The stock market’s reaction to the September rate cut was forecast in advance by the deterioration in the market internals. Expectations are high, after last week ISM Manufacturing Index, that we will see another rate cut at the end of the month, but will it really help the stock market? more...
Here are some of the more interesting trends to monitor in the market as 2019 progresses. 1. Relatively High Valuation Of The U.S. Market This trend has persisted for longer than many expected, but remains notable in a historical context. At the time of writing, the S&P 500 trades at a PE of 18x, with other metrics telling a similar story. That's high by historical standards. On the other hand, developed markets outside of the U.S. trade at around 12x earnings, closer to ...