The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Billions of Dollars at Stake in a Puzzling Holiday Shopping Season : It promises to be unpredictable, with retailers and consumers still figuring out how much will be spent and on what kinds of goods. ( That will cause a drop in property taxes and strain city budgets. The Political Economy Blog ). Businessweek ). New Yorker ).

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Abnormal Returns

DECEMBER 19, 2022

wsj.com) Institutional investors don't like paying property taxes. papers.ssrn.com) Economy Ben Carlson, "The Fed sounds serious about hitting its 2% target but it’s likely not going to happen overnight." newsletter.abnormalreturns.com) Mixed media How retailers use holiday music to get you in the buying mood. npr.org).

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Carson Wealth

APRIL 22, 2024

Geopolitical worries are high, but historically the impact of global events on stocks has been short-lived, especially if the economy is strong. While geopolitics is a near-term risk, three major themes for 2024 are worth watching: Data continues to support an overall positive outlook for the economy. and hides underlying strength.

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The Big Picture

OCTOBER 3, 2023

We dive deep into all sorts of things about running businesses, managing risk, and then when we began talking about his public sector service, we went deep into the Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017. It had gone from a fairly, fairly heavy retail business to a very institutional business. We know that we want to get tax done.

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The Big Picture

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Oh, and the economy would have hurtled into the worst depression since the Great Depression of 1929. Recall that the Atlanta Fed’s GDP Now in June 2020 showed the economy had been cut in half, down -52.8%. Major industries – Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Entertainment, and Services – would have completely broken down.

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The Big Picture

JULY 25, 2023

I have a new thesis I have been noodling around with: All of those Square credit card processing machines you use to pay for coffee or sandwiches or small retail purchases are driving inflation higher. New York Times ) • The Apple Tax Play That Keeps Uncle Sam at Bay : Interest rates are up, and bond prices are down.

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Zoe Financial

APRIL 15, 2024

CPI is stubborn to lower current levels because the economy is doing well. Especially in the services aspect of our economy, the employment rate remains way below historical averages and the mean wage pressure. We need to keep an eye on the economy and our earnings for companies that continue to perform fairly well.

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Zoe Financial

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

AI is proving itself as transformational for the space over time and potentially to the economy as well. Separate from technology, retailers were also up this past week. S&P retail sector gained 1.8% Economies and markets fluctuate. Nvidia rose 9% over the week and briefly topped $2 trillion in market cap.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

But stocks regained some momentum on Wednesday and rallied Thursday despite disappointing reports on both retail sales and industrial production for January. Here’s How It May Affect Your Taxes Taxpayers who work in the gig economy may benefit from a better understanding of how their work affects their taxes.

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Nationwide Financial

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Markets are attempting another bounce on Monday in reaction to the UK scrapping tax cut and emergency bond plans. While institutional investors remain on the sidelines, retail investors remain in buy-the-dip mode, with positive fund flows in seven-consecutive weeks. The Bank of America Bull & Bear Indicator remains at 0.0

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Zoe Financial

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Retail sales did a little better than expected. Economy is slowing down a bit but there is no sign of a recession. Zoe Financial is not an accounting firm- clients and prospective clients should consult with their tax professional regarding their specific tax situation. Economies and markets fluctuate.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 11, 2024

The economy added 275,000 jobs in February—exceeding the 198,000 expected—but wage growth slowed, and jobless claims edged up. Some investors saw that as a negative, while others viewed it as a “Goldilocks” moment—an economy that’s not too hot or cold. Retail Sales. 4,5 Source: YCharts.com, March 9, 2024. Treasury Statement.

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Investing Caffeine

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Economy Remains Healthy : As mentioned earlier, the constant barrage of recession calls over the last two years has been blatantly wrong. As a result, there is a powder keg of dry powder on the sidelines in the form of $6 trillion in institutional and retail money market funds (see chart below). briefly at the end of October.

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Zoe Financial

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Economy did not see a recession despite various interest rate hikes. Retail sales. Stay tuned for next week. Nothing in these materials is intended to serve as personalized tax and/or investment advice since the availability and effectiveness of any strategy is dependent upon your individual facts and circumstances.

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Zoe Financial

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Economic Updates: Stronger than expected retail sales, 0.7% If the economy is doing fairly well, it is unlikely that inflation will come down. Zoe Financial is not an accounting firm- clients and prospective clients should consult with their tax professional regarding their specific tax situation. month-over-month growth.

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Zoe Financial

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Economy seems to be cooling off while not at a recession, which might bring inflation down. Retail sales to see how the consumer is growing up. Zoe Financial is not an accounting firm- clients and prospective clients should consult with their tax professional regarding their specific tax situation. Nasdaq was up 2.5%

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Zoe Financial

MARCH 11, 2024

Retail sales. Nothing in these materials is intended to serve as personalized tax and/or investment advice since the availability and effectiveness of any strategy is dependent upon your individual facts and circumstances. Economies and markets fluctuate. Federal Reserve takes a good look at wage growth.

