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Sometimes You Have To Take What's Given
The economic data was positive overall this week and the markets seem to have taken the Fed rate hike in stride. Last week's market saw...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 28, 20236 min read


Market Breadth Improves As Tech Takes A Backseat
Markets moved mostly higher last week as the rally broadened away from Big Tech. Only 18% of companies have reported 2nd quarter earnings...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 24, 20232 min read


Market Momentum Supported By The Data, So Far
Most asset classes were higher last week as markets seem to be looking past the Fed's rate forecasts. Market sentiment last week focused...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 17, 20232 min read


That Means You, Tommy Boy!
The Fed is either confused or they are sowing confusion. For the most part, equities seem to be shaking off the noise, but for how long?...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 14, 20235 min read


The Fed Game
Markets declined last week on new worries about a rate hike later this month. Though last week was a holiday-shortened week, there was...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 10, 20232 min read


Strong End To The Quarter
Equities resumed their march higher last week. The shorter week, due to the July 4th holiday, should mean lower trading volumes this...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jul 3, 20232 min read


In The Air
Equities are having a good run as the 2nd quarter of 2023 comes to a conclusion. In fact, the S&P 500 Index is set to have its best June...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 30, 20236 min read


Don't Call It A Pause
All equity sectors but one were lower last week, as the market took a pause from its recent move higher. Fed Chairman Powell was...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 26, 20232 min read


It's Right Under Your Nose
Last week it was all about Powell's "hawkish pause." This week, it's about the market taking a pause. Is this an unwinding of progress...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 23, 20235 min read


Markets Begin To Doubt The Fed
Markets moved higher last week in spite of the “hawkish pause.” Markets had largely anticipated the “pause” or “skip” in rate hikes last...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 19, 20232 min read


Weekend At Powell's
The market was largely anticipating the "pause" or "skip" in Fed rate action this week. What wasn't anticipated was the increase in the...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 16, 20235 min read


"Pause" or "Skip" - Take Your Pick
The broad-based rally continued last week as technology took a back seat. Equities moved higher last week as the Fed Futures remain...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 12, 20232 min read


Never Gonna Give Up
Investors like to hold onto certain narratives, especially when they have invested heavily on said narrative. The reality is, market and...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 9, 20234 min read


Debt Ceiling Deal & The "Skip"
Members of Congress compromised to avoid default by putting a debt ceiling deal in front of the President last week. This sent stocks...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
Jun 5, 20232 min read


Positive Debt Ceiling News Helps Stocks
Some equity sectors rallied last week on positive news on the debt ceiling front. The economic data was largely positive last week, but...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 30, 20232 min read


Fed & Treasury Nearly Hijack Markets
Equities rallied last week, but saw downward pressure on Friday after debt ceiling talks stalled and the Treasury Secretary's comments on...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 22, 20232 min read


FOMO Or The Real Thing?
Equities have rallied this week between 1 and 3%, depending upon which market index you're tracking. Then our fearless leaders began...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 19, 20235 min read


Markets Stuck Among Crosswinds
Markets are stuck in a holding pattern as interest rates, the debt ceiling, and banking woes keep equities tamped down. The Housing and...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 15, 20232 min read


Markets In Holding Pattern
Markets seem to be in a holding pattern as there is still uncertainty surrounding interest rates, banking solvency, and the debt ceiling....

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 12, 20236 min read


Unexpected Move For Markets
Equities were lower for the week despite the Fed hinting at a pause in future rate hikes. First quarter corporate earnings are having...

Scott Poore, AIF, AWMA, APMA
May 8, 20232 min read
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