Halftime Report The Future of the Rally 7/18/25
Jul 18, 2025
Jenny Harrington, an investment expert known for her disciplined growth strategies, joins Steve Weiss, who specializes in private markets, and Kevin Simpson, recognized for bold portfolio maneuvers. They delve into key economic data and S&P earnings, weighing cautious investor sentiment amid market uncertainties. Kevin reveals significant portfolio changes while discussing the importance of sustainable business models ahead of earnings season. They also explore AI investment strategies and the potential impacts of tariffs and Federal Reserve decisions on the market.
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Muted Earnings Rally Ahead
- Earnings season is expected to be more muted with no significant overall gains despite individual booms and busts.
- Valuations are stretched, and earnings growth alone does not justify another 7% market rise this year.
Market Valuation Insensitive
- Tariff deadlines might be extended, reducing downside risk in the short term.
- Markets have grown valuation insensitive, possibly due to a new cohort of investors used to only rising markets.
Market Not a Bubble Yet
- The current market is not a bubble like 2023's narrow leadership by a few stocks.
- Earnings broadening across sectors reduces bubble concerns despite reliance on top performers for growth.