Protect Your Assets Market Briefing

How the Market Performs when the Fed Pivots

The Fed seems as if they are going to pivot by stopping rate hikes in the near future. Over the past 40 years, the Fed has paused seven times after ending tightening cycles. How did stocks perform after a pause? Can a fed pause be a catalyst for lower bond yields? Find out the answers in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Market Reacts to Consumer Price Index

The Market had a good week as there was good news surrounding inflation and the Consumer Price Index. The fed said they were only going to raise rates 25 basis points and the market liked that. Also the CPI dropped a little better than expected, however that was based mostly on the decline of gas prices. What should you being paying attention to going forward? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Growth Versus Value in 2023

Value outperformed growth by a wide margin in 2022. The macro economic environment in the tech sector may continue that trend as we start 2023. What other data should you being paying attention to when comparing value to growth going forward? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Stocks and Bonds Rallied Due to Jobs Report

The Markets reacted well to a stronger jobs report than expected, especially with the data on wage growth. All 11 sectors were higher by about two percent, suggesting that inflation may be easing. What else should you be paying attention to? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Most Important Factors for the Markets in 2023

The key question for markets in 2023 is inflation fall faster than economic growth and earnings. This determination will either push the S&P one way or the other. How much volatility should you expect in the markets going forward? Find out what you need to know in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Most Difficult Year for Stocks Since 2008

This past year was the worst for stocks and bonds since 2008. However with positive news about inflation, does that mean we are going to avoid a recession? How does the start of 2023 compare to this time last year? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Tech Layoffs Indicator of Recession to Come?

Stocks were lower this week as Micro released its earnings and announced layoffs ahead.  That continues the trend of layoffs in the tech world as companies are preparing for a recession. What else should you be paying attention to? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Stocks Lower for Another Week

All major indexes finished lower for the week to continue the rough year for the market. The Dow is off 8.6 percent, the S&P 19.3%, and Nasdaq is down 32.9 percent. Is there any end in sight for this bear market or are we headed towards another recession? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Market Responds to CPI and PPI

The markets reeled last week despite news that inflation is trending downward. How did the Philly Fed and the Empire State Manufacturing Surveys play a role in the market decline? Find out the answers in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing

Evidence that Inflation is Going Down

This past week there was evidence that inflation is starting to ease. The fed released inflation expectations data which dropped to 5.2 percent, down from 5.9 percent from the previous month. What other factors should you be paying attention to in the next few months? Find out the answers to your questions in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.