Ownership Breakdown of the U.S. Equity Market

Ownership Breakdown of the U.S. Equity Market (Share of Corporate Equity Market) U.S. households own 38% of the U.S. equity market, demonstrating strong confidence in stocks. However, stock ownership is highly concentrated, with the wealthiest…

Gold Price Forecast

Gold Price Forecast Goldman Sachs raised its gold price forecast to $3,700 per ounce from $3,300, with a range of $3,650–$3,950, citing stronger-than-expected demand from central banks and ETFs as key drivers of the increase.…

Median S&P 500 Stock Bid-Ask Spread

Median S&P 500 Stock Bid-Ask Spread Bid-ask spreads for S&P 500 stocks have widened significantly in recent trading sessions, driven by heightened market volatility and liquidity strains. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

S&P 500 Corrections and Bear Markets Since World War II

S&P 500 Corrections and Bear Markets Since World War II Corrections and bear markets, while inevitable and uncomfortable, often reset valuations—providing long-term investors a chance to reevaluate holdings and build positions at attractive levels. Image:…

U.S. Stock Market Valuations – Combined P/E Ratio

U.S. Stock Market Valuations – Combined P/E Ratio High P/E ratios in U.S. tech stocks are a double-edged sword: they reflect both the sector’s growth potential and the risks of overvaluation driven by investor optimism.…

AAII U.S. Investor Sentiment Bearish Readings > 50

AAII U.S. Investor Sentiment Bearish Readings > 50 The current AAII U.S. Investor Sentiment Bearish reading of 58.9% marks the 7th consecutive week above 50%, aligning with the record streak observed in October 1990, which…

S&P 500 Price Targets

S&P 500 Price Targets The recent historic rally in U.S. stocks, driven by President Trump’s 90-day tariff reprieve, masks underlying challenges that suggest the 2025 market highs may already be in the rearview mirror. Image:…

S&P 500 5% Gains and What Happened Next

S&P 500 5% Gains and What Happened Next Since 1950, the S&P 500 has surged 5% or more in a single day on 23 occasions. A year later, stocks climbed an average of 26.9%, with…

Valuation – PE10 Ratio: USA vs. Rest of the World

Valuation – PE10 Ratio USA vs. Rest of the World Investors seeking diversification and long-term growth may prefer emerging markets and non-U.S. developed markets over U.S. stocks due to their attractive valuations. Image: Topdown Charts