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Bull Hammer Reversal Triggered Nonetheless, a bullish reversal was triggered from a key support level, and it sets the stage for further strengthening. Friday’s low at $30.81 has established higher swing low at an identified support level. And a rising trendline has been hit touched for the third time and at a similar price level as the 50-Day MA. These are bullish signs that should lead to higher prices. They fit within a larger developing bullish pattern. Notice the declining trend channel with the top line begun from the October trend high at $34.87. Friday’s swing low was the first…

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Certain states have considered enacting legislation facilitating the creation of portable benefit accounts for independent contractors, including gig economy workers. These accounts attach to the individual worker rather than a specific employer, allowing them to pay for various expenses such as health benefits, income replacement insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits. Alabama may join Utah as one of the first states with portable benefits by way of Senate Bill (SB) 86, which was introduced on February 4, 2025, by Alabama Senator Arthur Orr (R). Quick Hits Alabama Senator Arthur Orr introduced a bill on February 4, 2025, to create portable benefit…

The insurance industry group is off to a strong start to 2025, with the KBW Insurance index (referred to as the ‘KIX’) having a year-to-date total return of nearly 10%. This is 8.61% higher than the S & P 500 Index . Intermediate-term momentum is weak for the S & P, and at the same time many insurers have positive technical catalysts on their charts, which differentiates them positively. Outperformance from insurers is likely here to stay in 2025 per the ratio of KIX to the S & P 500, which has a relative breakout confirming an inverse head and…

Whether you’re a freelancer looking to land your next gig or a business owner searching for top-notch talent, Upwork has likely come across your radar. However, it’s not the only game in town. There are several other platforms that offer different features and cater to various needs. What are the Best Upwork Competitors?In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve deeper into six of the best Upwork alternatives: Fiverr, Freelancer, PeoplePerHour, Guru, Turing, and Deel. Each platform has its own unique strengths and is worth considering depending on what you’re looking to achieve. (credit: Fiverr)Fiverr is a popular freelance marketplace that stands out…

Dear Eric: We have two nephews, 17 and 21, and felt it was time to teach them money management skills and saving for retirement. At Thanksgiving, we funded two brokerage accounts for each – a $7,000 Roth IRA and $3,000 brokerage. We also gave two books on long-term investing.Given the 40-plus years until they retire, the funds, if added to, could easily grow to more than a million dollars and be tax free. For Christmas we gave each a new laptop. After much effort, I was able to finally walk them through how to use some of the tools in…

Freelance.com ( (FR:ALFRE) ) has shared an announcement. Freelance.com has appointed Olivier Marcheteau as its new CEO, effective March 3, 2025, to drive growth and international expansion. With a background in leading high-growth companies and digital transformation, Marcheteau aims to enhance Freelance.com’s market position in the external talent management sector and continue its digitalization efforts. The company, having surpassed one billion euros in revenue in 2024, plans to leverage recent acquisitions to strengthen its leadership in wage portage and expertise sourcing, focusing on growth opportunities in France and Europe. More about Freelance.com Freelance.com is a European leader in Talent as…

The Australian Dollar gains ground following the TD-MI Inflation Gauge, and China Manufacturing PMI data released on Monday. China’s Caixin Manufacturing PMI increased to 50.8 in February from January’s 50.1. The US Dollar struggles as US PCE inflation data aligns with expectations, easing concerns over unexpected US inflation spikes. The Australian Dollar (AUD) halted its six-day losing streak on Monday, buoyed by a weaker US Dollar (USD) following the release of January’s Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data on Friday. The report aligned with expectations, easing fears of unexpected inflation spikes in the US. Australia’s TD-MI Inflation Gauge fell by 0.2%…

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When I went back to school for my Master of Arts in Media Production, I thought I had the perfect plan figured out.Step 1: Move to Toronto (everybody says it’s *the place to be* for all things media, including my true love since 2014, podcasting.)Step 2: Get my degree in podcasting (okay this doesn’t actually exist, but this program is the closest I can get and the admissions people SWEAR I’ll be able to learn how to make podcasts). (They turn out to be right, thankfully.)Step 3: Find a sick network job and convince them to hire me to make…