Market Overview

US economic activity looks set to post a sharply softer rate of growth in Wednesday’s initial estimate of first-quarter GDP, based on the median nowcast for several estimates compiled by...

European and U.S. stock futures are mixed this morning, with slight weakness prevailing across key benchmarks. Futures for the DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100 are hesitating after five straight winning...

In past economic downturns, US economic pain was often softened by falling bond yields and a rising Dollar, which led to lower interest rates and boosted consumer spending power. This time, however,...

Market Finds Some Hope Last week, we discussed the issue with the spat between President Trump and the Federal Reserve chairman, Jerome Powell. As noted then: “While the markets await the next...

Global stocks saw a positive week due to easing US-China trade war concerns, despite mixed messages from President Trump. Gold experienced a decline as safe haven flows decreased, while Bitcoin saw...

Estate planning is more than just drafting a will—it is a critical strategy for protecting assets, reducing tax burdens, and ensuring a seamless wealth transfer. Without a proper plan in place, your...

MON: Canada Election TUE: NBH Announcement, German GfK Consumer Sentiment (May), Spanish Flash CPI (Apr), Swedish GDP (Q1), EZ Sentiment Survey (Apr) WED: Japanese Activity Data (Mar), Chinese...

Despite a growing chorus of pundits claiming the “death of the dollar” is imminent, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US dollar will remain the world’s reserve currency. The following clip...

Monday’s Commentary started: On Truth Social, President Trump stated, “Powell’s Termination Can’t Come Fast Enough!” The stock and bond markets fell as investors feared President Trump might try to...

President Trump’s 100th day doesn’t come until April 29. It feels like it’s been more like 1,000 days. If you feel utterly confused and have no idea what’s going on, know that you’re not alone....

Markets surged on Trump’s softer tone—but trust remains fragile. Gold tumbled, Tesla rallied, and the S&P 500 sits in no-man’s land. With big tech earnings and tariff twists ahead, calm may be...

Next (LON:NXT) week’s initial estimate for US GDP in the first quarter is on track for a sharp downshift in growth, based on the median nowcast calculated by CapitalSpectator.com via several...

Since the start of the year, the S&P 500 is down over 10% and nearly 20% from its January peak. At the same time, Gold is up almost 30%. The stark return differential is excellent news for gold...

Risk appetite returned in the overnight US session yesterday, 22 April, sparked by US Treasury Secretary Bessent's remarks that he sees a de-escalatory path forward regarding the U.S. trade standoff...