Market Overview

Yields have risen sharply since the middle of August Stock prices have fallen but not fast enough to account for the drop in bonds This would indicate that stocks may still have further to fall Yields...

The ECB delivered its largest single rate hike in history earlier today The Fed is expected to follow the steps of its European counterpart and raise rates by 75bps in its September meeting The U.S....

Warren Buffett's cash pile has reached its lowest level since 2019 The Oracle of Omaha has bought a total of 16 companies this year Like him, I believe it is a good time to buy—if you have the...

ECB expected to go for 75 basis point increase this week US jobs surge keeps pressure on Fed to dampen employment New UK government faces challenges in inflation, recession, and energy Investors are...

Market took in a handful of labor market gauges While mixed, the data generally show a still-healthy picture  CPI report is in the spotlight All eyes remain on how hot the jobs market is and...

More inflation means more unionization. More unionization likely makes inflation stickier. Unemployment is likely to continue to rise; lower stonks ahead Today is Labor Day in the United States when...

More than anything else, expectations matter The market is still repricing after being wrongfooted at Jackson Hole Currencies are reflecting the latest pressures There is a guiding principle to market...

August was a terrible month for markets All eyes on upcoming inflation data, Fed policy meeting Investors should brace for retest of June 16 low Coming off their worst August since 2015, stocks on...

Stocks remain in a downtrend, as evidenced by the S&P 500’s recent rejection at its 200-day moving average The Fed wants to see evidence of broader cooling. Thursday’s ISM...

Fed’s Powell sees pain, and ECB talks of sacrifice High inflation remains a challenge on both sides of the Atlantic Central bank autonomy under fire after missed call on inflation The message...

Stocks wavered, then sold off throughout Friday in wake of a sobering speech from Fed chair Treasuries largely shrugged off the event, though a rally in the 30-year bond is cause for...

Powell’s speech led to a sharp decline in markets Fed Chair seems to suggest that Fed still using ‘anchored inflation expectations’ Shrinking balance sheet is needed but market...

Nonfarm payrolls become especially significant given Fed's data dependence. The Fed is basing economic strength on employment. Detailed technical breakdown of downtrend. Stocks have the technical...

The energy sector cratered nearly 30% in June and July following an impressive run to start 2022 After oil climbed to $130 back in March, the market stabilized somewhat despite ongoing geopolitical...