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We examine the investment opportunities that probably would arise when the Russia-Ukraine war finally ends. Read More

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Some critics have blamed high inflation on corporate greed. In reality, it's a lot more complex. Read More

Governments are jumping on the carbon-reduction bandwagon. Yet reducing fossil fuels can backfire. Instead, there's a different solution. Read More

Altria’s newfound affection on Wall Street is due to its focus on increasing profits instead of diversifying away from tobacco products. Read More

One of BRICS' top goals is to develop a currency that’s independent of the dollar and at least partially backed by gold. Read More