Check the (Fed's) Pressure Gauge
We discuss the relationship between the 2-year US Treasury Yield and the Fed Funds Rate, and how the 2-year yield can seem act as a forecasting proxy for the Fed Funds Rate.
Playing the Piano with Both Hands
A look at Silicon Valley Bank's recent history of earnings and resulting stock price activity.
The 5% Pullback
After-Hours Trading: Am I Missing Out?
A look at the comparison between portfolios that buy & hold vs time daytime / after-hours trading. We examine the benefits and constraints of normal and after-hours trading, and emphasize the efficiency that comes with a buy & hold strategy.
S&P Edges Up, Dollar Climbs with Treasury Yields After Strong Economic Data (via Reuters)
The S&P 500 gave up earlier losses on Wednesday while the dollar was rising along with U.S. Treasury yields after data showed U.S. retail sales in January increased by the most in nearly two years, prompting concerns about continued interest rate hikes.
Growth vs. Value: Has the Baton Been Passed?
A look into the recent and past performance of growth and value equities.
2023 Update to the Santa Claus Rally & January Effect
A look at the Santa Claus Rally period, and the January Effect, and how one might view the markets moving forward as a result of the market's action from January.
Santa Claus Rally & The January Effect
Insight into the historical Santa Claus Rally, and how we see it playing out this year in the stock market.