by Lance Roberts | Dec 9, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
Will a dollar decline be good for stocks? It is an interesting question, given that during 2022 there was a significant non-correlation between the dollar and the stock market. The strong dollar rally was something I suggested could be a problem for stocks, given what...
by Lance Roberts | Dec 6, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
Since the beginning of October, the market has performed better as a “Fed Pivot” bull case pushed investors into the market. We previously laid out the case for a strong “short squeeze” around the lows of September, stating: “Currently, everybody is bearish. Not just...
by Lance Roberts | Dec 2, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
Recently, Bank of America discussed the “5-Lessons From The Nifty Fifty.” Of course, if you are unfamiliar with the importance of “The Nifty Fifty,” it is worth explaining. The “Nifty Fifty” refers to the fifty most popular large-cap stocks in the 1960s and 70s. These...
by Lance Roberts | Nov 22, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
Following the weaker-than-expected October inflation report, stocks surged on hopes the Fed will “pivot” sooner than later. As we discussed recently, a “policy pivot” is not necessarily bullish but instead suggests more bearish market action will come first. To wit:...
by Lance Roberts | Nov 18, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
Is a “hard landing” coming, economically speaking, as the Fed continues its most aggressive rate hike campaign in 40 years? Investors don’t seem to think so as investors continue to chase economically sensitive stocks despite the underlying economic deterioration....
by Lance Roberts | Nov 15, 2022 | alerts, Markets/Economy, Real Investment Advice
With the midterm elections behind us, does the market outlook improves given a now gridlocked Congress? Historically speaking, such is the case. As noted by Michael Cannivet via Forbes: “Before you hit the panic ‘Sell Everything’ button, though, it’s worth considering...
