The Market in Pictures, April 5

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:   Beckham: After this week’s data and Fedspeak, it’s now a toss-up for markets whether the first rate cut...

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...
Casting a Wider Net

Casting a Wider Net

Very few days pass that don’t involve a cast net being thrown at our house. I’m not sure I can think of anything I’d rather do than throw the net with my crew. My kids have grown up learning early and often because in lower Alabama, it’s a necessary skill if you enjoy...

Inflation Volatility Unlikely to Disappear

Market is Pricing in Six Rates Cuts in 2024   Currently, Fed Funds traders are pricing in six cuts (shown below in orange) by the end of 2024. Keep in mind that the Fed projected just three cuts in its latest Summary of Economic Projections (shown below in blue)....

The Market in Pictures, December 29

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:   Joseph: Like last year, Wall Street strategist targets are quite conservative for 2024    ...