When investors think of a green economy, thermal coal probably doesn’t come to mind. It’s neither green nor pristine. Thermal coal is dusty, dirty, and non-renewable, and it’s…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) have been having a rough go within the high-interest-rate environment. Higher interest rates translate into higher borrowing costs and lower profit margins, which…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
There are two catalysts that should help energize mortgage real estate investment trusts (mREITs) like New York Mortgage Trust Inc (NYSE:NYMT): slowing inflation and lower interest rates. Falling…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
Despite the energy sector facing recent headwinds, one great way for income-starved investors to play the industry is with Delek Logistics Partners LP (NYSE:DKL), a midstream master limited…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
Dorian LPG Ltd (NYSE:LPG) has been having a solid year, with its stock rising approximately 30% over the last year. LPG stock actually hit a new record high…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
It’s a good time to look at Brandywine Realty stock. With interest rates starting to decline, investors are starting to turn their attention to real estate investment trusts…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
After holding its key lending rate at a two-decade high of between 5.25% and 5.5% for the last 14 months, the Federal Reserve just announced its first interest…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
Some investments are designed specifically for income investors. I’m talking about stocks that exist primarily to reward investors with big dividends, which includes business development companies (BDCs). BDCs,…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
What a difference a few months can make. Earlier this year, energy was one of the better performing sectors. Fast forward to the middle of September, and energy…
By John Whitefoot, 2024
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) have taken a hit in this high-interest-rate environment. Higher interest rates tend to decrease the value of properties and increase borrowing costs. On…
By John Whitefoot, 2024