Fed Funds Futures Markets are still pricing in Fed rate cuts for 2025, but expectations have been scaled back due to persistent inflation concerns. Image: Deutsche Bank

Market Sentiment Indicator Morgan Stanley’s market sentiment indicator has recently turned positive, signaling a shift towards a risk-on appetite after maintaining a neutral stance. Image: Morgan Stanley Research

Stocks – GRANOLAS vs. Magnificence Seven Driven by remarkable growth in the technology and AI sectors, the performance gap between the Magnificent Seven and the GRANOLAS has widened significantly since the start of 2024. Image:…

Two-Month Correlation Between Bloomberg U.S. Treasury Index and S&P 500 Index The current positive correlation between stocks and bonds emphasizes the need for investors to diversify beyond traditional assets and adopt more sophisticated risk management…

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Canada is not for sale – it’s a country, not a clearance item at a department store! And its price tag reads: “Priceless – and not negotiable!”

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 have historically risen after the Federal Reserve begins cutting interest rates. Image: MarketDesk Research

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…

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!…

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…

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:…