China’s consumer inflation slows further in December, stoking deflation worries (2 min read)

China’s inflation is hovering near zero, which continues to spark fears of deflation as weak consumer demand lingers despite months of stimulus efforts. From rate cuts to subsidies, China has tried to jumpstart spending, but results remain underwhelming. With deflation concerns growing and Xi dismissive of the risks, it’s worth asking—will last month’s proposed economic stimulus be enough to revive consumer demand and fuel a recovery this year that many had hoped?

Fed officials are worried about the inflation impacts from Trump’s policies, minutes show (3 min read)

The latest notes from the Fed’s last meeting reaffirmed that they plan to slow interest rate cuts due to concerns about inflation and uncertainty over Trump’s trade and immigration policies. Fed officials stressed a careful, data-driven approach, with inflation likely staying above target for now. This could pressure bond prices further, with the 10-year yield now at its highest since April, while adding uncertainty to the US stock market, especially for rate-sensitive sectors.

Quantum stocks like Rigetti plunge after Nvidia’s Huang says the computers are 15 to 30 years away (1 min read)

Quantum computing stocks plunged after Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, said practical quantum computers are still 15-30 years away. Companies like Rigetti Computing and IonQ saw their shares plummet over 40% following the comments, reversing the massive gains in late 2024 after Google’s advancements in quantum technology. While the sector has been hyped as the next tech frontier, Huang’s comments remind investors that quantum computing may still be a long-term bet rather than an immediate game-changer.

Boeing details its safety enhancements a year after a door plug blew off midflight (2 min read)

Boeing is taking steps to rebuild trust after safety issues, including the door plug blowout on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 a year ago. With a focus on culture, training, and defect reduction, this could mark the start of a slow and bumpy recovery for its stock, which has plunged over 30% since the incident. However, challenges like ongoing scrutiny and a damaged reputation remain hurdles for the company.

Play Foxconn-Led Global Chip Stock Surge With These ETFs (2 min read)

After Foxconn pumped another global chip stock rally earlier this week, this article highlighted several ETFs with exposure to the entire industry for investors looking to play in this space without concentration risks.

BlackRock launches global quality factor ETF (1 min read)

BlackRock has launched the iShares MSCI Global Quality Factor ETF (AQLT), focusing on high-quality stocks worldwide. This ETF targets companies with strong fundamentals like high profitability, low debt, and consistent earnings, offering a cost-effective way to align portfolios with quality-focused strategies. It provides exposure to 500 top stocks across diverse sectors and regions globally and comes with an expense ratio of 0.20%.

12 Things That Probably Won’t Happen in 2025 (4 min read)

This article humorously outlines a list of things that probably won’t happen in 2025, from unlikely market timing victories to the Detroit Lions winning the Super Bowl. It emphasizes the unpredictability of markets, major economic catalysts, and personal financial success, while underscoring timeless investing lessons like the value of long-term thinking and diversification. The overarching message? Focus on preparation, not predictions.

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