This market briefing delves into a remarkable week of central bank meetings across the globe, featuring key decisions from the Bank of Japan, the Swiss National Bank, and the Bank of England. The Sandman explores the Swiss National Bank’s unexpected rate cut by 0.25%, bringing their rates down to 1.5%, a move indicating their successful battle against inflation. Meanwhile, the Bank of England signals potential rate cuts by summer, stirring positive market reactions. Contrary to these, the Bank of Japan stands out by increasing rates for the first time in 17 years, marking a significant shift in their monetary policy. Additionally, The Sandman examines the surge in housing market activity, with home sales jumping 9.5%, and considers the implications for inflation.

This Protect Your Assets Market Briefing unpacks the outcomes of the March 2024 FOMC meeting and press conference, where the Federal Reserve provided an updated economic projection. The Sandman explores the implications of this shift for the market, which responded positively, breaking through resistance levels. Additionally, he delves into the strategic considerations for those thinking about refinancing loans considering the projected rate decreases and how long-term treasury yields may behave in response. With Chairman Powell’s comments on inflation’s gradual decrease despite potential volatility and the broader market rally encompassing various sectors, this market briefing offers a comprehensive analysis of the Fed’s latest moves and their impact on investors and the economy.

In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander discusses the latest developments from Wall Street, where the Dow stands unchanged, the S&P slightly up, and the Nasdaq faces minor setbacks. Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating oil prices and bond market movements, he reflects on the dramatic shift from last year’s banking crisis, triggered by Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse, to today’s burgeoning bull market. As David dissects recent inflation data and its impact on Federal Reserve rate decisions, he provides insights into the ongoing challenges and opportunities within the financial landscape.

In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander discusses the latest developments from Wall Street, where the Dow stands unchanged, the S&P slightly up, and the Nasdaq faces minor setbacks. Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating oil prices and bond market movements, he reflects on the dramatic shift from last year’s banking crisis, triggered by Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse, to today’s burgeoning bull market. As David dissects recent inflation data and its impact on Federal Reserve rate decisions, he provides insights into the ongoing challenges and opportunities within the financial landscape.

Explore the latest trends in the financial markets in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, focusing on the rise in bond prices as interest rates begin to drop. With the S&P 500 near record highs and a steady labor market, David Hollander discusses why a significant market correction seems unlikely despite potential minor pullbacks. He also covers the optimism in the metals market, highlighted by copper’s rally and gold hitting new highs, suggesting a soft economic landing ahead. Join us for insights into what these developments could mean for your investment strategy.

In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander, aka The Sandman, dives into the recent jobs data that paints a complex picture of the current US labor market. Despite a surprising uptick in February’s employment numbers with 275,000 new jobs, a significant revision to January’s figures and a rising jobless rate highlight a slowing labor market. This slowdown, coupled with a dip in hourly wages, suggests a cooling period for inflation, potentially easing recent concerns. The Sandman also examines the ISM manufacturing and services employment indexes, both of which indicate contraction in their respective sectors for February. These movements signal a shift that could lead the Federal Reserve to adjust interest rates later this year. Join us as we unpack what these labor market trends mean for inflation, the economy, and your financial planning.