What does a bear market mean in 2022? Lower share prices, but still an opportunity to profit. During 2022, the two most popular terms among investors were "inflation" and "recession". However, most of the attention given to these indicators of economic turmoil seems to revolve around one common theme: the bear market. Generally considered to be a harbinger of bad economic conditions, a bear market tends to scare most investors. And while a bear market often means a significant drop in stock prices, it doesn't necessarily mean a recession is imminent. In this guide, we'll break down exactly what a bear market is, what it means for the markets, and what investors can do to protect their portfolios right now. We'll also cover the types of investments that often hold up best when a bear market

Far from the spotlight of $AAPL (Apple) or $AMZN Amazon.com Inc), there is an industry that is quietly gaining its way to the next industrial leader.Why lithium ($LIT) will be so important?• First a lithium-ion battery is a type of rechargeable battery already in widespread use thanks to smartphones and tablets.Recently it's gaining ground in the automotive industry and the upside for lithium is significant for the next decade. Let's look it in detail:- Lithium batterv is essential to the rise of electric vehicles (EVS) in an era where climate change will be a priority.- Lithium is core for renewable energy storage - key element in the energy independence from fossil fuels.- Joe Biden has just signed a $740 billion climate change, healthcare and tax 'Inflation Reduction Act' - in

Last night, the three major U.S. stock indexes fluctuated lower. As of the close, the Dow fell 1.15%, the Nasdaq fell 0.68%, and the S&P fell 1.02%. The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury bond rose 1.999% to close at 3.826%, a difference of about -44 basis points compared with the yield on the two-year Treasury bond. The VIX, the fear index, rose 6.9%. Brent crude closed up 1.21%. Spot gold closed down 0.22% at $1,712.74 an ounce. The dollar index remained high, closing at 112.28. The number of layoffs at challenger companies in the United States in September was 29,989, compared with the previous value of 20,485. U.S. employer layoffs rose 46% month-on-month in September and 68% year-over-year. September marked the fifth time so far in 2022 that the number of layoffs was higher than a

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WILL WE SEE A NEW DECADE OF WARS AND ECONOMIC TURMOIL?"When goods are not allowed to cross borders, armies will." - Frédéric Bastiat# WHAT DOES BASTIAT MEAN?During times like those we have today, where the economy has huge problems, we often see wars breaking out. This especially goes for times of high electricity prices and higher unemployment, which we could see if we get deeper into a recession. Therefore, it might be a good idea to hedge your portfolio against those risks to not be affected by it, but how can you do this? Most hedges are applied by shorting or going long on inverse etfs. If you are not familiar with shorting futures or stocks that's no problem since you can just copy someone who can. Therefore, we want to introduce you to our portfolio today.* A PORTFOLIO WIT

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What a ride these past few weeks have been.Markets were looking bullish through early August up until lerome Powell's speech at lackson Hole where he came across as very hawkish which sent markets downwards.In early September there was optimism around a low inflation reading for the month of August. The figure, reported on 13th September, came in at 8.3% - slightly above expectations which sent markets sharply downward once again.This week brings us another FOMC meeting where the Federal Reserve will discuss by how much they will raise rates by.Markets seem to be pricing in the worst case - a 1% [or 100 basis points] rate hike.Anything less than a 1% hike should be positive for markets.Markets are fearful. If they become what we view as overlv optimistic, then we will certainly consider he

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It is obvious that the decision of the central bank is behind the current sale of shares. At the same time, central banks have the option to stop this sale at any time. The fact that it is wanted by central banks is probably the worst sign of the entire crisis. The method of solving the crisis therefore depends on the will of the central bank. Of course, these are not all-powerful, but active but systemic decisions. At each meeting, the Fed chooses between stopping inflation or recession and falling stock indexes. So far, the Fed is clearly signaling that it has chosen inflation over recession. However, this decision is not forever and the Fed can change it at any time. And this change does not necessarily mean lowering interest rates, it can also take the form of foreign exchange interven