Carson Proprietary Leading Economic Index – USA

Carson Proprietary Leading Economic Index – USA Carson’s LEI shows the U.S. economy in good shape and recession risk fading, leaving bulls with room to stay bullish. Image: Carson Investment Research

Relative Equity Market Performance – USA vs. Rest of the World

Relative Equity Market Performance – USA vs. Rest of the World U.S. equities have lagged global peers recently, posting their steepest relative underperformance in 15 years. The leadership baton has passed to cheaper, more cyclical markets overseas, pointing to brighter days for the global cycle. Image: Deutsche Bank Research

Seasonality of Market Performance – MSCI USA

Seasonality of Market Performance – MSCI USA If history is any guide, the U.S. stock market is approaching a seasonally strong period, one that has often produced the market’s best returns of the year. Image: J.P. Morgan

Fed Discount Window Usage vs. S&P 500

Fed Discount Window Usage vs. S&P 500 The Fed’s discount window borrowing has reached an all time high. What could go wrong? Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy