Trade Policy Uncertainty Notwithstanding, Equity Bulls Welcome Weakness Emanating From DeepSeek And Tariff Jitters For Now

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Equity bulls bought weakness owing to DeepSeek and tariff jitters. Near term, the major indices act like they want higher prints. Mid- to long-term, the outlook gets muddied thanks to uncertainty owing to the new administration’s trade policy in particular. … Continued

Amidst Mixed Macro Signals Plus Other Divergences, New Highs In Major US Equity Indices

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Amidst mixed signals in the economy and divergences with the bond market and crucial metals, among others, US stocks continue to rally to new highs. US inventories are building – again. In October, manufacturing and trade inventories rose 0.2 percent … Continued

Fed Would Like Animal Spirits Unleashed – Would Investors/Businesses Oblige?

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The sharp decline in US stocks last October-December forced the Fed to do a 360 as relates to its campaign to tighten monetary policy.  The dovish shift apparently wants to unleash animal spirits.  Investors have obliged – thus far.  Will … Continued