Thoughts on the Market

Although last week's market correction was long overdue (and perhaps not finished), two differences separate the tech bubble of 1999-2000 and the present.

A handful of heavily shorted stocks took markets for a bit of ride this week. Does it say something larger about the future direction of equities markets?

On this episode, we look at the evolution of U.S. consumer spending trends—and parallel investment themes—as COVID-19 vaccines roll out this year.

When it comes to the next round of U.S. fiscal stimulus, in the near term it may be the journey that moves markets, not the destination.

It’s hard to ignore that pockets of excess have developed in financial markets. While past is not always prologue, a look back at the global financial crisis and tech bubble of 1999 provides perspective.

Data on housing supply, demand, affordability and credit availability paint an optimistic picture for U.S. housing. We dive into the outlook for residential credit and agency mortgage markets.

Investors are keeping a worried eye on the pandemic, expensive stock valuations and potentially higher inflation. But even in these areas there may be cause for optimism.

As a Democratic administration takes the reins in the White House and Congress, what policy moves should investors expect?

Investors have become infatuated with the S&P 500, but a rotation to new leadership suggests a look toward stocks that have been off the radar.

As Congress and a new administration ponder new stimulus to navigate the pandemic, what will 2021 look like for FX and government bond markets?