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Discussion - Equities traded lower last week while bonds continued in a strong downward trend. Inflation concerns and the possibility of conflict in Ukraine appeared to contribute to lower prices in both equities and bonds. From a technical analysis perspective, the...
Market Notebook
Discussion - Last week was a volatile but positive week for equities. The S&P 500, as measured by the ticker SPY, closed the week above the 200-day moving average but below the 20-day exponential moving average. While the close above the 200-day moving average is...
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Discussion - Last week was another difficult week for U.S. equities and bonds alike. Global equities were mixed.The October 4th, 2021 technical support area for the S&P 500 was tested and held, with prices closing above the October lows. This suggests the January...
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Discussion - U.S. equities traded sharply lower on the week while bonds, as measured by the ticker BND, carved out the possible beginnings of a consolidation pattern.Ticker SPY, representing the S&P 500, smashed through a theorized area of price support for...
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Discussion - Both equities and bonds retreated last week, with bonds suffering a technical break lower from recent consolidation. It appears that bond market participants are concerned that the Federal Reserve will need to move more aggressively than previously...
Market Notebook
Discussion - Both equities and bonds retreated last week, with bonds suffering a technical break lower from recent consolidation. It appears that bond market participants are concerned that the Federal Reserve will need to move more aggressively than previously...
Market Notebook
Discussion - Equities appeared to consolidate near all time highs while bonds continued a consolidation pattern with lowered volatility during the last week.Equity performance during 2021 was outstanding as gains appeared to be fueled by the COVID recovery trade and...
Nine Timeless Personal Development Lessons
As 2022 comes into view, it’s time to take stock of 2021 and prepare for a better, more productive and prosperous new year. The January/February issue of Success Magazine lists nine timeless personal development lessons that have persisted for decades. The following...
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Discussion - Equities staged a recovery last week while bonds lost some ground. Nonetheless, both appeared to remain within a wide-ranging consolidation pattern. Uncertainties regarding inflationary pressures and growth appear likely to contribute to continued...
Market Notebook
Discussion - Both equities and bonds could be considered to have been consolidating within a range during the last week. Specific names, especially in the tech sector, were beaten up. There are several names in the value candidate list that are starting to look...