Number of Consecutive Negative Weeks for the S&P 500 Five straight weeks of declines might rattle investors, but history reminds us that such runs often mark turning points rather than lasting downturns. Markets often rebound just when sentiment hits the lowest point. Image: Deutsche Bank
S&P 500 Weekly Losing Streaks If the S&P 500 ends in the red today, it would mark a record 10th consecutive losing Thursday. But the last trading day before Good Friday has a habit of swinging positive. Maybe today finally breaks the streak. Image: Carson Investment Research
Gold Price Forecast Goldman Sachs is holding firm on its bullish gold call, reaffirming a December 2026 target of $5,400 an ounce even as recent volatility and bouts of profit-taking test investor nerves. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
ISM Manufacturing Index vs. S&P 500 Index U.S. factory activity expanded in March for the third straight month, with the ISM Manufacturing Index hitting 52.7 and beating forecasts for 52.5. That’s a good sign of momentum in the industrial sector. The chart shows the correlation between the U.S. ISM Manufacturing Index and the S&P 500…
Returns for Major Global Financial Assets March proved rough for investors. The Middle East conflict rattled global markets, spiked oil prices through Hormuz supply fears, and spilled over into equities, bonds, and traditional safe-havens. Could April bring a breather? Image: Deutsche Bank
Global Monetary Policy Stimulus and Global Manufacturing PMI The dominant macro theme for 2026 remains a global growth rebound, powered by two years of aggressive monetary easing that have set the stage for renewed economic momentum worldwide. Image: Topdown Charts
Investors Intelligence Bull-Bear Spread and S&P 500 Bulls are slipping out the side door. Over the past decade, every sustained S&P 500 gain came when the II bull‑bear spread topped 20%. That kind of conviction is missing now. Image: Hi Mount Research
Valuations – 12-Month Forward P/E Ranges (MSCI Regions) Despite the pullback, U.S. and global equity valuations remain elevated, with earnings momentum carrying the load. As long as companies keep delivering, those rich multiples may continue to hold up. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
S&P 500 Quarterly YoY EPS Growth Relative to Consensus Expectations Consensus expects S&P 500 earnings to rise 12% year on year in 1Q 2026, led by strong tech‑sector profits. Once again, it’s the tech names doing the heavy lifting. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
U.S. ETF and Mutual Fund Flows Over the past 12 months, U.S. investors have poured more money into bonds and money market funds than into riskier equities, as geopolitical tensions linger and interest rates stay stubbornly high. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index The U.S. dollar’s sharp March rally fits the familiar script: investors rush back to the greenback when global risk sentiment turns sour, seeking its safety and deep liquidity. Image: Bloomberg