INSIGHTS
Wind in the Willows
Feeling Good vs. Looking Good
The stock market is up more than 10% this year. Unemployment is low, and compensation levels are rising. Sounds awesome right? Everyone should feel great about the economy and their personal finances. According to the Federal Reserve Survey of Household Economics and Decision-making, that may be true for personal finances, but nothing could be further for the truth about the broader economy. The numbers are startling. 73% of people feel good about their own personal finances, but only 18% feel good about the economy. F
The Stock Market Looks Set Up, Like A Bowlin’ Pin and Oil Looks Like Roy Munson
As is often the case, the Stock Market activity does not match up well with headline information or what is expected for earnings going forward.