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Rising Policy Uncertainty Leads to Increased Market Volatility
Stocks declined in early April after the White House unveiled sweeping tariffs, with the S&P 500 falling over -10% in the first week. However, after
Key Updates on the Economy & Markets
Stocks fell in the first quarter after two consecutive years of gains exceeding +20%. The year started off strong, with the S&P 500 reaching a
The Market Navigates Economic and Policy Uncertainty in February
Stocks traded lower in a late-month sell-off as sentiment weakened. The S&P 500’s decline erased most of its post-election gains, which had been driven by
Stocks Rally as Market Leadership Shifts in Early 2025
Stocks traded higher to start 2025, but there was a change in market leadership as the rally broadened. Large Cap Value, which underperformed over the
Quarterly
perspective
2024 Market Recap & 2025 Outlook
There was no shortage of market-moving events in Q4. The stock market opened the quarter with a slow start in October, but the outcome of the presidential election triggered a broad rally in November….
The Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates by -0.50%
The major development in 3Q24 was the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by -0.50%, the first rate cut of this cycle. It came as the Fed shifted its focus, with unemployment rising to a 33-month high and inflation moving back to target.
2Q 2024 Recap & 3Q 2024 Outlook
The topic of interest rate cuts continues to dominate the financial markets. Investors are focused on when the Federal Reserve will lower rates, all while keeping a close eye on corporate earnings and valuations. READ MORE
4Q 2023 Recap & 1Q 2024 Outlook
Financial markets underwent a sizeable shift in the fourth quarter. Treasury yields, which spiked in Q3, reversed lower as inflation eased and the Federal Reserve hinted at interest rate cuts in 2024
Global
Equity
Analysis
Allocation and Performance
A review of market performance, major events, asset classes & allocations….
Global Equity Markets
Global market valuations, earnings growth, investor positioning and equity returns…
Global Economic Update
US and international economic activity, sentiment and macro indicators
Global Credit Markets
Global credit market overview, yields, rates, and current conditions
