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Economic Impact of the Middle East Conflict
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Hamas, has far-reaching economic implications both regionally...

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 26, 20242 min read
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Tariffs and Immigration: Weighing the Economic Impact of Trump's Trade Strategy
The impact of tariffs on the economy, especially in the context of former President Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs on countries...

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 25, 20242 min read
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Understanding Rate Cuts and Stock Market Dynamics: Hard Landing vs. Soft Landing
In the complex world of economics and finance, the interplay between interest rate cuts and stock market performance can be influenced by broader economic conditions, particularly the scenarios of a "hard landing" or a "soft landing." These terms describe different outcomes of economic slowdowns following periods of monetary tightening by central banks, such as the Federal Reserve. Soft Landing: A Controlled Economic Slowdown A soft landing refers to a scenario where the eco

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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Banking on Innovation: Why SoFi is a Strong Bet for the Future
| Headquarters | San Francisco, CA | | Website | www.sofi.com | | Industry | Financial Services, Fintech | | Market Cap | $7.08B | | Recent Price | $6.64 | | Revenue (TTM) | $2.34B | | 2023 Revenue Growth | 36.11% | | Dec 2023 Cash/Long Term Debt | $3.08B / $5.241B | | Insider Ownership | 3.25% | SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI) presents a compelling bull case driven by several key factors that highlight its potential for long-term growth and market disruption

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 18, 20242 min read
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Maximizing Returns in a Low-Rate World: Why Small-Cap Stocks, Bitcoin, and Bonds Shine
In a declining interest rate environment, investors often seek opportunities that can offer growth and stability. Three asset classes that can benefit in such conditions are small-cap stocks, Bitcoin, and bonds. Each of these investments has unique advantages that can be strategically leveraged to enhance a portfolio's performance. Small-Cap Stocks Small-cap stocks, which are shares of smaller companies with market capitalizations typically between $250 million and $2 billion

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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Key Drivers of Tesla's Bull Case
| Headquarters | Palo Alto, CA | | Website | www.tesla.com | | Industry | Automotive, Energy Solutions | | Market Cap | $638.93B | | Recent Price | $200.00 | | Revenue (TTM) | $96.77B | | 2023 Revenue Growth | 18.8% | | 3-Year Revenue Growth (2020-2023) | 68.9% per annum | | Dec 2023 Cash/Long Term Debt | $29.1B / $14.3B | | Insider Ownership | 12.99% | Investing in Tesla stock presents a compelling bull case based on several key factors that highlight its potential

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 10, 20244 min read
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Yen Carry Trade Explained & the Impact on Recent Market Developments
The Yen Carry Trade Amidst Recent Market Events The Yen carry trade, a strategy where investors borrow Japanese Yen at low interest rates to invest in higher-yielding assets, has been significantly impacted by recent market events, particularly the sharp drop in equity prices. Current Market Context Recent market volatility has been driven by several factors, including disappointing economic data and central bank actions: U.S. Economic Data: Weak job market reports and manufa

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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The Dollar Milkshake Theory and the Weaponization of the US Dollar
The Dollar Milkshake Theory, proposed by Brent Johnson, offers a unique perspective on the potential consequences of the US dollar's dominance as the world's reserve currency. This theory suggests that the Federal Reserve's monetary policies, particularly its tightening measures, could inadvertently lead to a global financial crisis and further solidify the dollar's supremacy.[1][2] The Theory's Premise The theory draws its name from the analogy of a milkshake, where the Fede

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Jun 13, 20242 min read
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Navigating the Competitive Landscape: Apple's Multifaceted Challenges and the Antitrust Conundrum
In the ever-evolving tech industry, Apple Inc. stands as a colossus, renowned for its innovation and market dominance across various product and service verticals. From the sleek iPhone to the versatile MacBook, the intuitive Apple Watch, and the immersive Apple Music and Apple TV+, Apple's offerings have consistently set benchmarks. However, the path to maintaining its market leadership is fraught with challenges, especially as the company navigates stiff competition and the

Elias Zeekeh, MBA, CPA, CMA
Mar 27, 20243 min read
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