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Weekly Market Insights – October 23, 2023

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

Yields rose after traders speculated that strong economic data might persuade the Fed to raise rates. for the first time since 2007, while mortgage rates hit 8%–the highest level since mid-2000. Economic Strength, Housing Weakness The economy continued to evidence surprising strength according to data released last week.

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Weekly Market Insights – October 9, 2023

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

When Treasury yields hit their highest level since 2007 on Tuesday, stock prices dropped, leaving the Dow Industrials in negative territory for the year. 7 This Week: Key Economic Data Wednesday: Producer Price Index (PPI). Source: Econoday, October 6, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Jobless Claims.

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2nd Quarter Market Update

Ballast Advisors

Overall Economic Overview: The second quarter of 2023 has witnessed a mixed economic landscape characterized by a series of challenges and opportunities. Economic Indicators: Here are some key economic indicators that have contributed to shaping the markets this year: 1. percent in the 1st quarter of 2023.

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Weekly Market Insight – November 7, 2022

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

The yield on the two-year Treasury note rose to its highest level since 2007. This Week: Key Economic Data. Source: Econoday, November 4, 2022 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Registered Representative, Securities offered through Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor.

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6 Pros Make Their Best Guess To Where The Market Is Going

Validea

Of course, getting that timing right is a challenge, but Arnott points to the Shiller price-to-earning ratios, which shows that equities are still expensive and the S&P 500, while trading below its recent peaks, is still well above the low it hit during the 2007-09 financial crisis.

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6 Pros Make Their Best Guess To Where The Market Is Going

Validea

Of course, getting that timing right is a challenge, but Arnott points to the Shiller price-to-earning ratios, which shows that equities are still expensive and the S&P 500, while trading below its recent peaks, is still well above the low it hit during the 2007-09 financial crisis.

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Market Responses to Fed (in)Action | Weekly Market Commentary | June 20, 2023

James Hendries

As the economy is likely downshifting, investors should take heed that the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) current stance is eerily similar to early 2007. That’s not suggesting another 2008 is coming, but rather highlights how fast the economic environment can change.