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The Changing Narrative
Volatility appears to be the new normal for the calendar year 2022. Lest we forget, the new year began with the S&P 500 moving to a fresh all-time high.
Do We Really Need To W.I.N.?
Now we have the highest inflation in 40 years. And a Fed that appears desperate to retain their credibility as "inflation fighters".
Record Trade Deficit Contracts Economy
The equity market struggled again last week as the S&P 500 saw its fourth consecutive weekly loss. The U.S housing market continues to run hot as single-family home prices and price appreciation have reached new records.
Recalibrating On The Fly
As of last Tuesday, the market had a pretty good feel to it. But then it happened. Jay Powell started talking about declaring war on inflation. To say that the reference to Mr. Volcker's rate hikes spooked the market is an understatement.
Hawkish Comments Cause Selloff
Inflation fears, which were mistakenly considered transitory by the Fed since May 2021, continue to surprise investors unknowingly.
Figuring It Out
Whether inflation, the Fed, Putin's heinous attack on Ukraine, shortages, supply chain issues, earnings, or economic growth, there seems to be no shortage of things for investors to fret about.
Don't Fight The Fed?
Even with the bunch of rate hikes on the table, interest rates will be "higher" but not "high" from a historical perspective. So, while rates may go higher, they may not be high enough to bite.
A Pair Of Pivots Worth Watching
The biggest news last week revolved around the apparent pivots from an unlikely pair: Powell and Putin.
Sigh Of Relief
From a near-term perspective, stocks are now overbought and the bulls couldn't be blamed for taking a break.
How Much Is Enough?
At the lowest point, which occurred just 4 trading days ago, the S&P 500 had fallen -13.05% from its January 3, 2022, high watermark.
Blame It On Putin?
Stocks may need some time to "work through" the issues at hand and to get comfy with the outlook for the rest of the year. In other words, stocks could certainly remain in a trading range for a while.
Happy Twosday
From a macro point of view, this market has multiple issues to deal with.
Working Through The Issues
The correction in stocks has been largely due to the Fed changing course.
Are We Having Fun Yet?
Stock and bond traders are in the process of adjusting to a changing environment. A transition, if you will, from one regime to another.
Two Thoughts Before You Panic
Before you sell everything and start loading up on those 3X Inverse ETFs, there are a couple of questions that investors may want to have answers to.
Markets Rethinking The Outlook
Yields are breaking out to new highs for the current cycle, and stocks are following the direction of bond prices. Down. Hard.
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