Asset classes around the world have been rallying. Q2 earnings season, and China's growth, will tell us whether the good times can last. Read More

This week we take a look at Q2 and YTD performances of all major S&P 500 sectors. Read More

The central bank has hinted that it would sit pat on rates at its June meeting, but the recessionary effects of tightening already are clear. Read More

When the regional banking crisis ends, there will be a lot of money to be made in the ones that survive it. Read More

As expected, the FOMC hiked rates by 0.25% at the end of its May 2-3 meeting, but recessionary signals may force a Fed pause next month. Read More

The FOMC on May 3 will announce its rate decision and Fed Chair Jerome Powell will speak to the press. Will he again talk down the markets? Read More

Signs indicate that we’re witnessing the birth of a new bull market. Here’s a re-cap of last week, with a look at the busy week ahead. Read More

Despite the Silicon Valley Bank fiasco, small banks are getting back on their feet. But a few troubled institutions are causing jitters. Read More

The herd mentality thrives in the financial world, as hucksters cost investors billions. Here’s an updated look at the emperor's new clothes. Read More

There’s a divergence between market expectations for rate cuts and what the Fed is saying. Wall Street seems to be smoking the hopium pipe. Read More