S&P 500 Gains Between 8-10% Are Quite Rare

S&P 500 Gains Between 8-10% Are Quite Rare Historical data since 1950 suggests that investors can expect more upside potential for the S&P 500 in 2025, as it rarely offers average returns over a given year. Image: Carson Investment Research

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets U.S. money market fund assets hit a new all-time high of $8.2 tn, reflecting a continued trend of investors seeking safety and yield. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Energy Prices vs. Fed Rate Cuts

Energy Prices vs. Fed Rate Cuts Energy prices have historically risen after the Federal Reserve begins cutting interest rates. Image: MarketDesk Research

MSCI World Performance vs. U.S. Dollar Index

MSCI World Performance vs. U.S. Dollar Index Typically, the relationship between the U.S. dollar’s strength and global equities is significant. A weaker U.S. dollar tends to support global equities, while a stronger dollar generally puts downward pressure on them. Image: J.P. Morgan

S&P 500 Returns After Back-to-Back 20% Returns

S&P 500 Returns After Back-to-Back 20% Returns When the S&P 500 experiences back-to-back annual returns of 20% or more, bulls are particularly happy, as historical data since 1950 shows that the following year has a median return of 12.8%. Image: Carson Investment Research

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Bears hate CPI days like this week! It’s tough for them like kids at a birthday party with no cake—just sitting there, wondering why they weren’t invited to the fun! Happy Friday, Everyone! 😎

Equity Share of Household Financial Assets

Equity Share of Household Financial Assets Compared to U.S. households, Europeans exhibit lower stock ownership rates, which can be explained by cultural savings attitudes, structural differences in pension systems, and a stronger preference for liquid investments. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Gold vs. Diamond

Gold vs. Diamond The diamond and gold markets are currently experiencing contrasting trends, with diamonds facing challenges due to competition from lab-grown alternatives and changing social trends, while gold remains a stable investment choice. Image: Bloomberg

CAPE Valuations vs. 10-Year U.S. Interest Rates

CAPE Valuations vs. 10-Year U.S. Interest Rates Rising interest rates often have a significant impact on equity market valuations, frequently causing valuation reversals, especially for growth stocks and companies with high valuations based on future earnings expectations. Image: Real Investment Advice

S&P 500 Average Returns in Bull Markets

S&P 500 Average Returns in Bull Markets While the third year of a bull market often shows signs of relative weakness, patient investors may find substantial opportunities in the following years, as historical trends suggest the potential for sustained growth. Image: Carson Investment Research

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day The S&P 500 index surged 1.83% yesterday after U.S. core inflation came in weaker than expected, prompting bears to check their pulse: are they still alive? Have a Great Day, Everyone! 😎