Entries by Spencer Li

Weekly Market Wrap: Is this Finally a New Bull Market?

Investors’ views on inflation, recession risk, and monetary policy were fickle throughout much of 2022. Recently, a positive bias has emerged, reflected in the downward shift in interest rate expectations and upward move in securities prices since mid-October. Investors appear to be interpreting economic data as evidence that a dovish pivot (Fed stopping interest rate […]

Weekly Market Wrap: Slowing Growth & Earnings in the US?

US nominal growth is experiencing a significant deceleration, as evidenced by declining services PMI and lower momentum of Non-Farm Payrolls, with a negative rate of change for real growth and moderating wage growth indicating negative inflationary pressures. Inflation in the US is currently affecting services the most, which is where nearly two-thirds of consumer spending […]

What is Epicureanism? (11 Practical Ways to Apply it in Your Life!)

Are you tired of constantly chasing after fleeting pleasures and material possessions, only to find yourself feeling unfulfilled and discontent? Epicureanism, an ancient philosophy founded by the Greek philosopher Epicurus, offers a different approach to finding happiness and fulfillment in life. This philosophy emphasizes the pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain as the ultimate […]

What is Existentialism? (12 Practical Ways to Apply it in Your Life!)

Existentialism is a philosophical movement that has been gaining attention in recent years. It is a school of thought that emphasizes the individual’s freedom and choice in creating their own meaning and purpose in life, as well as the inherent meaninglessness of life. This idea may sound daunting but applying existentialism in one’s life can […]

Weekly Market Wrap: When Will the Fed start Cutting Rates?

Currently, there is a potential clash between investors’ hopes for the Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates and the Fed’s current stance that it is too early to consider such action. This has caused uncertainty in financial markets for 2023. Many investors believe that inflation has peaked and that price pressures will fall quickly, […]