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S&P 500 Valuation vs. History Compared to historical standards, most S&P 500 sector P/E valuations are elevated, raising concerns about potential market overvaluation. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Why are bears reluctant to invest in U.S. stocks? They view the bull market as nothing more than fake news—and they can’t bear the idea of losing their cherished money (or honey)! Have a Great Week, Everyone! 😎

Valuation – Nasdaq 100 Fwd P/E Tech stocks are priced at a premium, with forward valuations significantly above their 10-year average. This rich valuation assumes technology companies will maintain their earnings leadership. Image: Bloomberg

Correlation Between Top 10 and S&P 500 While the concentration of large-cap stocks in the U.S. equity market is a topic of discussion, the evidence suggests that its impact on market behavior is not as alarming as some might believe. Image: S&P Dow Jones Indices

S&P 500 Around Close Presidential Elections The cyclical nature of equity markets around U.S. elections often leads to rallies after the election as policy uncertainties fade. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation

S&P 500 Valuation – Shiller’s Cyclically-Adjusted Price-To-Earnings (CAPE) Ratio With the Shiller P/E ratio indicating an unusually high valuation for the U.S. stock market compared to the start of previous presidential terms, investors may need to moderate their expectations for future returns. Image: The Wall Street Journal

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day The S&P 500 rose 1.74% this week, maintaining its positive trajectory for January and giving bulls a reason to throw a party, while bears are contemplating a career change to avoid the market madness! Have a Great Weekend, Everyone! 😎

Euro to U.S. Dollar (EUR/USD) The euro has shown strength this week, but caution is warranted. Potential shifts in U.S. trade policy under Trump and ongoing economic disparities continue to give the dollar an edge. Image: Bloomberg

NFIB Small Business Confidence Index In December 2024, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index soared to 105.1, a six-year high, as small business owners’ confidence surged following the recent election and expectations of pro-business policies. Image: Real Investment Advice

S&P 500 Earnings and Gross Buybacks With U.S. corporate earnings on the rise, share buybacks in 2025 are expected to exceed $1 trillion. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Wall Street’s optimism is so high that even gravity seems bullish. As a result, bears are experiencing altitude sickness from the market’s rapid rise! Have a Great Day, Everyone! 😎