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Dream Finders Homes Inc. (DFH) operates as a homebuilder focusing on affordable, customizable homes in high-growth markets across the United States. They primarily focus on entry-level homes, advises Pieter Slegers, editor of Compounding Quality.
The stock market is at a crossroads. After the strongest back-to-back years for the S&P 500, investors are wondering what to expect in 2025. Will higher productivity, stronger earnings, and D.C. deregulation win out and propel equities higher? Or will higher-for-longer interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and “sticky” inflation hamstring markets?
Welcome to the first MoneyShow Chart of the Week article of 2025! I hope you’ve enjoyed the 2025 Top Picks Report digests and details I’ve been sending you in the meantime (and if you haven’t yet downloaded your full report copy yet, you can do so HERE.)
Stocks slid into the close Friday, and they’re dipping again in the early going today. Gold and silver are down, too, while crude oil is higher along with the dollar.
US stock markets were closed yesterday for the day of mourning for former president Jimmy Carter. Today, they had to deal with some big-time economic data...and they’re not taking it well. Stocks are down sharply, as are Treasuries. Crude oil is higher along with the dollar.
Stocks careened off the road yesterday, and they’ve been under some more pressure today, too. The problem? Interest rate fears! The yield on the 30-Year Treasury Bond is closing in on 5% for the first time since October 2023. 10s aren’t far behind at 4.72%. The dollar is rising along with yields, while gold and silver are mixed and crude oil is up a bit.
You can count on the reliable earnings and generous dividends offered by utility stocks, which are still undervalued and under-represented in Americans’ portfolios. For more aggressive investors, Clearway Energy Inc. (CWEN) fits the bill, advises Roger Conrad, editor of Conrad’s Utility Investor.
(Sponsored Content) Chris Temple, editor and publisher at National Investor Publishing, says the most ardent admirers and supporters of incoming President Donald J. Trump think he is the Second Coming of Jesus and George Washington rolled into one. Hyperbole and over-excitement aside, there IS a bold agenda that would cement a favorable place in history for Trump.
MoneyShow’s offices are closed this week for the holidays. We hope you enjoy this time with your family, friends, and loved ones. Mike Larson’s Market Minute column will resume Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. Be sure to tune in Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 for news related to the MoneyShow 2025 Top Picks Report, too!”
Stocks tanked Wednesday, couldn’t hold early gains yesterday, and are on the ropes again this morning. Gold and silver are mixed, crude oil is down marginally, and Bitcoin is sliding further. Treasuries are rising after harsh losses.

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Simeon is one of Canada’s top real estate professionals, as well as the co-founder and managing partner of REC Canada. During this session, he will teach you how to analyze market trends, property values, and investment returns so you can make informed decisions and optimize your real estate portfolio. If you already own investment real estate in Canada—or are looking to get started—you will NOT want to miss this lively session. 

In this panel, experts explore multi-family investments in the Canadian multi-residential housing market. Learn how high-net-worth investors can capitalize on the multi-family sector for diversified portfolios and stable returns.

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This will explore the potential impact of Fed easing on the US economy in the coming year.  It will also include some initial thoughts on the impact of the US presidential election on the economy and markets.

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