by arleneadmin | Apr 7, 2025 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Markets got quite a surprise from the Trump administration last week in the form of tariffs above even the most aggressive forecasts, increasing the risks to economic growth and corporate profits. China quickly retaliated, Europe may follow with tariffs of their own,...
by arleneadmin | Mar 31, 2025 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version Wednesday is the big day when the Trump administration will provide more clarity on their tariff plans. The latest news has been a mix of encouraging talk about narrow reciprocal tariffs and deep and biting auto (and auto parts) tariffs. It’s...
by arleneadmin | Mar 24, 2025 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version Trade uncertainty and nagging inflation made Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell walk a tightrope at the latest press conference. The Chairman of the Fed’s monetary policy-setting committee stressed the uncertainty about economic...
by arleneadmin | Mar 24, 2025 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version Trade uncertainty and nagging inflation made Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell walk a tightrope at the latest press conference. The Chairman of the Fed’s monetary policy-setting committee stressed the uncertainty about economic...
by arleneadmin | Mar 17, 2025 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Printer Friendly Version U.S. equity markets officially entered correction territory last week for the first time in 344 trading days. Tariff uncertainty feeding into economic growth concerns has been the primary catalyst behind the risk-off rotation. The 10% drop —...
