The world of investing and trading can often seem like a labyrinth of data and jargon. However, one crucial piece of information that can significantly impact your investment decisions is the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) data. With the upcoming PCE release this week, it’s essential to understand what this data is, how it differs [...]
Written by: Angela Akers Over the past few months, we've explored the proprietary stock analysis indicators and Market Timing Systems provided by VectorVest. If you're not familiar with these indicators, here are some quick refreshers: Relative Safety Relative Timing Relative Value VST Value, Safety, Timing Now, the question now becomes, how can you put [...]
Monday: Mixed Start Interest rate concerns overshadowed gains in the tech sector, leading to a mixed start for the week. The Dow fell by 0.5%, the S&P 500 edged up by 0.1%, and the Nasdaq rose by 0.7%. Tuesday: Nvidia Earnings Boost Anticipation ahead of Nvidia’s earnings lifted sentiment, resulting in a positive session. [...]
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Monday: Mixed Start Wall Street began last week with mixed results as investors exercised caution ahead of key inflation data. The Dow dropped by 0.2%, the S&P 500 dipped slightly by 0.02%, and the Nasdaq managed a 0.3% gain. Tuesday: Optimism on CPI Data Anticipation of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) release boosted the [...]
The April inflation report provided a mixed bag of signals for the economy, leaving many investors wondering how these developments might influence their portfolios. With inflation cooling slightly to 3.4% annually but remaining above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, the implications for the stock market are complex. Let's delve into how these inflation trends [...]
Last week kicked off with optimism on Wall Street, driven by dovish remarks from the Fed, resulting in gains across the board. The Dow climbed 0.5%, the S&P500 rose 1.0%, and the Nasdaq surged 1.2%. However, sentiments shifted on Tuesday as Minneapolis Fed chief Neel Kashkari hinted at steady rates, leading to a mixed [...]
Monday: Anticipation Lifts Markets Stock prices began the week on a positive note, buoyed by anticipation of key earnings releases and the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. The Dow, S&P500, and Nasdaq all posted gains of 0.4%, 0.3%, and 0.4%, respectively. Tuesday: Confidence Data Dampens Sentiment Cooler-than-expected Consumer Confidence data, coupled with rising [...]
In a recent turn of events, the inflation narrative has taken center stage, prompting a closer examination of its implications on Federal Reserve policy. Let's delve into the intricacies of these developments and their potential ramifications. The Commerce Department's personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index revealed a notable uptick in consumer prices, registering a 2.7% [...]
Anticipation surrounding the upcoming big tech earnings releases fueled a positive start on Wall Street. The Dow improved by 0.7%, the S&P500 added 0.9%, and the Nasdaq surged 1.1% on Monday. Tuesday saw a continuation of the bullish sentiment, driven by impressive earnings beats from GM, Pepsi, and Spotify, along with optimistic forward outlooks. [...]
