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Stocks finished higher for the third day in a row, recouping all of the losses the S&P 500 had suffered since mid-July. Most of the move was driven by the mega-cap technology stocks that had declined during that period.

From an economic perspective, the primary issue is what happens in the Strait of Hormuz. But the United States and Iran are currently at an impasse with respect to the conditions each country is willing to accept for the Persian realm.

The implied volatility selling that really started around Thanksgiving and then reemerged during Christmas now appears largely complete. The calendar will no longer be the market’s friend.

An economic downturn is likely due to the difficulty in achieving a soft landing

Every recession is challenging, but every recession is different

Investors polarized between recession fears and bargain hunting

Seven of the top 10 companies increased their total market caps from 2021

Bank earnings are the cocktail hour of earnings season

Sub-4% unemployment rates often indicate an economy that has run too hot

Europe is taking the lead in introducing ESG regulations