Share Buybacks vs. S&P 500 Stock buybacks significantly correlate with S&P 500 performance, as companies that buyback shares tend to improve their financial metrics and boost investor confidence, often resulting in higher stock prices. Image:…
S&P 500 Pre and Post Fed Rate Cuts Historically, U.S. stocks have shown strong performance in the two years following the start of a Fed rate cut cycle, especially during nonrecessionary periods. Image: Goldman Sachs…
Truck Tonnage vs. S&P 500 Index The Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.1% in December. Trucks represent 72.6% of U.S. freight and serve as a barometer of the U.S. economy. This chart shows that the U.S.…
Equity Sectoral and Regional ETF Flows Materials, energy and healthcare ETFs are still experiencing notable outflows, leading to a decrease in investor interest. Image: J.P. Morgan
Valuation – S&P 500’s CAPE Ratio and U.S. GDP Growth The S&P 500’s CAPE ratio is currently high relative to U.S. GDP growth, potentially indicating lower expected returns in the future. Image: Deutsche Bank
ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day With Bitcoin surpassing $100,000, bulls are so long on Bitcoin, they’re flying to the moon and beyond, leaving bears in despair! Have a Great Day, Everyone! 😎
The Conference Board Leading Economic Index (LEI) for the U.S. The marginal 0.1% decline in the U.S. Leading Economic Index for December continues to indicate a positive economic trajectory. Image: The Conference Board
Nasdaq 100 – Consecutive Trading Sessions Above 200-Day Moving Average The Nasdaq 100 has been trading above its 200-day moving average for 467 consecutive sessions, indicating a strong bullish trend that reflects sustained investor confidence…
Fed Funds Futures Markets are still pricing in Fed rate cuts for 2025, but expectations have been scaled back due to persistent inflation concerns. Image: Deutsche Bank
S&P 500 Index On Wednesday, the S&P 500 touched a new intraday record of 6,101 points before closing at 6,086, just shy of its all-time high, propelled by strong corporate earnings and positive market sentiment.…
U.S. Stock Market Bull and Bear Indicator Using multiple financial data, this great model helps investors navigate through different market conditions. It suggests whether the U.S. stock market tendency is bullish, bearish or neutral. It…