As yields decline, so does cash’s appeal
Money market assets keep growing despite yields declining. This week’s chart looks at the diverging trends as cash may be losing its luster.
Cash attractiveness may have peaked in 2023
Cash was an attractive, safe asset last year amid elevated rates. This week’s chart looks at why the tide may be changing.
Markets pricing in too much Fed easing?
Is the market expecting too much from the Fed? This week’s chart looks at the dramatic decline in market-based rate expectations.
Small caps show signs of economic stress?
This week’s chart looks at the rising percentage of small cap companies reporting negative earnings as public index returns mostly remain in neutral.
Inflation data drives market volatility
As the market remains focused on inflation, this week’s chart looks at S&P returns on days when CPI is released compared to non-release days.
Sentiment and spending fight it out
Consumer sentiment and spending are telling two different stories, which could lead to differing economic outlooks.