ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Unfortunately for the bulls, it seems Santa Claus decided to skip the stock market this year—maybe he’s stuck in the hospital, which could lead to a bumpier ride for U.S.…

Real 10-Year Return – Spread: S&P 500 – Treasuries Over the past decade, investors have reaped substantial rewards from equities, as stocks have significantly outperformed bonds. However, the outlook for the next ten years indicates…

To What Extend Do You Think the U.S. “Magnificent Seven” Tech Stocks Will Either Be Up or Down in 2025? 67% of respondents expect the “Magnificent Seven” stocks to grow in 2025, with an average…

Asset Class Annualized Real Returns Since 1900 Since 1900, U.S. equities have delivered an annualized real return of 6.7%, highlighting their importance in long-term investment strategies and offering strong returns compared to other asset classes…

Euro to U.S. Dollar (EUR/USD) The euro has dropped to a two-year low against the dollar due to concerns over a weak European economy, exacerbated by U.S. tariffs and anticipated interest rate cuts by the…

Survey – Where Do You Expect 10-Year U.S. Treasury Yields to Be One Year from Now? The average yield for the 10-year U.S. Treasury is projected to be around 4.2%, with only 4% of respondents…

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day New Year’s Resolution: Will you follow the bull or the bear? As we enter the new year, it’s crucial to establish a clear investment strategy, no matter if you’re feeling…

U.S. M2 to Nominal GDP Ratio The return of the U.S. M2 to nominal GDP ratio to its long-term trend is a positive indicator. It reflects a healthier balance between money supply and economic output,…

Global Debt as % of GDP Over the past 25 years, the global debt-to-GDP ratio has risen significantly, driven by major economic events like the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Image: Deutsche Bank

U.S. Small-Cap Stocks – Russell 2000 The small-cap Russell 2000 index has faced a notable downturn in December 2024, experiencing a decline of over 8%. This marks its worst monthly performance since September 2022, reflecting…

Annual Return of Treasuries – T-bills In 2024, U.S. Treasuries have once again underperformed cash, resulting in a challenging year for bond investors. Many investors have found more appealing opportunities in cash savings or other…