Are you a student grappling with tight deadlines and complex essays? Fear not! The digital age brings you innovative tools that can transform your academic writing journey. Surprisingly, many students are yet to discover the magic of these online writing aids. Why This Online Essay Assistant is a Game-Changer Meet PaperTyper.net, a revolutionary platform designed by education experts to empower students in their academic writing. Visiting their website you will find a suite of AI-driven tools that cater to all your writing needs, from brainstorming ideas to polishing your final draft. Thousand ..read more

We’re delighted to share some firm news today: AXS Investments to Acquire Knowledge Leaders Capital, Adding Unique ETFs and Industry Pioneers to its Growing Team NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — AXS Investments, a leading asset manager providing access to alternative investments for growth, income and diversification, is today announcing that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Knowledge Leaders Capital (KLC), the firm that first identified “the Knowledge Effect” – the tendency of highly innovative companies to generate excess returns in the stock mar ..read more

In the most recent FOMC meeting, the committee decided to refrain from raising rates again, but held open the prospect for further hikes this year. They also took back two anticipated rate cuts next year. Along with the Summary of Economic Projections that the Fed provided in the September meeting, they also provided information as to their disposition toward GDP, employment and inflation. First, with respect to inflation, we continue to see a trend that has been in place since March. While 14 members of the FOMC now see upside risks to the PCE price index, only 11 did in March, then 12 in Jun ..read more

Globally, innovation has found its footing, and we believe it is an outperforming factor, with a couple of exceptions. In our Quarterly Strategy Update, we explore the innovation factor around the world and dive deep into some of the top AI-related companies in the developed world right now. ​ To download slides in PDF, please click here. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal, and there is no guarantee that investment objectives will be met. The post Quarterly Strategy Report: Artificial Intelligence Driving Innovation’s Resurgence first appeared on Knowledge Leaders Capit ..read more

The Bank of Japan met last night to cap off a week of central bank activity. From their policy statement: “The Bank decided, by a unanimous vote, to set the following guideline for market operations for the intermeeting period. The short-term policy interest rate: The Bank will apply a negative interest rate of minus 0.1 percent to the Policy-Rate Balances in current accounts held by financial institutions at the Bank. The long-term interest rate: The Bank will purchase a necessary amount of Japanese government bonds (JGBs) without setting an upper limit so that 10-year JGB yields will remain ..read more

EnerSys is a leader in stored energy solutions. Based in Reading, Pennsylvania, this company makes batteries, chargers, and accessories for transportation, aerospace, and defense. Credit: EnerSys The company was founded in 1991 through a merger of Exide and Yuasa Corp. and has since made several strategic acquisitions to bolster its position in the energy storage industry. Notably, in 2000, Yuasa-Exide Inc. acquired the industrial division of GS Yuasa, and then changed its name to EnerSys. This was followed by a merger with the Hawker Group in 2002. Another significant acquisition was the En ..read more

Honeywell International Inc. is a global leader in diversified technology and manufacturing. As sectors like aerospace and construction undergo rapid changes, there’s a demand for solutions that boost efficiency while prioritizing safety. Honeywell delivers everything from advanced avionics systems for aircraft to energy-efficient building solutions. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, this multinational company is recognized for its significant contributions to technological advancements across various industries. The roots of Honeywell can be traced back to 1885 when the Swiss-born A ..read more

ABB is a global leader in electrical engineering and automation. With the rapid pace of urbanization, there’s an increasing demand for efficient and sustainable power solutions, and ABB’s advancements in smart grids and renewable energy integration are pivotal in meeting the demands of this transition. Moreover, as industries evolve, there’s a need for automation solutions that not only enhance productivity but also ensure safety. ABB also provides solutions that range from robot arms for manufacturing to electric propulsion systems for ships. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, this multinational c ..read more

MP Materials is a leader in mining rare earth materials. With a mission of “Powering Progress,” this Knowledge Leader aims to not only produce materials that are critical to the modern economy but also to ensure these vital materials are harnessed in an environmentally friendly manner, emphasizing both low cost and sustainability. Their approach is a testament to its dedication to being stewards of the environment while also meeting the demands of a rapidly advancing technological landscape. From Mountain Pass to Global Leadership The story of MP Materials is deeply intertwined with the Mounta ..read more

With government stimulus over, accumulated savings starting to become depleted, rents soaring, and student loans about to switch back on, it appears a credit cycle has begun where borrowers struggle to fulfill their financial commitments. In the charts below, we identify the overall delinquency rate and then break it out by age cohort. We are focusing on the data series provided by the New York Federal Reserve about loans that are 90+ days late. Starting with mortgage loans, the overall delinquency rate is 63bps, near record lows, likely due to the huge home appreciation of the last few years ..read more