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U.S. stocks closed mixed as earnings season began. Small-cap and value stocks extended their year-to-date lead, with the Russell 2000 and S&P MidCap 400 hitting record highs. Big bank earnings were mixed, while TSMC’s strong results lifted AI-related sentiment. Political and trade headlines also added volatility.
Inflation data showed easing pressure. Core CPI rose just 0.2% in December and 2.6% year over year, the slowest pace since 2021. Producer prices picked up slightly due to energy costs. Retail sales beat expectations, though growth in GDP-linked control group sales slowed.
Housing data beat forecasts as mortgage rates declined. New and existing home sales both surprised to the upside. Treasury yields were mixed, while municipal and corporate bonds outperformed on strong demand. Credit spreads tightened and high-yield activity remained solid.
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What stands out to me is the potential to establish a Western price structure for minerals. China-driven oversupply previously crushed lithium prices and forced Albemarle to pause U.S. expansion plans in 2024. A government-backed buyer could help stabilize pricing and support long-term investment confidence.
From my perspective, this is not a short-term catalyst but a meaningful long-term positive for ALB. Policy-backed demand and national security alignment strengthen the investment thesis and could gradually shift Albemarle from a price taker to a strategic supplier in the global lithium market.
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等待指数下跌并购买一些好股票。
随着抵押贷款利率下降，住房数据超出预期。新房和现房销售均意外上升。美国国债收益率涨跌互现，而市政债券和公司债券因需求强劲而表现出色。信用利差收紧，高收益活动保持稳健。
Trump will be delivering his speech on Wednesday in Davos that could trigger a market whiplash especially his proposed tariffs on members of EU on Greenland.
The VIX is our anxiety meter. My strategy: Watch the headlines, hedge with $iShares Gold Trust(IAU)$ and maybe grab some popcorn to ease my anxiety.
On Thursday we will get a rare double report on Q3 GDP and more importantly the Fed's North Star: the combined October and November PCE inflation data.
If the core inflation goes above 2.8%, prepare for higher for longer interest rates.
The Hope Factor : If PCE is below 2.7%, a green light for possible rate cuts in 2026. This will send a collective sigh of relief across the markets.
This week is all about being agile. Stay invested for the long run but be ready to go bargain hunting.
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