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The Stock Market Isn’t the Economy: Why I Don’t Waste Time on the Fed

Jack Carter | September 20, 2024

Hey traders, Earlier today, I was talking with Rollie about how I took a week off from the market — didn’t read the news, didn’t watch the news. Nothing. And you know what happened when I came back? Not a damn thing. Same old, same old. Mumbo jumbo about the Fed, chatter about the election, […]

About the Fed (Pardon My French)

Jack Carter | September 19, 2024

Hey traders, I get this question all the time: “What’s the Fed gonna do? How will the market react?” I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: It doesn’t matter! Let me explain why. Yesterday, Powell and his crew made their big announcement. But here’s the thing: Whether they raise rates, lower them, or […]

Ignore the Fed and Focus on the Trade

Jack Carter | September 17, 2024

Hey traders, It’s Tuesday, and you know what that means — everyone’s got their eyes glued to the Fed. They’re all wondering: What’s the rate decision going to be? Will it be a big enough rate cut? A quarter point, half point? Well, here’s my take: Who cares?! I’m serious. Don’t waste your time worrying […]

Looking Forward to the Fed

Stephen | June 8, 2023

The markets are up today, but everyone’s real focus is on the Federal Reserve next week. Let’s talk about it: It’s important to keep a calendar of the big economic events that are coming. Things like the Federal Reserve Meeting, CPI, and PPI can all have a big impact. And we’ve got all three next […]

The Calm Before the Storm

Jack Carter | January 27, 2023

Hey folks! The markets are pretty quiet today, but there’s a reason for that. Let’s talk about it… I think we’re in the calm before the storm. And that means that when the Fed meeting hits next week, all hell could break lose. But you have plenty of time to prepare. I’ve got my perfect […]

Preparing for CPI and the Fed This Week

Stephen | December 13, 2022

These next few days are going to be pretty crazy. Let me help you get prepared. Wall Street’s reaction to the CPI number and the rate hike are going to add a lot of volatility to the market. It feels like the market wants to go higher, but it needs a good reason. If these […]

Focused on the Fed on Wednesday

Stephen | December 12, 2022

The market is up a little bit today! Let’s talk about it… This week, we’re going to have another Fed rate hike (on Wednesday). Now, most of Wall Street has moved past the shock of Powell doing his thing. They’re more focused on the recession and how Powell talks about the future after the rate […]

Have We Dropped Enough Yet, Mr. Powell?

Stephen | September 23, 2022

The markets are getting bludgeoned again today, and the only question we have to ask is if they’ve dropped low enough for Chairman Powell’s liking. Let’s talk about it… Powell has another possible rate hike coming on November 2. Between now and then, we’re going to have downward pressure and a TON of volatility. Fortunately, […]

Getting Ready for Fed Week

Stephen | September 19, 2022

The market is down again this morning. The futures were down, the market is down. And all eyes are on the Fed. AutoZone (AZO) is reporting earnings, but nobody is really focused on it. I expect they’ll have good news, but it doesn’t matter. The Fed is at the top of everyone’s focus right now. […]