Many Capitalisms
Neither “capitalism” nor “socialism” feels accurate. Many Americans favoring “socialism” actually support a Scandinavian-style model of high taxes and spending, not full government ownership of production.
The Price And Income Elasticities Of US Trade Flows
The long lags in the exchange rate are consistent with numerous studies indicating that the effects of the exchange rate take a long time to have an effect.
VOO Versus VOOG – Which Is Better For Your Portfolio?
VOO may suit investors looking for a steady, broad-market approach, while VOOG could appeal to those seeking higher growth potential and are comfortable with increased risk.
Rates, Dollar, And Economy
Financial market outlooks at start of 2025.
Q4 Earnings Season Looms: A Preview
The expectation is that 2024 Q4 earnings for the S&P 500 index will be up +7.6% on +4.7% higher revenues.
Stock Market And Budget Projections: Do The Numbers Add Up?
It seems the median forecast is for the S&P 500 to rise by roughly 10 percent over the course of 2025 from its year-end 2024 level.
Stocks And Precious Metals Charts - Otherworldly
Trading for the new year starts next week in earnest.
Small Banks Suffer Big Deposit Outflows As Money Market Funds Hit Record Highs Into Year-End
Money market assets surged again in the last week of 2024 to a new record high of $6.848 trillion and at the same time money flowed into bank deposits for the fifth straight week.