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Markets Brief: What to Watch in the February Jobs Report

Forecasts call for continued strong hiring, but investors should keep an eye on any revisions in the data.

Lauren Solberg Mar 3, 2023

3 Undervalued Renewable Energy Stocks

These clean energy stocks are focused on green energy and trading at attractive valuations.

Lauren Solberg Feb 24, 2023

Why Are Bonds Selling Off Again?

Fading optimism about friendlier Fed policy has bond yields heading back to where they started the year.

Lauren Solberg Feb 22, 2023

These Stocks Are Leading the Growth Rebound

Tech stocks such as Apple, Nvidia, Block, and Lattice Semiconductor are fueling the growth stock rally in 2023.

Lauren Solberg Feb 15, 2023

January CPI Report Shows Sticky Inflation Is Back

With new data showing inflation has been stronger than previously reported, the Fed is seen keeping rates higher, longer.

Lauren Solberg Feb 14, 2023

Markets Brief: January CPI Report Forecasts Show a Bump in the Road to Lower Inflation

A hot reading on inflation in the CPI report could mean higher rates for longer.

Lauren Solberg Feb 10, 2023

Hot January Jobs Report Presents Puzzle for Investors

With no signs of weakness in hiring, expectations for a friendly Fed get pushed back again.

Lauren Solberg Feb 3, 2023

Will the January Jobs Report Show Any Signs of Weakness in Hiring?

Economists forecast another healthy reading on employment but are on watch for cracks in the foundation.

Lauren Solberg Jan 30, 2023

Don’t Lose Faith in the 60/40 Portfolio

Inflation holds the key, but over time, the approach still looks sound.

Lauren Solberg Jan 25, 2023

How to Find Stocks Poised to Outperform

Wide moats plus low valuations have been a winning combination.

Lauren Solberg Jan 18, 2023

With the December CPI Report, Is the Fed’s Inflation Target Coming Into Range?

Fed seen halting rate increases at the March meeting.

Lauren Solberg Jan 12, 2023

Market Brief: Will the December CPI Report Help Further Tame Inflation Fears?

Jobs data reassures investors; declining natural gas prices hits energy stocks.

Lauren Solberg Jan 6, 2023

December Jobs Report Offers Good News: Easing Wage Pressures, Healthy Economy

Fed seen able to further slow rate increases in February.

Lauren Solberg Jan 6, 2023

15 Charts Explaining an Extreme Year for Investors

We look back at a brutal year in stocks, bonds, and crypto.

Lauren Solberg Jan 3, 2023

5 Charts on Value Stocks’ Big Comeback

Having been out of favor for more than a decade, value stocks have caught back up with growth.

Lauren Solberg Dec 21, 2022

Too Early to Celebrate, but the November CPI Report Gives the Fed Breathing Room

Goods prices slide into deflation, but services show continued upward pressure.

Lauren Solberg Dec 13, 2022

Small-Cap Stocks Are Really Cheap

Valuations on small caps are at their lowest in decades, and a recession looks priced in.

Lauren Solberg Dec 2, 2022

Why the November Jobs Report Is Raising Inflation Concerns, Again

Strong wage growth, payrolls may not bode well for the fight against inflation.

Lauren Solberg Dec 2, 2022

Markets Brief: Has the Stock Market Hit Bottom? 3 Signs to Watch

In a down week for the market, Taylor Swift hits Live Nation stock, FTX ripples swamp Coinbase.

Tom Lauricella Nov 18, 2022

Why These Biotech Stocks Are Outperforming the Market

Recession-resistant stocks include undervalued names like Moderna and CRISPR.

Lauren Solberg Nov 18, 2022

Are These Stocks the New Market Leaders?

Cash-generating stocks including healthcare and financials, rather than Big Tech, could be the favorites when the bear market ends.

Lauren Solberg Nov 11, 2022

Finally, the CPI Report Has Some Good News on Inflation

Fed still seen continuing to raise rates, but at a slower pace and stopping sooner.

Lauren Solberg Nov 10, 2022

Are Bonds a Better Bet Than Stocks Right Now?

Morningstar Investment Management’s Marta Norton lays out the changing calculus for investing across the markets.

Lauren Solberg Nov 9, 2022

Markets Brief: Why October CPI Report Forecasts Have Fed Policy Hanging in the Balance

Software stocks slump as investors wrestle with Fed outlook.

Lauren Solberg Nov 4, 2022

Strong October Job Report Sets the Stage for Continued Fed Rate Increases

Moderate wage growth a good sign for inflation, but CPI reports will determine the Fed’s path.

Lauren Solberg Nov 4, 2022

Big China Stock Bets Continue to Hit Emerging-Markets Funds

‘Autocracy risk’ takes its toll on China’s stock market, down more than 50% since February 2021.

Lauren Solberg Oct 31, 2022

Markets Brief: What to Watch in the October Jobs Report, Fed Meeting

After mixed big technology earnings, focus turns to healthcare and energy Q3 results.

Jakir Hossain Oct 28, 2022

Big News for Investors: TINA is Dead

Thanks to rising bond yields, the era of `There Is No Alternative’ besides stocks for income is finally over.

Tom Lauricella Oct 19, 2022

Will the 60/40 Portfolio Start to Work Again?

The jury is out on whether rising bond yields could turn the tides back in favor of the popular diversification strategy.

Lauren Solberg Oct 13, 2022

CPI Report Suggests the Fed May Step Up Rate Hikes, Again

Despite hot inflation for September, the case for cooling in 2023 remains strong.