The Market in Pictures, February 9

Our team looks at a lot of research throughout each day. A few charts that caught our eye this week, and the way they fit the unfolding puzzle of evidence:   John Luke: Market expectations for 2024 interest rate cuts are slowly moving back towards FOMC guidance...

Aptus Musings: Can the Market Go Higher?

As many of you know, we have our ear to the ground with partners across the country – something we are proud to say. Another thing that we are very proud about is bringing Brian Jacobs, CFA on board to help lead us in client and fund development. In fact, today’s...

The Market in Pictures, February 2

Our team looks at a lot of research throughout each day. A few charts that caught our eye this week, and the way they fit the unfolding puzzle of evidence:   John Luke: Before the FOMC meeting, markets took comfort that Treasury borrowing needs wouldn’t expand in...

Rearview to Windshield, February 2024

January ‘24 Market Recap → Good Start, Bad Breadth: Despite the S&P 500 rally, the equal-weighted S&P 500 fell 0.7% as breadth narrowed to just 34% (% of stocks ahead of S&P 500), a bottom 3rd percentile in history. The “Nifty 50” gained 3.0%,...

The Market in Pictures, January 26

Our team looks at a lot of research throughout each day. A few charts that caught our eye this week, and the way they fit the unfolding puzzle of evidence:   Brett: Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) is said to be the Fed’s favorite indicator, and it’s...