Understanding Fluctuations and Trends in Economic Data Interpretation

2024-07-02

Market surges nearly 1000 points! Expectations high for strong earnings growth this quarter. Companies set to beat lowered earnings bar. #FinancialMarket #EarningsGrowth
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2024-07-01

The Supreme Court strikes down the Chevron Deference that allowed government agencies to dictate policy, bypassing Congress. This may be the biggest decision since their relegation of abortion policy back to the states in striking down Roe v Wade. Meanwhile, markets end the 2nd quarter somewhat sloppily, but still positive for the year, possibly portending a positive finish for the year. This does not, however, exclude the possibility of correction this summer, and August, September, & October in an election year are typically weak. Lance retells his weekend rent house experience as an underscore endorsing renting over homeownership for most folks. Shocking. A look at the dichotomy of confidence: Expectations for market gains this year do now square with our feelings about the economy

2024-06-27

The Fed and economists are encouraged because CPI is down to 3.3% from a high of nearly 9% in 2022. Despite the Fed’s “significant progress” in lowering inflation, most citizens are outraged and confused by economists’ relatively rosy inflation observations. Most citizens believe inflation is still rampant. The Fed and economists are correct in that inflation is now tame. At the same time, citizens dissatisfied with high prices have solid grounds on which to base their disapproval.

Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer
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Articles mentioned in this report:
"Why Economists And Citizens Have Different Inflation Realities"

2024-06-25

💰 Seeking the perfect investment? 🚀 Wall Street is on it! Learn about the $120 billion ETF trend in my latest video. #Investing #ETFs #WallStreet

We address the common investor’s desire for a perfect low-risk, high-reward investment. He discusses the unrealistic expectations and the growing demand for such ideal investments in today’s market and economy.
– The search for a magic pill investment.
– Expectations versus reality in market investments.
– Economic uncertainty driving demand for low-risk options.
– The illusion of high upside with minimal downside.
– Practical advice for cautious investors.

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2024-04-24

Got a million dollars, now what? Creating a strategy tailored to your goals is key. Check out our latest vuidei for tips on super savers’ habits! 💰 #FinancialPlanning #millionairenextdoor

Discover the secrets behind the financial success of millionaires in our latest video! Learn the habits that could make or break your journey to reaching your saving goals.

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2024-04-17

Market Recap, Jerome Powell on rate cuts and stickier inflation; commodities on the rise = inflation. The CRB Index correlation with W. Texas Crude; no rate cuts until Fall? Markets break the 50-DMA; might be time to trim and rebalance for risk. Jury Duty and the Reflation Trade; Easter + Spring Break impact on March retail sales were underwhelming, following similar disappointment with February & Valentine’s Day sales. How long can "buy-now, pay-later" last? How to screw up your retirement; the only way to wealth is by saving money; investing is for protecting wealth against inflation. The HODL Plan (hold on for dear life); avoid speculation. The demographic line of demarcation in saving for retirement; paying off credit cards, saving 30% of income; fully-fund 401-k.

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2024-04-11

Having risen by about 40% since last October, Gold is on a moonshot. Many investment professionals consider gold prices to be a macro barometer, measuring the level of anxiety in the economy, inflation, currency, and geopolitics. So what is and isn’t driving the price of gold higher?

Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA
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Articles mentioned in this report:
"Is Gold Warning Us Or Running With The Markets?"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/is-gold-warning-us-or-running-with-the-markets/
"Margin Debt Surges As Bulls Leverage Bets"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/margin-debt-surges-as-bulls-leverage-bets/
"Inflation Scare Or Much Ado About Nothing?"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/
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2024-04-05

It’s the Financial Fitness Friday episode of The Real Investment Show, hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Financial Advisors, Danny Ratliff, CFP, and Jonathan McCarty, CFA, CFP
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer
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Articles mentioned in this report:
"Japans Lost Decades: Are We On The Same Path"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/japans-lost-decades-are-we-on-the-same-path/
"Market Corrections Matter More Than You Think"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/market-corrections-matter-more-than-you-think/
"Q1 Earnings Season Approaches"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/
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The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "The Bernie Madoff Trendline Remains in Effect" is here:
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