Simon Constable

1 week ago | medium.com | Simon Constable

On May 6, 2010, something so strange happened in the stock market that it puzzled exceptionally experienced traders. Without warning, stock prices went into free fall at 2:42 p.m. ET. Within minutes, the Dow had fallen 998.50 points, then its biggest intraday point drop in history. Much of the drop reversed but the market closed down . Some stocks, such as Accenture and Boston Beer, fell by as much as 100% for just a moment before rebounding.

1 week ago | foxbusiness.com | Simon Constable

close video Energy Secretary reveals how the Trump admin will make America 'independent' again U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright unpacks the fast track of gas and mineral projects on 'The Claman Countdown.' Last Monday was a tough day for citizens of Spain and Portugal. Both countries were hit by an hourslong power outage that some say was the worst such event in living memory. What they did not get was a clear explanation of how it all happened. At least not from the government.

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Simon Constable

You'll find Constable's work in The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, Time, Fox News Digital, Fortune, the New York Post, etc., as well as TV and Radio

2 weeks ago | kiplinger.com | Simon Constable

You may not have heard of the "guardrails approach," but this investing tool for retirement planning is worth considering, especially in a volatile market. That's because one of the biggest challenges for many people in retirement is ensuring their retirement investments last for the rest of their lives, yet leave a bequest to heirs. It’s a tough knot to untangle. Part of the problem is that assets such as stocks and bonds are prone to be volatile.

3 weeks ago | medium.com | Simon Constable

Shares of European aircraft and military manufacturer Airbus could be set to take off following recent turbulence. The company is outpacing its main rival, U.S.-based Boeing, which has suffered from two 737 MAX crashes, a plane door falling off, and a major strike, not to say stranding two astronauts in orbit after Boeing Starliner problems. Airbus should also benefit as Europe builds up military capabilities.