The traditional dividend has become almost irrelevant across the market-leading technology stocks. Profits are rising, but the investor is increasingly paid through retained growth, share repurchases and price appreciation—not spendable cash income. For generations, the dividend was presented as the proof that a share represented ownership of a productive business rather than … [Read more...] about The Dividend Is Dead—Long Live Speculation
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Personal Income – May 2026: Consumer Strength Continues Despite Income Pressures
The May 2026 Personal Income report confirms a trend that has been developing for several months. While inflation and elevated borrowing costs continue to pressure household finances, the U.S. consumer remains remarkably resilient. Real personal consumption continues to expand, supported by steady wage growth, government transfers, and a willingness to draw down … [Read more...] about Personal Income – May 2026: Consumer Strength Continues Despite Income Pressures