An interactive heatmap graphic from the WSJ – it’s getting awfully red out there:
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The global P&C side of the insurance industry has reported a significant boost in premiums, and the growing calls to insure climate-related risk are partly to blame. The resulting jump in insurance costs for policyholders is an issue that lawmakers are taking steps to address
Although the environment for risk assets remains largely attractive, early gains from achieving the soft landing are likely in the rearview mirror for investors. It’s going to get tougher from here. The increasing likelihood of a Fed monetary policy mistake, stubborn inflation, disappointing earnings results, toppling over the US fiscal cliff, rising geopolitical tensions, and contentious elections all pose serious risks to the rally.
Stocks are drifting and supported by a handful of large-caps.