Energy Sector vs. Fed Funds Rate

Energy Sector vs. Fed Funds Rate Should investors expect oil prices to fall when the Fed hikes rates? Image: Real Investment Advice

S&P 500 Around 1970s Oil Crisis

S&P 500 Around 1970s Oil Crisis How will the surge in oil prices impact the S&P 500 this time? Image: Deutsche Bank

VIX – Market Shocks in a Historical Perspective

VIX – Market Shocks in a Historical Perspective The volatility of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on U.S. stocks is equivalent to that of the Gulf War (1990–91). Image: Pictet Asset Management

S&P 500 Total Return and Reasons to Sell

S&P 500 Total Return – Reasons to Sell If you listen to the news, there is always a good reason not to be invested in the stock market. Image: Ritholtz Wealth Management LLC

U.S. GDP Impact of Oil Price Shock

U.S. GDP Impact of Oil Price Shock The oil price shock will have a significant impact on the U.S. GDP. Image: Oxford Economics