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Watch us on YouTube!Part 2 of our on-the-road office hours.Paul and Ed hit the road recently with the founder of one their portfolio companies. Julian Kheel, founder of Points Path, traveled to Sioux Falls, South Dakota to spend time with Matt Paulson, CEO of MarketBeat. They're conducting office hours, coaching Julian on how to grow Points Path. We thought you might like an inside look into how investors and mentors coach founders. Hope you enjoy the show!We'd love it if you'd leave us a rating.  It takes less than a minute and really helps us out.  Just click here!If you've got a comment or question for the show, you can e-mail us at show@resultsjunkies.com.  You can find Paul and Ed  online @paulsingh and @pizzainmotion.

Success is often limited by the rules we feel obligated to follow, many of which we impose on ourselves. These self-created rules can create barriers that prevent us from fully realizing our potential! Join Deborah as she speaks with Anna Marie Imbordino about the transformative idea of living a life of our own choosing. Embracing this freedom can lead to greater satisfaction and success as we learn to navigate our unique journeys without the weight of imposed rules! Stay tuned! Here are the things to expect in the episode:Questioning limiting beliefs and embracing a 'Why Not' mindset.Embracing multi-passionate pursuits and finding a balance between personal and professional endeavors.Communicate openly with your partner or loved ones to ensure alignment and support in achieving a healthy work-life balance.Anna Marie's advice for exploring new career paths.And much more! About Anna:Anna Marie Imbordino, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Buzz Media Group.As a gifted cognitive communication strategist and storyteller, CEO Anna Marie Imbordino works closely with artists, visionary thought leaders, and impact-driven brands to help refine their message. With too many clients and projects to count, she is experienced in the most cutting-edge communication efforts, including media relations, internal relations and employee engagement, investor communications, digital communication strategy, journalism and editorial planning, experiential and event marketing, public speaking and thought management, awards alignment, guerrilla and grassroots strategy, influencer marketing and affiliate alignment, integrative campaign planning and strategic co-branding.Anna Marie sat as Co-president and Golden Trumpet Awards event chair for Publicity Club of Chicago and has been nominated for numerous awards and accolades. She was the recipient of a Silver Trumpet in Integrative Marketing Communications with the Golden Trumpet Awards, the Small Business Category Women in Digital Award with Digital Megaphone, and the Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards (Under 40) Category with the Daily Herald Business Ledger. Her editorial projects and media relations alignments have been published in major media outlets, including Modern Luxury, Nasdaq, MarketBeat, Benzinga, ABC, CBS, Inc., A Luxury Travel Blog, and more. Connect with Anna Marie Imbordino!Website: https://renaissanceartistcollective.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamarieimbordino/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawiththebee/ Book Recommendation:The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo   Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

Watch us on YouTube!Part 2 of our on-the-road office hours.Paul and Ed hit the road recently with the founder of one their portfolio companies. Julian Kheel, founder of Points Path, traveled to Sioux Falls, South Dakota to spend time with Matt Paulson, CEO of MarketBeat. They're conducting office hours, coaching Julian on how to grow Points Path. We thought you might like an inside look into how investors and mentors coach founders. Hope you enjoy the show!We'd love it if you'd leave us a rating.  It takes less than a minute and really helps us out.  Just click here!If you've got a comment or question for the show, you can e-mail us at show@resultsjunkies.com.  You can find Paul and Ed  online @paulsingh and @pizzainmotion.

Watch us on YouTube!Paul and Ed hit the road recently with the founder of one their portfolio companies. Julian Kheel, founder of Points Path, traveled to Sioux Falls, South Dakota to spend time with Matt Paulson, CEO of MarketBeat. They're conducting office hours, coaching Julian on how to grow Points Path. We thought you might like an inside look into how investors and mentors coach founders. Hope you enjoy the show!We'd love it if you'd leave us a rating.  It takes less than a minute and really helps us out.  Just click here!If you've got a comment or question for the show, you can e-mail us at show@resultsjunkies.com.  You can find Paul and Ed  online @paulsingh and @pizzainmotion.

