A Redditor’s decision to sell their largest holding, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), highlights a strategic shift toward greater portfolio diversification. The move reflects a growing recognition that single-ETF concentration may not align with long-term financial goals, particularly given SCHD’s requirement of approximately $2 million to generate $80,000 annually and its limited capital appreciation potential.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekWall Street Plunges as Israel-Iran Tensions Spark Market Crash
The US stock market faced a severe downturn following Israel’s unexpected military strike on Iran, sparking fears of a broader conflict. The Dow Jones dropped 500 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also declining sharply as investors sought safer assets. Oil prices surged over 6%, boosting energy stocks like ExxonMobil, while tech giants such as Nvidia and Tesla saw significant losses. Defense stocks, including Lockheed Martin, rallied amid the turmoil. This market upheaval reflects heightened geopolitical risks and rising volatility, leaving investors wary of further instability.
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Stocks rose and Treasury yields fell as President Trump issued executive orders on his first day back, focusing on trade and immigration without imposing tariffs, easing market fears. However, oil and renewable energy stocks declined following his reversal of Biden-era energy policies. Bitcoin rebounded after the acting SEC head announced a task force for crypto regulation, while assets linked to Trump saw profit-taking after pre-inauguration gains.
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