U.S. GDP vs. S&P 500 EPS The strong correlation between GDP growth and S&P 500 EPS underscores the importance of cautious investment strategies, particularly given current high market valuations and optimistic earnings forecasts. Image: Real Investment Advice
S&P 500 Average Monthly Return Above and Below 200-Day Moving Average Historically, the S&P 500 has performed well in April, averaging gains of over 2% since 1950 when starting below its 200-day moving average. Image: Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. and Bloomberg
ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day It’s tariff day, and traders are as excited as shoppers on Black Friday—except everything is now on sale for double the price! Happy “Hump” Day, Everyone! 🐫🐪😎
Average S&P 500 Returns Following 35 Corrections of 10% Since 1950 Market corrections of 10% in the S&P 500 are a normal aspect of market cycles, often presenting long-term investors with attractive buying opportunities, especially in the absence of a recession. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
April Returns After the 10 Worst Marchs Ever for the S&P 500 Index Historical data since 1950 shows that following the 10 worst March performances, the S&P 500 index has averaged a 2.9% return in April, with positive returns occurring 80% of the time, giving bulls reason to smile! Image: Carson Investment Research
S&P 500 Index Declines Around Recessions Historically, the S&P 500 has fallen by a median 24% from peak-to-trough around economic recessions. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Greenland is not on the market; it’s a country with its own people and culture, not a frozen real estate deal! Happy April Fool’s Day, Everyone! 😎
U.S. Economic Policy Uncertainty Index Uncertainty in economic policy has often led to positive future returns for the S&P 500, as markets anticipate the worst during unclear periods. When the situation becomes clearer, stocks tend to recover strongly. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day As the S&P 500 nosedives, bears see disaster looming, while bulls see an opportunity so bright they might need sunglasses. Who knew optimism and pessimism could be so hilarious? Have a Great Week, Everyone! 😎
ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day As the S&P 500 takes a 1.53% nosedive this week, bears are popping champagne while bulls are desperately trying to find the market’s emergency brake! Have a Great Weekend, Everyone! 😎
S&P 500 vs. 10-Year U.S. Treasury Yield The S&P 500 has fallen about 5% in the past month, but 10-year U.S. Treasury yields haven’t changed much. This unusual pattern suggests that Treasuries might be losing some of their effectiveness as a hedge against stock market declines. Image: Deutsche Bank