Gill Gross returns to the podcast on the heels of Rafael Nadal's announcement that he will retire after next month's Davis Cup Final, for a wide-ranging conversation about the Spaniard's decision and legacy. Gross discusses the impact Nadal has made in the record books and off of the court, and breaks down how his ultimate rival Novak Djokovic looked in advancing to the Shanghai final. The broadcaster also recaps Jannik Sinner & Aryna Sabalenka collecting more trophies, the buzz that tense moments in tennis create, and which young men's players he's high on for the longterm. And then Dean Goldfine joins the show for a discussion about his long and distinguished coaching career. Goldfine explains how he started his journey working with Mary Joe Fernandez, and why his partnership with Todd Martin produced so many outstanding moments. One of American tennis' best teachers, Goldfine reflects on his time with Andy Roddick, & his USTA high performance coaching tenure that helped guide young stars like Sebastian Korda & Ben Shelton to new heights. And Goldfine assesses the current landscape of tennis, and why the game continues to evolve and improve. And rounding out this episode we have Mark Vellek, the tournament director for the MarketBeat Open in Sioux Falls. The event is the first time that pro tennis has come to South Dakota, and Vellek dives into the exciting week to come in his home state. The MarketBeat Open features a deep field that includes Chris Eubanks & Learner Tien, and is the first of four USTA Pro Circuit events that will go a long way into determining who wins the Australian Open Wild Card Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024. Beckley wins a spot as one of the top 100 U.S. cities for business startups, thanks in part to the WV Hive…WV Folklife is accepting applications for its apprenticeship program…and plan a cozy getaway to a unique overnight destination, from a treehouse to a European-style B&B…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV PRESS – Beckley has been recognized by MarketBeat.com as one of the top 100 U.S. cities for business startups. Beckley emerged as the highest-ranking city in West Virginia at No. 44, with Parkersburg also making the list at No. 56.  According to MarketBeat, the city “offers a supportive environment for startups in health care, education, and small businesses. The Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce and the WV Hive provide essential resources, including mentoring, access to funding, and coworking spaces.” This recognition highlights the West Virginia Hive Network as a pivotal reason entrepreneurs should consider this area to realize their dreams, according to Judy Moore, the group's executive director.  The WV Hive was founded by the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in 2016.  “Over the past eight years the WV Hive has comprehensively developed and implemented best practices to support 601 businesses and hundreds of aspiring entrepreneurs,” Moore said. “Alongside these clients and our support partners we have successfully worked to advance the small business ecosystem throughout southern West Virginia.” MarketBeat also cited Beckley's strategic location, supportive community, and lower cost of living as reasons for making the list. Read more: https://wvpress.org/wvpa-sharing/opinion-national-business-ranking-of-startups-singles-out-beckley-and-wv-hive-beckley-cited-as-a-hidden-gem-and-best-location-for-aspiring-entrepreneurs/   #2 – From THE REAL WV – The West Virginia Folklife Program is accepting applicants for its statewide Folklife Apprenticeship program. The program is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council that supports traditional artists working with dedicated apprentices on a yearlong apprenticeship in their cultural expression or art form. Folklife provides financial support to West Virginians seeking to carry on many different cultural traditions. Applications are due by Aug. 26. For more information on the program and to view previous apprenticeship pairs, visit West Virginia Folklife's website. Read more: https://therealwv.com/2024/08/08/wv-folklife-apprenticeship-program-keeps-traditions-alive-from-one-generation-to-the-next/   #3 – From WV NEWS – West Virginia is a prime destination for those seeking unique and unforgettable experiences. Beyond its renowned outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and rafting, the state offers some of the most fascinating and fun places to stay.  Lie in bed and gaze at the twinkling night sky from your geodome. Sleep nestled high above the forest floor in a cozy treehouse. Stroll through the butterfly-filled gardens of a European-style bed and breakfast Plan a last-minute summer getting or a fall leaf-peeping adventure at one of these unique and unforgettable destinations and many more! Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/discover-unique-and-unforgettable-stays-in-west-virginia/article_372cef16-54d3-11ef-b433-078367a388cd.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Matt Paulson is the founder and CEO at MarketBeat. He is the author of Email Marketing Demystified. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The goal for your ESPs is to show that people actually want your email and they will put your emails in the inbox, not in the spam folder. 2. In terms of who can get your message to the inbox, it's more about you and what type of email you're sending and who's sending it for you. Your reputation will be your reputation. You can do that in any ESP. 3. Most people don't send enough email. If you have a list, you should be emailing once a week at a minimum. For a highly-engaged list, you can send as much as once every day. Build a Massive Mailing List, Write Copy that Converts and Generate More Sales. Get the book for 0.99 dollar in Amazon - Email Marketing Demystified Sponsors HubSpot With HubSpot's customer platform you can spend less time switching between systems, and more time on growing your business. Visit HubSpot.com to learn how HubSpot's customer platform can help you grow your business BuckedUp Do you feel tired often, have low energy, or struggle with focus throughout the day. Then check out BuckedUp's Rut Testosterone Booster! They're currently doing a Buy One Get One Free offer that is not available on the website. Claim it today by texting FireNation to 312345, or go to GetRut.com/fire Shopify From their all-in-one ecommerce platform, to their in-person POS system, Shopify helps you sell from everywhere! Sign up for a 1 dollar -per-month trial period at Shopify.com/onfire

Matt Paulson is the founder and CEO at MarketBeat. He is the author of Email Marketing Demystified. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The goal for your ESPs is to show that people actually want your email and they will put your emails in the inbox, not in the spam folder. 2. In terms of who can get your message to the inbox, it's more about you and what type of email you're sending and who's sending it for you. Your reputation will be your reputation. You can do that in any ESP. 3. Most people don't send enough email. If you have a list, you should be emailing once a week at a minimum. For a highly-engaged list, you can send as much as once every day. Build a Massive Mailing List, Write Copy that Converts and Generate More Sales. Get the book for 0.99 dollar in Amazon - Email Marketing Demystified Sponsors HubSpot With HubSpot's customer platform you can spend less time switching between systems, and more time on growing your business. Visit HubSpot.com to learn how HubSpot's customer platform can help you grow your business BuckedUp Do you feel tired often, have low energy, or struggle with focus throughout the day. Then check out BuckedUp's Rut Testosterone Booster! They're currently doing a Buy One Get One Free offer that is not available on the website. Claim it today by texting FireNation to 312345, or go to GetRut.com/fire Shopify From their all-in-one ecommerce platform, to their in-person POS system, Shopify helps you sell from everywhere! Sign up for a 1 dollar -per-month trial period at Shopify.com/onfire

