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ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Bulls are confident that the bull market in 2025 is as secure as a dog with a bone—stay ready for surprises! Have a Great Day, Everyone! 😎

U.S. GDP Consensus Forecast The U.S. exceptionalism narrative appears fragile. With expectations already high, there’s little room for positive surprises, and weaker economic data could hurt the dollar due to investors’ skewed positioning. Image: TS Lombard

ISABELNET Cartoon of the Day Ignoring climate risks in your portfolio is like wearing a parka in a sauna—you might feel cozy now, but you’re in for a sweaty surprise later! Have a Great Day, Everyone! 😎

Difference Between Initial Release and Consensus Expectations of U.S. GDP U.S. GDP was one of the biggest upside surprise compared to consensus expectations, highlighting the challenges of accurately forecasting economic trends and outcomes. Image: BofA Global Research

Inflation – U.S. CPI vs. Median Forecast Will U.S. headline CPI continue to surprise to the upside? Image: BofA Global Research

Was the US Stock Market Crash on October 19, 1987, a “Black Swan” Event? A “Black Swan” is a metaphor that describes an event that comes as a surprise with a major effect, which is extremely difficult to predict. The theory was developed by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. The US stock market on October 19, 1987,…