Treasury QT The current context suggests that QT can continue even as the Fed begins to cut interest rates, provided that these cuts do not push the policy rate below what is considered neutral. Image:…

Percentage of S&P 500 Stocks That Ultimately Underperform/Outperform the S&P 500 When it comes to investing in the S&P 500, the stocks investors choose make all the difference in their investment journey, as the right…

S&P 500 YTD Returns as of the End of September in Election Years The S&P 500 has demonstrated a remarkable performance in 2024, marking the best first nine months of an election year since 1950,…

Sell Side Consensus Indicator The Sell Side Indicator, which tracks Wall Street strategists’ equity allocation recommendations, has remained unchanged in September. The current level suggests that the S&P 500 may see positive gains over the…

ETF Gold Holdings While gold prices have reached new highs, household investor participation remains low, sharply contrasting with the aggressive buying strategies employed by central banks. Image: BofA Global Research

Emerging Market Debt + Equity Flows The substantial inflows into emerging market assets highlight a robust interest from investors. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy

Sector Composition of the S&P 500 by Equity Capitalization The market capitalization of sectors within the S&P 500 reflects the market’s changing landscape, driven by economic conditions and investor sentiment, leading to fluctuations in sector…

S&P 500 Quarterly Returns The fourth quarter has traditionally been the strongest period for U.S. stocks, often marked by positive returns and a potential rebound from any weaknesses experienced in the third quarter. Image: Carson…

Number of Positive S&P 500 Weekly Performances in the Previous 48 Weeks The recent performance of the S&P 500 has been remarkable. Over the past 48 weeks, the S&P 500 has experienced 34 weeks of…

Cumulative Fund Flows Across Assets Equity and bond funds continue to attract significant inflows. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation

Commodities Rolling 10-Year Annualized Returns Historically, commodity bull markets have lasted for extended periods, often a decade or more, and have the potential to generate substantial returns for investors who maintain their exposure throughout the…