by arleneadmin | Oct 28, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version Stocks have done so well this year that it’s fair to say market participants haven’t feared much. But just because risks haven’t affected markets lately doesn’t mean they won’t in the future. In that “spirit,” as Halloween approaches, we...
by arleneadmin | Oct 21, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version The bar for third quarter earnings is low, with analysts currently expecting only about a 3% increase in S&P 500 earnings per share (EPS). That low bar and a supportive economic environment points to potential upside. However, stocks may...
by arleneadmin | Oct 21, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
The bar for third quarter earnings is low, with analysts currently expecting only about a 3% increase in S&P 500 earnings per share (EPS). That low bar and a supportive economic environment points to potential upside. However, stocks may already be pricing in...
by arleneadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell said last month’s decision to cut the fed funds target rate by a half percentage point was due to a “recalibrating” policy, as the Fed follows its dual mandate regarding inflation and growth. The new...
by arleneadmin | Sep 30, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version When it comes to investing, gold may be the antithesis of artificial intelligence (AI). The precious metal has acted as a store of value for thousands of years with zero technological innovation — gold is discovered, not developed. Gold is...
