Market in Review Q3 2024: Rates Cut and Markets Run

Market Overview Q3 2024: Interest Rates and Market Gains The global stock market enjoyed steady growth in the third quarter, with the MSCI All Country World Index rising by 6.8%—its fourth quarter of positive gains. While markets experienced some ups and downs in August, international stocks outperformed U.S. stocks this quarter. Key players included China, […]
The Crystal Ball Myth: Why Even Top Traders Can’t Beat Efficient Markets

When researchers recently gave professional traders advanced knowledge in what they call the Crystal Ball Challenge, you’d think with that information they’d significantly outperform the markets. Think again.