CPI and PPI reports this week, and the Fed’s decision on rates next week, will drive the markets for the rest of 2023. Read More
Stock Market Investing
The outperformance of cyclical stocks underscores the long-term bull case, but we face near-term hurdles as sentiment battles seasonality. Read More
There’s an analogy between the turbulence experienced by pilots and investors. Here's how to read the indicators and adjust your flight plan. Read More
The long-feared economic recession hasn’t occurred and it’s no longer in the forecast, as indicators increasingly provide reason for optimism. Read More
September-October is historically a time for storms, in the markets and along the Atlantic coast. Here's how to brace for seasonal volatility. Read More
The latest economic data reflect disinflationary trends, strengthening the case for the Fed to sit pat on rates at its next meeting. Read More
Now that the seasonal transition from summer to fall is underway, let’s review the past month and look at the month ahead. Read More
The latest data for the central bank’s preferred inflation gauge showed a slight uptick, but the long-term inflation trend remains favorable. Read More
Our editorial director answers letters from readers on a range of investment topics, with advice of universal applicability. Read More
September-October is historically the worst-performing period of the year for the stock market. Here’s a look at this seasonal effect. Read More