Novo Nordisk downgraded by BMO as Eli Lilly gains ground in weight-loss drug race

On 22 October, Amphenol (APH) increased its dividend by 51.5%, from 16.5¢ to 25¢ per share. The dividend is payable on 7 January 2026 to shareholders of record on 16 December 2025.  APH’s contribution to DivGro’s projected annual dividend income will increase by $85 to $250. I own 250 shares of APH at an average cost basis…

Options trading can seem intimidating at first, but understanding the basics opens a world of strategic possibilities. Whether you’re looking to generate income, hedge existing positions, or speculate on market direction with limited risk, options provide flexible tools for achieving your goals.  What Are Options?  An option is a contract that gives you the right…

A key to understanding trading psychology is the recognition that trading is a performance activity.  Like sports or performing arts, we practice and prepare and then comes the performance event.  It’s natural to have some jitters before the big moment and sometimes in the middle of performing.  That is why this form of stress is…