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Trade Brains

MAY 17, 2023

Fundamental Analysis Of Sonata Software : When the US economy took a hit, a direct impact could be seen on some of the most prominent Indian IT companies. The company’s core industry focus is retail, travel services, energy, agriculture, commodities, and professional services. Profit After Tax (Rs. FY 19 2,960 249 12.75

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Zoe Financial

AUGUST 22, 2023

economy losing some steam. Economic Data: July retail sales came in better than expected. China had some alarming news that might impact the global economy. Small caps are underperforming the broader market. Concerns around the U.S Unemployment rate remains abnormally low. GDP is mostly driven by consumption.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Economic Strength, Housing Weakness The economy continued to evidence surprising strength according to data released last week. Despite worries of a struggling consumer, consumers increased their spending as retail sales rose 0.7% This information is not intended to substitute for specific individualized tax advice.

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Zoe Financial

JANUARY 16, 2024

Retail Sales on Wednesday. Nothing in these materials is intended to serve as personalized tax and/or investment advice since the availability and effectiveness of any strategy is dependent upon your individual facts and circumstances. Economies and markets fluctuate. Less than the expected 2% inflation expectation from the Fed.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

economy has come into the spotlight. An analysis conducted by The Wall Street Journal recently proposed that the economy’s resilience could be attributed, at least in part, to the productivity driven by the technology sector. Retail Sales. Consult your tax, legal, and accounting professionals for more specific information.

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Zoe Financial

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Coming up next week: Retail sales and housing starts. Nothing in these materials is intended to serve as personalized tax and/or investment advice since the availability and effectiveness of any strategy is dependent upon your individual facts and circumstances. Economies and markets fluctuate. Core CPI ticked down from 4.3

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 25, 2024

He added that if the economy keeps on its current course, that the FOMC would likely “begin dialing back policy restraint at some point this year.” Retail Inventories. This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized tax advice. 4,5 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: New Home Sales.

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Discipline Funds

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Not only do we know that shelter is making inflation look irrationally high, but we also know that the most important retailers in the US economy are saying exactly what the CPI ex-shelter says. We live in the real world where we pay for inflation, taxes and fees over time. So, this is no longer just me projecting now.

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Zoe Financial

MAY 14, 2023

The Federal Reserve is in restrictive territory (trying to slow down the economy). April retails sales and expected earnings from a couple “proxies” for the economy. What to look out for this week: Negotiations on U.S. debt ceiling have been postponed till next week. Ready to Grow Your Wealth?

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Trade Brains

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It is amongst the top 10 retailers of ethnic apparel, particularly sarees, in south India in terms of revenues and profit after tax in Fiscal 2020, 2021 and 2022. India is estimated to be among the top three global economies in nominal GDP by Fiscal 2050. The Apparel market size in Fiscal 2020 was US$ 55.9

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

AUGUST 1, 2022

Undaunted by another Fed rate hike and news of a contracting economy, the stock market rallied last week on better-than-expected corporate earnings. It was an inauspicious start to the week after a big-box retailer missed earnings and reduced forward guidance on Tuesday, sparking a broad market retreat. Economy Contracts .

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Nationwide Financial

AUGUST 8, 2022

Pessimists argue that Fed hawkishness is here to stay, economic data is deteriorating, negative estimate revisions given slowing demand and weakening margins, geopolitical tensions, and lack of capitulation among retail investors. Risk, momentum, and sentiment indicators have all materially improved since the market bottom in mid-June.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MAY 22, 2023

1,2,3 Possible Debt Deal After stumbling on weak April retail sales and a combination of disappointing earnings and weak guidance from a major retailer, stocks moved higher mid-week as the news on the debt negotiations turned more positive. This information is not intended to substitute for specific individualized tax advice.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

JANUARY 22, 2024

That and a stronger-than-expected holiday retail sales report put pressure on stock prices. The week was full of economic news that suggested continued resilience in the economy, which may add complexity to the Fed’s next decision. December retail sales came in strong, +0.6% Are you looking to start a gratitude journal?

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Zoe Financial

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Retail sales declined 0.6% The fact that retail sales are down is an indication that the most important driver of growth is not looking so hot going into next year. On Tuesday, we have November housing starts and new and existing home sales out Real estate and housing are really important indicators for the overall economy.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MAY 13, 2024

Stocks were still basking in the afterglow of fresh jobs data, which eased investor concerns of an overheating economy. Retail Sales. If you receive Social Security benefits, you may have to pay federal income tax on some of these benefits. We suggest that you discuss your specific tax issues with a qualified tax professional.

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Clever Girl Finance

OCTOBER 7, 2022

While some careers are tied to the economy, such as hospitality and tourism, or some retail jobs , others stay fairly constant regardless of whether the economy is doing well or not. Our physical and mental health doesn’t care about what’s going on in the economy. People will get sick even during a recession.

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Truemind Capital

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Equity markets are at a very interesting juncture where the market participants have not been able to ascertain the future outlook of the US and world economy (with a bias for positive outcomes). Despite the rosy outlook, the valuations do not provide comfort for the short to medium term given our strong linkages with the Global economies.

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Nationwide Financial

AUGUST 15, 2022

Institutional investors and hedge funds remain conservatively positioned, share buyback activity will accelerate as earnings season ends, and companies front-run the excise tax next year. China’s economy unexpectedly weakened in July, as continued Covid pressure impacted consumer and business spending. ahead of the 52.3 What to Watch.

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Investing Caffeine

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The Fed’s goal is to inflict quick, near-term pain on the economy in exchange for long-term price stability and future economic gains. KMX), the national used car retail chain confirmed the softening price trend last week. How quickly has the Fed been hiking interest rates? Source: Trading Economics. Source: Calculated Risk.

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