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ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Since the start of the year, U.S. stocks have been so weak on Fridays that bears are starting to think it’s their designated selling day—good time to take profits! Happy Valentine’s Day! 💝

Capital Expenditure by Magnificent Seven Companies vs. Share Price Index Major U.S. tech companies are maintaining their focus on AI infrastructure investment, even as DeepSeek’s breakthroughs raise questions about spending sustainability. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Inflation Mentions on Earnings Calls Mentions of “inflation” during S&P 500 companies’ earnings calls have plummeted to their lowest levels in years, reflecting a shift in corporate concerns and economic conditions. Image: Bloomberg

S&P 500 Index Returns in February In February, U.S. stocks often exhibit a Jekyll-and-Hyde nature: performing relatively well in the first half, but tending to underperform in the second half, giving bears a reason to smile. Image: Carson Investment Research

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Bears celebrate CPI days like kids in a candy store, while bulls are left in the corner, watching the fun unfold—like being at a party with no invites! Happy Great Day, Everyone! 😎

Gold Reserves by Country The United States has the largest gold reserve, followed by Germany. Image: IMF

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Wall Street bears are absolutely convinced the bull market is an illusion. Meanwhile, bulls are experiencing a temporary, but highly enjoyable, hearing problem when anyone mentions risk. Happy “Hump” Day, Everyone! 🐫🐪😎

Gold/CPI Ratio The inflation-adjusted price of gold has reached a new high, breaking its previous record from January 1980. This reflects the ongoing devaluation of the U.S. dollar, global economic uncertainties, and strong demand from central banks. Image: Bloomberg

U.S. Equities – Foreign Investors’ Net Portfolio Equity Flows Foreign investors’ recent behavior in U.S. equities—marked by limited activity and stable portfolio allocations—suggests a long-term bullish outlook on the resilience of the U.S. market. Image: Deutsche Bank

S&P 500 Performance When Q1 Low Breaks the December Low Close Historically, when the S&P 500 index falls below its December low in the first quarter, it’s often seen as a warning sign for potential market weakness. Image: Carson Investment Research

Central Bank Gold Purchases The freezing of Russia’s central bank assets has had a profound impact on global financial strategies, driving central banks to significantly increase their gold holdings as a safeguard against economic and geopolitical risks. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research