Adam is back for this month's South Dakota series episode with Matt Paulson, the founder and CEO of MarketBeat!MarketBeat is an Inc. 5000 financial media company based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With more than 4.5 million subscribers, MarketBeat is the largest digital media company in the Dakotas.Matt cares deeply about the Sioux Falls community (where he lives with his wife, Karine, and their two children) and has a huge heart for giving. Over the years, he has made significant investments to grow the region's startup ecosystem, enhance community amenities and in ministries. Because of his success, Matt gets asked to give. A lot! So he understands how giving can be an area where joy isn't a part of it.Listen in as Matt shares his personal and professional journey with giving and ends with tips for those of us who find it difficult to give with a cheerful heart.Whether you're a millionaire like Matt or you make minimum wage, I hope this conversation challenges you in the very important area of faith and finances.Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode: First Interstate Bank & The Tyler Goff Group First Interstate Bank has a mission to help people and their money work better together. They do this by ensuring clients can manage their money conveniently wherever they are while also providing the friendly service. They have over 300 locations throughout 14 states! For more information and to find a location near you, visit firstinterstatebank.comAre you on the hunt for a new house? Genuinely look no further. The Tyler Goff Group has a proven process that has transformed the lives of many clients. With the Tyler Goff Group by your side, you're not just buying a house – you're investing in a future home you'll love. To learn more and to contact Tyler or his team, visit tylergoffgroup.comSubscribe to The Conversation on YouTube: youtube.com/@adamaweber Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

Matt Paulson is the founder and CEO of MarketBeat. Matt's media company and newsletter has over 4.3M subscribers and is on pace to do $40M in revenue this year. Follow Matt Paulson on Twitter: @MattPaulsonSDWant more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comWork with Ryan's agency Tailwind Work with Matt's agency GrowLetterFollow Matt McGarry @JMatthewMcGarry and Ryan Carr @ryan_boat on Twitter.Episode Topics & Timestamps00:00 About MarketBeat and Matt's media company05:14 Ad spend across Google, Bing, Facebook, and other channels 09:09 Working with agencies  11:46 Managing advertising through agencies, offers, and automation.13:42 Hot stock trends drive high newsletter engagement.17:28 Two big companies and smaller affiliates20:56 The Financial publishing industry and the CPA model.25:06 Investor relations, financial newsletters, CPA deals.29:16 Dynamic offer rotation maximizes email campaign performance.32:42 Multi-channel marketing maximizes message delivery effectiveness.36:17 Email success depends on optimizing for sales.36:59 Rising newsletter ads face potential sustainability issues.40:44 Consider audience demographics, interests, then find affiliate program.45:53 Marketbeat's plans47:23 Pioneering data-driven financial content creation 50:21 Where to find Matt onlineLinks MentionedMarketBeat.comTwitter.com/MattPaulsonSD

Paul and Ed trek to South Dakota.  After spending time at Startup Sioux Falls, they sat down with MarketBeat CEO Matt Paulson.We'd love it if you'd leave us a rating.  It takes less than a minute and really helps us out.  Just click here!If you've got a comment or question for the show, you can e-mail us at show@resultsjunkies.com.  You can find Paul and Ed  online @paulsingh and @pizzainmotion.

Equity markets tried to rebound on Thursday, but the move was weak and short-lived. The S&P 500 gained about a half percent at the session's high but closed the day with a loss of 0.35%. The move may turn into a deeper rout today following the NFP report. If it aligns with labor data released this week, it will reaffirm the idea that the FOMC will keep interest rates higher for longer. In this scenario, the FOMC is on track to cut rates in 2023, but when and why are yet to be seen. As it is, the first cuts aren't likely until later in the year. Next week starts peak earnings season, but don't get too excited yet. The reports will come out in dribbles until Friday, when reports from the big banks are due. The general expectation is that banks generate solid profits due to higher interest rates and can sustain capital returns. The question is how the consumer is holding up. If the banks reveal a weakened or weakening consumer, the sell-off in equities could gain momentum regardless of bank earnings.

Equity markets fell for the 2nd trading day in January, marking the start of what could become a significant contraction for the S&P 500. The index shows signs of topping below critical resistance with a growing consensus that January will be a hard month for mega-cap stocks. Names from Apple to Amazon are moving lower as investors shed holdings in overcrowded names to raise capital. The thought is that a rut in the first half will quickly lead to a market bottom and the next great entry point for index investors.Among the signs of impending doom are the VIX and non-cyclical safe-haven stocks like the Consumer Discretionaries. Both move higher, indicating rising fear and a high probability of stock market correction. If the market can't regain traction soon, downward momentum could build in the broader market. In this scenario, the S&P 500 could correct as much as 20% or more with or without a recession.

Equity markets kicked off the 2024 trading year on a sour note, with the S&P 500 falling about 1% at the session low. The move is partly due to a downgrade for Apple that shaved more than 4.25% off of its price. Barclays downgraded the stock to Underweight, citing concerns about hardware sales centered on the iPhone. At the same time, the VIX advanced to show a bottom and a high potential for a market reversal. The combination of weak S&P action and rising VIX suggests a top has been hit for equities that may result in a deep correction. The primary catalyst this week, aside from the turning of the year, will be the NFP report on Friday. The NFP is expected to align with the outlook for a soft landing and may get the S&P 500 back into rally mode. If not, the market is heading lower in the first month of the year, which points to a soft first half followed by a rebound in the second, just like in 2023.

It's the first trading week of the New Year, and all eyes will be on the data. The monthly labor market data is due over the week and may lead the market to a new high. Solid employment and wage gains will help clear the path to a soft landing, allowing the FOMC to start cutting rates early in the year. As it is, the market expects the first cuts by March. Earnings season begins next week with reports from the big banks. The banks will likely report robust gains driven by high interest rates; the question is what condition the consumer is in. Consumer spending is the driving force of the US economy; a shock to the spending outlook will undercut the outlook for earnings and any rally that may form in the S&P 500.

Equities advanced on Thursday, extending the week's Santa Claus Rally to about 0.75%. The rally may continue on Friday, but it looks unlikely we'll see a new all-time high on the S&P 500 until next year. As robust as the outlook is for 2024, there are concerns that earnings growth will not be as good as forecasted and that the FOMC may tip the economy into recession. Because it takes 12 months or longer for FOMC policy changes to take full effect, the impact of rate hikes in the first half of 2023 are still working their way through the system and could cause a marked contraction in activity come January. The question on every trader's mind is what will happen with the S&P 500 index on Tuesday when the new trading year starts. One risk is that enough traders will sit on the sidelines, waiting to see what happens, causing a self-fulfilling prophecy. In that scenario, downside momentum could build quickly, leading the market into a full-blown correction.

Equities advanced on Thursday, extending the week's Santa Claus Rally to about 0.75%. The rally may continue on Friday, but it looks unlikely we'll see a new all-time high on the S&P 500 until next year. As robust as the outlook is for 2024, there are concerns that earnings growth will not be as good as forecasted and that the FOMC may tip the economy into recession. Because it takes 12 months or longer for FOMC policy changes to take full effect, the impact of rate hikes in the first half of 2023 are still working their way through the system and could cause a marked contraction in activity come January. The question on every trader's mind is what will happen with the S&P 500 index on Tuesday when the new trading year starts. One risk is that enough traders will sit on the sidelines, waiting to see what happens, causing a self-fulfilling prophecy. In that scenario, downside momentum could build quickly, leading the market into a full-blown correction.

Equity markets hovered near break even on Wednesday as investors weighed the possibilities for 2024. Among them is a rally. The outlook for earnings is growth with sequential acceleration throughout the year. Another is a recession. The FOMC policy is restrictive and yet to be fully seen in the data. The odds are high that consumer spending will be weak in the first half and may lead to a recession. This sets the market up to advance, provided the Q1 reporting season is good, or to fall if it isn't. The next market-moving news for equities will come next week. The monthly jobs creation data is due and is expected to reveal persistent strength in the labor markets. In this scenario, the odds of a soft landing will grow and help to lift equities ahead of the Q1 reporting season. Calander Q1/fiscal Q4 reporting begins in two weeks with JPMorgan Chase. The bank is expected to grow revenue by 20% over last year and widen margin aided by higher interest rates.

Equity markets advanced on Tuesday in a day of light holiday week trading. The S&P 500 gained less than a percentage point but set a new two-year high and is on the way to retesting the all-time high soon. Equities will likely move higher this week in a Santa Claus Rally and could set a new all-time high before the New Year. This week's action will be characterized by low volume. Traders and investors are taking a break, waiting to see what happens with the New Year, inflation and the Fed. There are no earnings reports and few economic releases, so politics and geopolitical tensions could drive a knee-jerk reaction should news develop. Oil is vulnerable to such a move; the price of WTI hit bottom with the FOMC pivot to a less hawkish stance and could be sent sharply higher, given a catalyst.

Equity markets closed out the week with a gain, making the 8th consecutive weekly increase for the S&P 500. The hope for FOMC rate cuts early in 2024 has driven the move, and this week's PCE price index aligned with the outlook. The index came in at 3.1%, slightly cooler than expected, suggesting the Fed's soft landing is fast approaching. The question is if the economy will hit the ground running or crash through, and either scenario is unfavorable to equities. On the one hand, disinflation and deflation will lead to recession and on the other, consumer inflation remains hot for years with a risk that it will accelerate and drive the FOMC back into rate-hiking mode. Santa Claus Rally or not, the S&P 500 is approaching its next major turning point. The index may continue higher and set new highs in 2023 or be contained by resistance. The following week could be telling, but investors should not read too much into holiday-week trading. The true test of the market will come in January.

Equity markets tried to rebound from Wednesday's unexpected selloff on Thursday but failed to regain the prior days' losses. The S&P gained 1% for the day but closed well off the highs for the week. The weekly pattern suggests a rising level of fear ahead of the PCE report, due out Friday. The PCE report is expected to confirm slowing inflation but at an insufficient pace to allow the FOMC to cut interest rates soon. The S&P 500 price action shows resistance below the all-time high, a critical hurdle for the market. Given the proper catalyst, resistance at this level could lead to range-bound trading or a sharp correction. That catalyst could come soon, given the risk of inflation accelerating. Oil markets are already stabilizing after their correction, and ocean-going freight rates are through the roof on geopolitical concerns centered on the Red Sea.

Equity markets tried to rebound from Wednesday's unexpected selloff on Thursday but failed to regain the prior days' losses. The S&P gained 1% for the day but closed well off the highs for the week. The weekly pattern suggests a rising level of fear ahead of the PCE report, due out Friday. The PCE report is expected to confirm slowing inflation but at an insufficient pace to allow the FOMC to cut interest rates soon. The S&P 500 price action shows resistance below the all-time high, a critical hurdle for the market. Given the proper catalyst, resistance at this level could lead to range-bound trading or a sharp correction. That catalyst could come soon, given the risk of inflation accelerating. Oil markets are already stabilizing after their correction, and ocean-going freight rates are through the roof on geopolitical concerns centered on the Red Sea.

Equity markets reversed course on Wednesday, ending a steady string of advances with a 1.5% decline. The move was driven by fear the Fed would not cut rates early in 2024 but would hold off until mid-year or later. The latest CPI report showed inflation cooler than before but holding steady near double the FOMC 2.0% target, a level inconsistent with the idea of interest rate cuts. The November PCE Index is due on Friday and may confirm stabilizing inflation at a higher-than-normal rate, a scenario sure to keep the FOMC in a hawkish stance for the next few meetings. The S&P 500 is unlikely to move higher without a significant change in the outlook. The PCE data could do it, but it may take more than one data point to sway the Fed. This means high-interest rates and their impact on housing and consumer markets will remain in place. With the outlook for S&P 500 earnings growth in a quick retreat, it is likely the market will enter another correction in the first half of 2024 and could shed 10% to 20% before it is through.

Equity markets extended their rebound another day, lifting the S&P 500 by 0.5% on Tuesday. The move was driven by intensifying hope that the FOMC would cut interest rates soon, a hope that may take the broad market index to a new high. The index is on track to hit and exceed the all-time before the end of the year and could produce a solid Santa Claus Rally next week. The caveat for investors and traders is that the FOMC may not cut rates as quickly as hoped, and data that could alter the outlook is due this week. This week's release of November inflation data will help push the S&P into its next move, setting new all-time highs or topping out. The market expects the PCE data to show cooler inflation than last month and year and may be disappointed with the results. The CPI index showed inflation holding steady and at levels well above the Fed's target rate, which should be expected from the PCE. The takeaway is that inflation is cooling but still running hot compared to the 2.0% target rate and will keep the FOMC in a hawkish stance for the foreseeable future.

Equity markets advanced on Monday, setting the S&P 500 up for an 8th consecutive week of gains. The move took the index up about 0.75% at the session's high to set a new multi-year high just shy of the current all-time high. Because the market continues to show resilience and momentum in the face of high interest rates and inflation, it should be expected to continue higher. The question is what the market will do once the all-time high is reached. The primary market-moving event for the week is the PCE price index, due on Friday. The index is expected to confirm slowing inflation by posting the lowest pace in three years since the inflation surge began. The risk now is that inflation will cool faster than expected and lead the market to another extreme, an extreme in which disinflation and deflation lead to recession. Assuming the data is as expected, Santa Claus should come to town for the traditional Santa Claus Rally.

Equity markets advanced following as-expected inflation data and a shift in Fed policy. The Fed indicated rate cuts are likely in 2024, marking the top of the rate hiking cycle. The bad news is that inflation continues to run hot so higher-than-normal interest rates will persist for some time. Even with the 75 basis points of cuts indicated, the market will end the year with rates at 4.5% or higher and double the rate going into the COVID-19 pandemic. The S&P 500 is moving higher, and a Santa Claus Rally is likely; this week's PCE price index is a likely catalyst for the bulls. The risk is that markets remain below critical resistance at the all-time high which might cap gains for this year and next. However, if the S&P 500 can move above the all-time and sustain it through January, the odds are high that the market will continue to rally in 2024.

Equity markets were relatively unchanged on Thursday as traders digested the previous day's news. The shift in FOMC policy is promising but may not be the great news equity markets seek. While the Fed has signaled the peak of interest rates and oncoming cuts, the news is already spurring demand for homes and energy, raising the possibility inflation will accelerate again. The rate on the 10-year treasury fell to the lowest level since July during the session, indicating a significant decline in mortgage rates, while the price of oil surged more than 3.5% at the session's peak on demand hope. The S&P 500 is still in rally mode and will likely end the year higher than it is now. The caution for traders is that the index remains below the all-time high and may be unable to cross the threshold to a new all-time high without another catalyst to drive it. The next significant catalyst is the PCE price index due on December 22nd, just in time to usher in the Santa Claus Rally if it confirms cooling inflation.

Equity markets cheered the FOMC's latest policy shift but should not be sanguine. The Fed's shift is likely short-lived, given the impact of the news on oil and equity markets. The Fed signaled at least three quarter-point interest rate cuts in 2024, clearing the runway for oil and risk-on asset demand. In this environment, inflation could easily accelerate, leading the FOMC to revert to its tighter stance. The S&P 500 gained more than 1.25% at the height of the session as investors loaded up on deep-value stocks with high yields and a significant chance of outperforming bonds as interest rates fall. Capital invested in such names will continue to pay the same 4% to 6% yield as bonds indefinitely, with the added bonus of capital appreciation. The bad news is that the technical outlook for the S&P 500 continues to deteriorate. The market moved higher with a solid gain but indicators such as MACD and stochastic are overbought and diverging from the action suggesting growing weakness as the rally grinds higher.

Equity markets continue to diverge from oil prices, with the S&P 500 moving up to set another new high for the year and oil prices falling to the lowest in months. The moves were driven by an as-expected CPI report, which has equity traders hoping for the first interest rate cuts to come soon and oil markets scared higher-for-longer will impact demand and lead to recession. The takeaway is that enough uncertainty remains for either outcome to be accurate; the question now is which market has it right and what the truth will mean for the economy and stocks when it becomes known. The CPI data was as expected and confirms cooler inflation, but inflation remains hot and double the Fed's target at the core level. The data suggests inflation will continue to trend lower and lead to the coveted soft landing, but there is a risk that the FOMC will act too soon. Letting the market think that rate cuts are indeed on the way would be a catalyst to drive demand, keep inflation running hot and keep interest rates higher for longer than the market is pricing. With OPEC+ trying hard to keep oil prices higher, it won't take much to get that market into gear and underpin another surge in prices.

Equity markets advanced on Tuesday, driven by hope for cooling inflation and news from the retail sector. Private equity firms have made a joint offer to take mall-based Macy's private. The deal alleges the stock is deeply undervalued, highlighting value across the industry. Names like Kohl's and Abercrombie & Fitch also advanced on the news gaining mid to high-single digits for the day. Today's market-moving event will be the CPI index. The index is expected to reveal that core inflation is holding steady compared to the previous month, keeping the FOMC in wait-and-see mode. The risk for traders is hotter or cooler than expected data, with the FOMC meeting set for Wednesday. The committee isn't likely to alter its policy but could begin to signal the next policy shift, which would be a bullish catalyst for the market. The S&P 500 advanced 0.4% for the session setting a new high for the year; the index is still below significant resistance targets at the current all-time high.

Equity markets advanced in the preceding week but may not get much higher. The S&P 500 is facing stiff resistance near 4,610, and multiple catalysts due this week could dampen appetite for stocks. Among them are the CPI inflation data, the FOMC policy decision and the November retail sales. Because inflation is expected to run hot again, the FOMC is unlikely to alter its stance on interest rates. The retail sales figure may also be disappointing, given the impact on spending that higher prices and interest rates have. The next move for the S&P will be telling. If the market manages to move up to a new high this week, the odds of it setting a new all-time high are near certain. If not, the market will remain range-bound for the foreseeable future and a Santa Claus Rally is unlikely. In that scenario, a move to retest support near 4,550 is the least investors should worry about because a much deeper correction could be coming.

Equity markets rebounded on Thursday on hopes that labor data would be a Cinderella story. The data can not be too hot or cold or may raise fears of higher interest rates for longer or looming recession, depending on which way the wind blows. In either case, the outcome for the S&P 500 will be tepid earnings growth in 2024. The S&P 500 advanced 0.75% at the session's peak and remains within a tight range at critical resistance. Next week will be a hot one for traders. The economic calendar is filled with potentially market-moving events running from the Retail Sales figure through inflation and an FOMC policy announcement. What makes next week different from others is that the PPI and CPI will come out ahead of the FOMC decision and could drastically alter the outcome. The data is expected to cool from the previous month; the question is by how much. Enough to put the committed on track to cut rates in early 2024 or enough to cause concern that inflation is falling too fast?

Equity markets tried to rebound on Wednesday but stumbled after getting what they wanted: soft labor data. While the ADP and JOLTs figures suggest softening in the labor market and may lead the FOMC to cut rates sooner than expected, there is a downside that should be considered. Slowing labor market growth and business spending will impact GDP in 2024 and may lead the economy into recession. The odds of a soft landing have grown in recent months, but investors should not be sanguine, the Fed has been behind the curve since the beginning of the inflation crisis and is unlikely to proactively cut rates. Cutting too soon will result in accelerating inflation and higher rates for longer. The S&P 500 continues hovering at critical resistance with several potential catalysts. The first comes on Friday with the NFP report, expected to show a solid job gain of 190,000, the next is the following week and includes a double-shot of inflation news, the FOMC decisions and retail sales. The CPI and PPI will most likely confirm slowing inflation but the retail sales may also confirm weak spending and lackluster holiday season.

Equity markets continue to trend within a tight range below critical resistance. At the same time, good news continues to emerge but it is more of a sell-the-news event because the news is centered on weakening economic data. A softer than expected JOLT figures suggest a pullback in business spending and hiring that will aid a reduction in inflation. The bad news is that reduced business spending and hiring will also result in soft GDP growth and a weaker consumer. The S&P 500 is hovering at critical resistance with a catalyst due on Friday. The monthly job growth figures are expected to show sustained labor market health but may give the market what it wants: soft data and a reason for the Fed to cut rates. The risk now is that the market may indeed get what it wants and more, the recession everyone feared would happen but didn't.

Equity markets pulled back on Monday to potentially end 5 straight weeks of historic market gains. The S&P 500 rose more than 12% in that time to set a new high for the year but may not be able to move much higher. The market is still trading within a significant range, and there is little reason to think it can continue to rally. While the peak of the Fed's interest rate cycle is near, there is still much uncertainty in the 2024 outlook, and the consensus figures for earnings growth continue to decline. The latest figures for Q4 have S&P 500 EPS growth at only 3%, down nearly 1000 basis points from the peak set earlier this year. Economic data is the most visible market-moving event this week. About a dozen reports are due, with the NFP and labor data topping the list. The NFP is expected to show persistent strength in the labor market and give the FOMC little leeway with their next decisions. Consumer inflation is cooling, but tight labor market conditions are a tinder box for inflation provided a catalyst: the Fed indicating lower rates are coming is a catalyst the market is desperate to see.

Equity markets advanced last week, but the top to this rally is closer than ever. The bulk of the week's movement occurred on Friday, which is a generally bullish signal but met resistance near recent highs. The technical picture suggests the market hit the ceiling and stands to correct any day and maybe spurred to sell off this week. This week brings the latest labor market data, which is expected to align with labor market health and wage inflation. The risk for markets is oil. Oil has been a wild card in 2023, but the odds are high that the price will rise soon. OPEC's latest production moves will take some time to impact but keep the supply/demand outlook tight. In this scenario, the price of oil is unlikely to stay down long and could rebound to the top of the EIA's target range for next year. That puts the price of oil at an average of $89 per barrel in 2024 and in position to keep inflation running hot.

Equity markets continue to tread water near critical resistance. Thursday's action was driven by an as-expected read on consumer inflation that reinforces the idea the FOMC will start cutting interest rates soon. The risk is that rapidly slowing inflation will turn into receding inflation and drive the Fed to make aggressive cuts. In that scenario, the release of pent-up demand in the housing sector could send inflation back to record highs. Next week will bring another hurdle for market participants. The monthly labor data is due out and will either confirm persistent labor market strength and wage inflation or show eroding business activity. In either case, the S&P 500 earnings growth outlook will suffer and cap gains for equities. As it is, the range-bound S&P 500 is trading near critical resistance, showing a string of Spinning Tops with deteriorating indicators with a substantial risk of correction.

Equity markets tried to advance on Wednesday but could not hold the gain. The result is another day of sideways trading near recent highs in a string of sideways moves that are beginning to look like a frothy market top. Wednesday's action was driven by a hotter-than-expected revision to Q3 GDP and reinvigorated fear of higher interest rates for longer. Without a catalyst to drive it higher, the odds are high that the S&P 500 will begin to correct soon. The indicators point to an overbought market and waning momentum about to swing into negative territory. Such a move would confirm a bearish sentiment with the index trading at critical resistance and could lead sellers into the market. One potential catalyst will be released today, the PCE price index, and the next FOMC meeting is only 2 weeks away.

Equity markets wavered for the 5th consecutive trading day on Tuesday as participants waited on critical inflation data. The latest read on the PCE price index is due Thursday and will lead the market to its next move. The data is expected to cool compared to the prior month and previous year, confirming the idea the FOMC is done raising rates. The question is if the data will indicate higher rates for longer or point to the first interest rate cuts since 2020. Another cause for market concern is OPEC+. The cartel is set to meet again on Thursday and is expected to confirm additional production cuts. The cartel is working hard to keep the supply/demand imbalance tilted toward higher prices but non-OPEC production continues to rise. If the cartel is successful with its plans it could underpin inflation and keep the FOMC in a hawkish position regardless of the PCE Data.

Equity markets began the week on uncertain footing as investors look ahead to what December will bring. The S&P 500 hugged the flat line throughout the day, leaving the markets slightly lower at the session's end. The cause for concern includes the OPEC+ decision on production targets, which was delayed from last week, and the October reading of the PCE price index. OPEC+ is expected to reduce production to support oil prices, and the PCE index is expected to cool. While one new byte is expected to cap gains in equity markets, the other could spur the market to new heights. In either case, investors should not chase prices and be prepared for volatility. The question on everyone's mind is if Santa Claus will bring a rally to town this year. The Santa Claus Rally traditionally starts a week or two before the Christmas Holiday and tends to leave equity markets higher at the end of December. This is more true in election years when pre-election positioning helps to lift equities. If Santa Claus does bring a rally to town, the S&P 500 could end the year at a record high.

Equity markets advanced the week of Thanksgiving as investors gave thanks for slowing inflation. Although still hot, inflation has cooled to the point that the FOMC is expected to start cutting rates in the first half of 2024. The coming week's PCE Price Index may confirm the trend and, if so, spur the market to new highs. The risk for traders and investors is that the market will top out soon due to the declining estimates for Q4 earnings.The Q3 earnings season was better than the consensus estimate at the start of the reporting season, which aligns with the trend. The consensus for Q4 imploded during the cycle, which also aligns with trends and suggests a weak holiday quarter and earnings weakness in Q1 of 2024. In this scenario, a persistently declining outlook for earnings will weigh on the market as the quarters progress and keep the market range bound regardless of the FOMC's next move.

Equity markets advanced on Wednesday, setting a new three months ahead of the Thanksgiving Holiday. The move is partly due to a gain in Microsoft driven by the reinstatement of Sam Altman to the held of OpenAI. Shares of Microsoft moved up to set a new all-time high on the news and could head higher. The company is establishing itself as a rival to AI powerhouse NVIDIA and will likely build on the momentum gained in 2023. The S&P 500 closed with a gain near 0.5%, but the move wasn't strong. The index tests resistance at a critical level and has difficulty advancing above it. If the market doesn't commit soon, bearish traders could come back to the market. In this scenario, the index is capped at critical levels and below the all-time high, where it is likely to remain range-bound. With the holiday shopping season looking like a bust, it's unlikely the S&P 500 will set new highs soon without a change to the fundamentals. That won't come without a change in the FOMC policy stance, which isn't likely until next year.

Equity markets stumbled on Tuesday on mixed results from Lowe's and other retailers. The quarterly results were mixed with top-line weakness but margin strength to drive outperformance on the bottom line. Still, it was the guidance that sapped investors' confidence. The guidance points to a weaker-than-expected holiday quarter, but there is a caveat. The caveat is that weaker-than-expected guidance has been the theme in retail all year and offset by better-than-expected reality. If this trend continues, the holiday quarter shouldn't be too bad. Other news impacting market sentiment includes the FOMC minutes. The minutes from the last meeting gave no indication that a rate cut was near, which isn't what the market wants to hear. The market is ready for the first cuts to start soon so that the housing market can get unstuck, but it could be disappointed. Although the pace of inflation is slowing it is still high, and the FOMC needs to be sure that inflation is tamed, so higher-for-longer is still the name of the game.

Equity markets stumbled on Tuesday on mixed results from Lowe's and other retailers. The quarterly results were mixed with top-line weakness but margin strength to drive outperformance on the bottom line. Still, it was the guidance that sapped investors' confidence. The guidance points to a weaker-than-expected holiday quarter, but there is a caveat. The caveat is that weaker-than-expected guidance has been the theme in retail all year and offset by better-than-expected reality. If this trend continues, the holiday quarter shouldn't be too bad. Other news impacting market sentiment includes the FOMC minutes. The minutes from the last meeting gave no indication that a rate cut was near, which isn't what the market wants to hear. The market is ready for the first cuts to start soon so that the housing market can get unstuck, but it could be disappointed. Although the pace of inflation is slowing it is still high, and the FOMC needs to be sure that inflation is tamed, so higher-for-longer is still the name of the game.

Equity markets had a lot to give thanks for on Monday and rose 0.75%. The move took the S&P 500 to the highest level since July and is on track to continue higher. The market is at a critical resistance point that, if crossed, opens the door to a larger move. The S&P 500 could advance to the 4,800 level in this scenario before hitting its next resistance point. This week is an uncertain time for the market. The end of the Q3 earnings reporting season is at hand, and holiday trading conditions are present. This means low volume and an above-average chance for volatility. Because the biggest name reporting this week is NVIDIA, there is a good chance that markets will be volatile on Friday. NVIDIA is expected to nearly triple its revenue compared to last year and may exceed that given the demand for AI and services.

The S&P 500 advanced for the third consecutive week last week, but the rally may be over. The weekly candle is strong, but the dailies show gaps, froth, spinning tops and resistance at a critical level. This level has provided resistance multiple times and is the starting point of the sell-off, which began over the summer. Investors should expect another significant sell-off to happen soon if the market can not get above this level. This could be a quiet week for the market. The Thanksgiving Holiday will shorten the trading week by a day, and not many economic or earnings reports are due. The single report of interest is NVIDIA, which is scheduled for Tuesday night. The company is expected to grow revenue by nearly 200% and could outpace the estimates given the demand for AI. Guidance may also be good and should help lift the stock price. If not, it will be due to fears of market share loss to up-and-comers with advanced chips like Advanced Micro Devices and Microsoft.

Equity markets nearly snapped a 3-day winning streak on Thursday, with the S&P 500 rising marginally for the day. The move was sparked by fears of slowing consumer spending and the possibility of deflation and recession. In that scenario, deflating prices and slowing demand could equate to widespread job losses, stagnating GDP growth and aggressive FOMC rate cuts. While rate cuts are what the market wants, they may come at a cost that will trim significant value off the S&P 500. The S&P 500 is at another critical juncture with little more than a month left in the trading year. Next week is the Thanksgiving Holiday, and after that, December. With inflation in retreat and the FOMC in wait-and-see mode, Santa Claus may bring a rally to Wall Street. No major economic releases are due, but a few earnings reports, including NVIDIA, could amp up the market. The company's solid momentum could easily lead to outperforming the astronomical estimates. Revenue for the AI-chip leader is expected to ramp nearly 175% YOY.

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