With inflation cooling for producers and consumers, will markets continue their rally, or will a softening economic background be the Grinch that looks to steal our joy?
This week, we had a nice rally in the markets with the news of inflation cooling.
In this week's edition, we look at:
The market's strong week, especially the RUT
Year-end reminders
The Consumer Price Index cools
Producer Price Index cools
The consumer story, spending, and habits moving forward dictating profits for equities and inflation.
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Jason Jacobi & Mark Boyer are registered principals with and securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial. A Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC.
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