The stock market currently reflects high optimism about the global and U.S. economies, but there are five significant risks converging that could negatively impact returns. These headwinds create an unfavorable risk-reward balance for investors considering deploying capital into the market at this time. Samuel Smith, an experienced dividend stock analyst, highlights these risks and shares his cautious approach to capital allocation. Investors should be aware of these challenges before making investment decisions.
Samuel Smith outlines a portfolio of four ETFs that together provide a weighted average dividend yield above 6%, balancing income, diversification, and dividend growth. This approach addresses common challenges dividend investors face in achieving bo...
In March 2026, US energy prices jumped 11.56%, pushing headline inflation back to 3.5% year-over-year. This surge highlights renewed inflation pressures after a calm period, benefiting the Harbor Commodity All-Weather Strategy ETF (HGER), which dynam...
