Marcus Reed

Marcus Reed

Transport & Logistics Analyst

Transportation and logistics analyst covering rail, trucking, and shipping. Former supply chain consultant focused on network optimization and freight cost modeling. Tracks volume/price mix, operating ratio drivers, and cycle signals from spot rates and inventory turns.

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Mark Cuban Highlights the Dominance of Social Media Algorithms in Shaping 2026 Election Outcomes
Jan 12, 2026 Business News

Mark Cuban Highlights the Dominance of Social Media Algorithms in Shaping 2026 Election Outcomes

With AI transforming campaign dynamics, traditional factors like policy and personalities may take a backseat

Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban has expressed concerns that the influence of social media algorithms will overshadow candidates’ policies and pe...

Jan 11, 2026 Trade Ideas

Dell Nears a Value Setup: Cash Flowing, Dividends Intact, But Leverage Caps Upside

Actionable long trade: pick a disciplined entry into DELL after recent pullback; balance income and capital-return upside against a levered balance sheet.

Dell's share price has pulled back into the low-$120s after a strong run in 2024-2025. Fundamentals show healthy operating cash flow (Q2 operating cas...

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DOJ Issues Subpoena to Federal Reserve Amidst Political Pressure
Jan 11, 2026 News & Politics

DOJ Issues Subpoena to Federal Reserve Amidst Political Pressure

Chair Powell Highlights Threat to Central Bank Independence Over Renovation Probe

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell disclosed that the U.S. Department of Justice has issued subpoenas and threatened criminal charges related to his ...

Trump Shows Hesitation on ExxonMobil’s Role in Venezuelan Oil Market Post-Maduro Overthrow
Jan 11, 2026 News & Politics

Trump Shows Hesitation on ExxonMobil’s Role in Venezuelan Oil Market Post-Maduro Overthrow

President Signals Caution on Inviting ExxonMobil Amidst Uncertain Venezuelan Investment Conditions

Following the ousting of Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump expressed reluctance to allow ExxonMobil’s reentry into the Venezuela...

Mastering Stock Trading Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Managing, and Planning for Taxes
Jan 11, 2026 Education

Mastering Stock Trading Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Managing, and Planning for Taxes

For beginner and intermediate stock traders seeking to understand tax implications and develop practical strategies to optimize after-tax trading outcomes

Taxes can significantly affect your net returns from stock trading, yet many traders overlook essential tax concepts and planning. This comprehensive ...

Jan 11, 2026 Finance

Steve Jobs Cautioned Against Arrogance Emerging from Success

The Apple Co-founder's Reflection on Leadership and Personal Growth Following Professional Setbacks

Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc., identified arrogance as his greatest vulnerability, a trait he believed manifests predominantly after achieving ...

Erich von Däniken, Swiss Author Who Popularized Ancient Astronaut Theories, Dies at 90
Jan 11, 2026 News & Politics

Erich von Däniken, Swiss Author Who Popularized Ancient Astronaut Theories, Dies at 90

Von Däniken's controversial writings ignited fascination and skepticism over extraterrestrial influences on early civilizations

Erich von Däniken, the Swiss writer whose books argued that ancient civilizations were influenced by alien visitors, has passed away at 90. Rising to...

Understanding the Limitations of Social Security Spousal Benefits Timing
Jan 11, 2026 Business News

Understanding the Limitations of Social Security Spousal Benefits Timing

Why waiting beyond full retirement age won’t increase your spousal Social Security checks

Social Security spousal benefits can play a crucial role for retirees who earned less or did not qualify for full retirement benefits. However, unlike...

Challenges of Arctic Mining Cast Doubt on Greenland Acquisition as Rare Earth Solution
Jan 11, 2026 News & Politics

Challenges of Arctic Mining Cast Doubt on Greenland Acquisition as Rare Earth Solution

Logistical, environmental, and geological obstacles temper expectations amid U.S. interest in Greenland's mineral potential

Despite President Trump's push to acquire Greenland to counter China's dominance in rare earth minerals, significant challenges—including Greenland'...

Comparing IJT and RZG: Evaluating Two Small-Cap Growth ETFs' Costs, Compositions, and Performance
Jan 10, 2026 Business News

Comparing IJT and RZG: Evaluating Two Small-Cap Growth ETFs' Costs, Compositions, and Performance

A detailed analysis of expense ratios, portfolio structures, and returns highlights key differences between broad growth and pure growth ETFs in the small-cap segment.

Investors interested in small-cap growth stocks can choose between the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF (IJT) and the Invesco S&P SmallCap 600 Pur...