Between a Rock and a Hard Place This week’s Federal Reserve meeting will mark a pivotal moment for markets navigating an increasingly complex economic landscape. While last week’s inflation data came in more moderate than some had feared, the broader outlook remains clouded by competing forces that will complicate the Fed’s decision-making process. Uncertainty about…Read more
The Final Countdown Investors are approaching what has historically been one of the most predictable and positive periods of the year for the stock market. The so-called “Santa Claus Rally” isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a well-documented phenomenon that has generally delivered positive returns for patient investors in the past. The reasons behind the usual…Read more
The Long-Awaited Cut Is Here The Federal Reserve has remained patient (holding interest rates unchanged) and kept its eyes on the prize (getting inflation down) for over a year. Through every twist and turn, every employment and inflation report, the numerous market selloffs and rebounds, Fed officials have remained steadfast. All of that has led…Read more
