Economy
The Death of Inflation, Sloppy Earnings, Heavy Macro Week, Wednesday Fed, Jobs
The coming week will be another exceedingly heavy week of Q4 earnings, this time with more of a focus upon the mega-caps.
I'm Making Small Bets With These 2 Stocks
While I remain cautious on the overall market, I continue to act upon the limited opportunities I'm finding in the current market.
Sobering Conversation, Not-So-Hot GDP, Ominous Yield Spread, Rally On
Plus, we take a close look at the charts of the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite and check out Tesla, Disney and Salesforce.
The Market Is Embracing a Goldilocks Scenario for Now
The belief is that inflation isn't too hot and economic growth isn't too cold, though the bears argue this view is unrealistic.
As the Bears Battle the Bulls, the Market Action Remains Choppy
GDP, unemployment claims, and durable goods reports were better than expected, creating hope that the Fed will be able to create a soft economic landing.
Overcoming Microsoft, S&P Levels Off, Bank of Canada Wisdom, Mucho Data on Tap
Plus, a look at Wednesday's wishy-washy market action, the Treasury yield curve, Chevron's coming earnings and Lael Brainard's possible exit from the Fed.
Tea Leaves Point to a Weakening Outlook for Consumers and Economy
The nice start for the market in 2023 will soon fade.
Microsoft Gets Hit, Slowing Economy, Sloppy Markets, Ukraine Tanks, Halliburton
It was MSFT guidance that turned the post-closing bell rally into overnight weakness.
Microsoft's Earnings Confirm Fears of Economic Slowing
The primary issue now is whether MSFT earnings will produce a theme reflected in other reports.
Back to the Dark Ages? No, We're Not Running Out of Natural Gas
We're past the middle of the peak of winter and even assuming this cold weather spell, inventories should close the season very comfortably.