VGIT and IEI both target intermediate-term Treasuries, and they deliver stability in different ways. This piece breaks down how each fund manages maturity, yield, and risk so you can choose the approach that best matches your bond strategy.
The cryptocurrency market, once heralded as a decentralized haven immune to traditional financial forces, now finds itself inextricably linked to the decisions emanating from the Federal Reserve. As of late 2025, the Fed's delicate balancing act between taming persistent inflation and fostering economic stability is sending palpable ripples through the
Artificial intelligence is driving one of the strongest investment cycles in the market, and AI-focused ETFs are capturing a surge of new inflows as investors look for diversified exposure to the entire ecosystem — from semiconductors and cloud infrastructure to robotics, automation and enterprise AI adoption. With multiple funds outperforming broad-market benchmarks and institutional demand accelerating, understanding which AI ETFs offer the best balance of risk and reward has become essential for investors positioning themselves for the next major technology wave.
The global financial markets are currently witnessing a fascinating dichotomy: a significant surge in gold and silver prices, even as the U.S. Federal Reserve maintains a hawkish stance on interest rates despite clear signals of a softening labor market. This complex interplay of factors has propelled precious metals to
The precious metals market has been a focal point for investors in the latter half of 2025, experiencing a significant rally in Q4, particularly throughout November. Both gold and silver have reached impressive milestones, with gold comfortably holding above the $4,000 per troy ounce mark and silver achieving an
In a volatile financial landscape marked by economic uncertainty and shifting monetary policy, gold and silver prices have surged, providing a safe haven for investors. This rally comes as the Federal Reserve signals a potential pause in interest rate cuts, even as the U.S. jobless rate climbs to a
The cryptocurrency market, particularly Bitcoin, demonstrated a notable degree of stability on November 20, 2025, even as traders processed a significantly delayed U.S. jobs report. This muted reaction to what many considered "outdated" economic data underscores a maturing market sentiment, where investors are increasingly discerning about the relevance of
The precious metals market presented a complex and dynamic landscape on Thursday, November 13, 2025, as investors weighed global economic uncertainties against the prospect of shifting monetary policies. While gold and silver generally extended their upward trajectory, buoyed by safe-haven demand and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts, platinum and
Cybersecurity ETFs rose even as Palo Alto fell post-earnings, signaling investors are backing the larger AI-driven security theme over near-term pressures.
As November 20, 2025, unfolds, global financial markets present a landscape of intriguing contrasts, marked by the persistent, transformative power of artificial intelligence and a growing undercurrent of investor caution. While select sectors and geographies celebrate robust growth fueled by technological advancements and strong earnings, broader market sentiment in key
November 20, 2025 – The cryptocurrency market is grappling with a significant downturn, driven by a sharp decline in institutional investment activity and a relentless wave of outflows from Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As of mid-November 2025, the U.S. Bitcoin ETF market alone has witnessed nearly $3 billion in net outflows, positioning it for [...]
Washington D.C. – November 20, 2025 – The cryptocurrency market demonstrated a notable resilience today, November 20, 2025, as traders digested a significantly delayed US jobs report. The highly anticipated September 2025 Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data, originally slated for early October, was finally released, revealing a mixed economic picture that left many in the traditional [...]
November 20, 2025 – The cryptocurrency market is currently navigating a treacherous landscape, with global economic instability acting as a powerful amplifier of its inherent risks. Persistent inflation, aggressive interest rate hikes by central banks, and escalating geopolitical tensions have collectively eroded investor confidence in speculative assets, leading to heightened volatility and significant capital outflows [...]
November 20, 2025 – The cryptocurrency market has been rocked by a significant capitulation event among Bitcoin's short-term holders (STHs) in mid-November 2025, sending shockwaves through the ecosystem and wiping out much of the year's gains. This intense period of panic selling, primarily between November 14 and November 19, saw newer Bitcoin investors offloading their [...]
In a move poised to reshape the digital infrastructure landscape, North American Bitcoin mining titan CipherStream Technologies (CSTR) announced on November 18, 2025, its complete and immediate cessation of Bitcoin mining operations. The strategic pivot will see the company fully dedicating its substantial resources and infrastructure to the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector, a decision that [...]
Just days ago, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, the cryptocurrency world watched in apprehension as Bitcoin (BTC-USD) plummeted below the crucial $90,000 mark, hitting its lowest point since April 2025. This sharp downturn, which saw the digital asset dip to as low as $88,522 on November 20, effectively erased significant gains made earlier in the [...]
