by arleneadmin | Jul 24, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
The first half of the year probably didn’t go the way many fixed income investors had hoped, particularly after the historically awful year last year. It wasn’t a horrible start—more in line with recent years—but expectations were high this year, with many calling...
by arleneadmin | Jul 17, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Earnings season is upon us as some banks and a small handful of other blue chip companies have already reported results for their quarters ending June 30. The results on the surface probably won’t offer much to write home about given consensus estimates imply a 7%...
by arleneadmin | Jul 3, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
The long dormant capital markets have recently begun showing signs of interest from institutional investors and deal makers anxious to bring companies to market. While activity remains muted at best, expectations are focused on 2024, when there is a prevailing...
by arleneadmin | Jun 26, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
We know it’s old news at this point, but on June 8, 2023, the S&P 500 entered a new bull market. After such a strong rally off the October lows, this young bull probably needs a breather. A look at the charts suggests this market may be due for a pause. Bull...
by arleneadmin | Jun 20, 2023 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
As the economy is likely downshifting, investors should take heed that the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) current stance is eerily similar to early 2007. During that time, the Fed held a tightening bias since they believed the housing market was stabilizing, the economy...
