerns about potential disruptions to global oil supplies.  Analysts observed that increasing geopolitical risks usually drive investors to safe-haven assets like…

Strategy chairman Michael Saylor said in a social media post on Sunday that the largest Bitcoin (BTC) treasury company is raising the dividend on its STRC preferred stock, also known as “Stretch,” to 11.50% for March 2026, from the previous 11.25%.STRC is perpetual, meaning the company is not obligated to buy back the stock at any specified date, and features a variable yield that changes monthly. A Friday update on the company’s website confirmed Saylor’s post. “STRC’s dividend rate is adjusted monthly to encourage trading around STRC’s $100 par value and to help strip away price volatility,” according to the…

European club football’s revenues are poised to surpass the €30 billion mark for the first time – but increased costs mean record finances do not automatically translate to profitability.These are two of the headlines from the latest edition of the UEFA European Club Finance and Investment Landscape report, which anticipates that 2025 revenues will exceed 2024’s record-breaking €28.6 billion, continuing a decade-long trend of financial growth across the game.The report explores the key trends of an industry that continues to grow; examining how clubs are adapting, where new opportunities are emerging, and what challenges lie ahead as the game continues…

Silver Rate Today: Silver prices are likely fluctuate sharply on Monday, March 2 amid the Iran-Israel conflict. The rate for one kilogram of silver stood at Rs 2,88,556, while one gram was priced at Rs 288. The metal has been witnessing sharp swings in recent sessions, reflecting shifting investor sentiment and broader global cues. In the derivatives market, silver futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) settled at Rs 2,74,389 on Friday, registering a decline of Rs 609 or 0.22 per cent. The dip follows a period of elevated levels, suggesting that short-term traders may have booked profits after the…

Investors may be struggling with what to make of tech stocks at the moment, particularly those in the artificial intelligence (AI) sphere. After massive run-ups in many of these stocks, some are now struggling amid high valuations and doubts about the actual benefits of AI to their businesses’ bottom lines. There’s reason to believe the doubts may be overblown, and these challenges do not mean that the buys have run out. Knowing that, if you have $3,000 available to invest that isn’t needed for monthly bills or to pay down short-term debt, these three growth stocks trading at a discount…