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2024-08-22
Markets are again approaching all-time highs, with the NASDAQ exhibiting a most v-like recovery, up 11% in ten days. Markets’ response to the largest (818-k) negative Jobs revision since 2009: Shrugs. FOMC meeting minutes indicate the time is "appropriate" for the Fed to lower rates. French women apparently have the longest life expectancy; Lance & Michael review FOMC meeting minutes and mentions of "appropriate time" to lower rates is now. So, far no leaks prior to Jackson Hole meeting. How WalMart is using AI to manage real-time sales/inventory data. The Fed knows jobs data is wrong. Is Jerome Powell Pinky or The Brain? There’s personal inflation and then there’s data the market looks at. The Fed doesn’t want deflation, and 2% inflation is healthy for stable economic growth.
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2024-08-20
The market’s 8.5% decline during August sent shockwaves through the media and investors. The drop raised concerns about whether this was the start of a larger correction or a temporary pullback. However, a powerful reversal, driven by investor buying and corporate share repurchases, halted the decline, leading many to wonder if the worst is behind us.
However, the picture becomes more nuanced as we examine the technical levels and broader market conditions. While the recent bounce suggests the market decline may be over, risks remain—particularly with the November election looming. Let’s dive into the details.
The August Decline: What Caused It?
August has historically been volatile for markets; this year was no exception. A combination of factors drove the S&P 500’s 8.5% drop:
2024-08-18
Becoming a parent shifts your perspective completely. The responsibility of protecting that little person transforms your entire mindset. #Parenthood #PerspectiveShift
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2024-08-17
Understanding yield curve inversion is key! Don’t panic when it happens – it doesn’t automatically mean a recession is imminent. Check out the chart to see the full picture. 📈 #Finance101 #YieldCurve
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