Market Commentary: 2025 Q4
AI Capex and Portfolio Considerations AI-related capital expenditures contributed more to U.S. GDP growth in the first half of 2025 than consumer spending, a historic
Market Commentary: 2025 Q3
Valuations remain at record highs The stock market reached new heights over the past three months, with major indices hitting all-time records despite ongoing economic
Market Commentary: 2025 Q2
Tariffs roil markets and the economy The Trump administration’s action involving tariffs have resulted in much volatility in the markets. As of inauguration day, Wall
Market Commentary: 2025 Q1
Recession avoided but uncertainty remains Many recession indicators have moderated over the past quarter. In November, The Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index increased for the
Market Commentary: 2024 Q4
The Fed provides interest rate relief The U.S. economy is currently showing signs of resilience and stability. Inflation has moderated, approaching the Federal Reserve’s 2%
Market Commentary: 2024 Q3
The usual suspects are driving this market higher The major stock market indices rose over the past quarter due mostly to only a handful of
Market Commentary: 2024 Q2
After taming inflation, the Fed aims for a soft landing The market seems to have found a durable bottom in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Market Commentary: 2024 Q1
After taming inflation, the Fed aims for a soft landing The market seems to have found a bottom in the previous quarter. There was a
Market Commentary: 2023 Q4
Over the past year, the 7 biggest US companies (all technology-related) have performed stunningly compared to the rest of the market. We identify 2 reasons