Join The Sandman for this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, as he examines the link between consumer staple ETFs and the evolving food industry, highlighting the impact of GLP-1 drugs on food demand. He discusses strategies for market exposure, emphasizing research and understanding market dynamics, with a focus on companies such as Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. Additionally, The Sandman analyzes broader market trends, including the Federal Reserve’s potential rate cuts and their influence on bond prices and investment opportunities in sectors like small cap value.

In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander explains the significance of the creation of new jobs, the drop in unemployment rate, and the implications of a 4% year-over-year wage increase. He explores how these figures suggest a strong yet moderating job market. The Sandman also looks ahead to the Consumer Price Index and the Federal Reserve’s decision, both pivotal in shaping market expectations. Tune in for an analysis of these economic indicators and their potential impact on market trends.

Join The Sandman as delves into the bearish predictions for the stock market as 2024 looms closer. He begins by discussing the bearish target for the S&P 500 and reflects on the market’s rapid changes and volatility. Looking ahead, the host advises a cautious approach for 2024, acknowledging possible modest growth in earnings but not at the overly optimistic levels some predict. This market briefing is a valuable resource for listeners seeking a balanced and experienced viewpoint on the upcoming year’s market trends, offering a blend of historical insights and current market analysis.

In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander unpacks the bullish perspective on the stock market as we edge closer to 2024. He begins by summarizing the optimistic bullish view: What if everything currently priced into the market actually transpires? Delving into the specifics, the episode examines the forecast for the S&P 500. The discussion then shifts to the broader economic landscape, highlighting key factors like sustained consumer spending, steady employment, and the resolution of supply chain issues leading to decreasing inflation rates. Other topics discussed include the Federal Reserve’s potential policy shifts and their implications on the market, as well as corporate earnings projections and their impact on stock prices.

Inflation may be on a slow decline, but why did stocks rally so much this past week? Join The Sandman in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing as he discusses the current market performance and why you may want to remain cautious, even as the market seems to be looking good right now.