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☆ The Fed has a very strong case to keep rates higher for longer
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-17 | by ( Phil Rosen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Yet Jerome Powell and his central bank colleagues have rebuffed those forecasts, and markets have pushed their rate cut predictions further into 2024. And the producer price index for January came in at 0.3% on Friday, higher than the expected 0.1% increase. Jimmy Chang, the chief investment officer for Rockefeller Global Family Office, told Business Insider that it would be difficult for the Fed to cut rates in the current landscape. AdvertisementThe Fed's next moveThe case for keeping rates unchanged has gained momentum over recent weeks, but both markets and the Fed ultimately expect easing interest rates in 2024. Bank of America forecasts that the first cut likely won't happen until June, and policymakers could opt to cut rates "later and faster."

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☆ 13F filing insights: Here's what investors should know
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email13F filing insights: Here's what investors should knowJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets chief global strategist, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the key takeaways from the latest 13F filings, latest market trends, and more.

Persons: Jay Woods Organizations: Freedom Capital Markets

☆ Buy the Russell on its weakness, says Freedom Capital's Jay Woods
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-13 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBuy the Russell on its weakness, says Freedom Capital's Jay WoodsJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets chief global strategist, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the technicals for Russell small caps, Coinbase and Intercontinental Exchange.

Persons: Russell, Jay Woods Jay Woods Organizations: Freedom Capital Markets, Intercontinental Exchange

☆ 10 'strong buy' stocks with price upsides from 84% to more than 243%, according to Wall Street's top analysts
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-13 | by ( Laila Maidan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

As of Friday, 67% of the S&P 500 had released results, with three quarters reporting revenue surprises to the upside, according to FactSet. Jay Woods, the chief global strategist of Freedom Capital Markets, referred to the recent price moves as "a ridiculous rally" in a February 12 note. Investors who want to continue riding the momentum upward may need to move to individual stocks. The 10 stocks listed below have "strong buy" ratings with the highest upsides based on top analysts' price targets among mega, large, mid, and small-cap stocks. TipRanks, a market research provider, rates analysts based on the following three main criteria:

Persons: Jay Woods Organizations: Business, Dow, Nasdaq, Freedom Capital, Investors

☆ When watching earnings, you have to respect the trendlines, says Jay Woods
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-30 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWhen watching earnings, you have to respect the trendlines, says Jay WoodsJay Woods, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, discusses tech earnings and the broader markets.

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☆ Tech stocks dominated 2023 investing. Here's where the sector finds growth in 2024
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-31 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +11 min

After 2023's blowout run, it's hard to recall the once gloomy investing setup for technology stocks last December. As the calendar year turns, don't expect technology stocks to match 2023's blowout gains, but the year's performance is no fluke. AI stocks may dominate tech-focused investing, but don't sleep on the other emerging themes. GOOGL YTD mountain Alphabet shares in 2023 Both companies have rolled out new initiatives in the months since. Arm Holdings made headlines this year as one of the first major companies to go public , reviving the IPO market after a roughly two-year drought.

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☆ The Magnificent Seven stocks led 2023's market. Here's what the pros expect for 2024
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-24 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Megacap technology stocks reascended the throne in 2023 after a debilitating 2022 left some investors sour on the outlook for the industry. The stocks are really going to have to show what the next big thing is." Even as it outperformed the market, the e-commerce giant's gains were overshadowed by other large megacaps flaunting their latest AI innovations, with some worrying Amazon may be falling behind on AI technology . Semiconductor companies Intel , Broadcom and Lam Research also look attractive even if Mag 7 stocks maintain their leadership position as AI proliferates, Woods said. "It's a story that is just starting to play out and we're just going to build on it going forward," he said.

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☆ Dow futures rise as benchmark nears new 2023 high: Live updates
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-29 | by ( Lisa Kailai Han | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on November 15, 2023 in New York City. U.S. stock futures opened higher on Wednesday night as all three major stock indexes prepared to wrap a winning November. S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.07% and 0.10%, respectively. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.16% during the day, but is also roughly 0.7% away from its 2023 closing high. The S&P 500 is up 8.5% in November, while the Nasdaq has advanced nearly 11%.

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☆ Disney's stock has more upside, but it won't get there quickly, says Freedom Capital's Jay Woods
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-09 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailDisney's stock has more upside, but it won't get there quickly, says Freedom Capital's Jay WoodsJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets chief global strategist, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss whether there's more upside ahead for Disney's stock, a potential pullback in Microsoft, and more.

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☆ Two market experts on the outlook for stocks amid surging bond yields
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-24 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTwo market experts on the outlook for stocks amid surging bond yieldsJay Woods, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, and Joanna Gallegos, Co-Founder of Bondbloxx, discuss what 5% Treasury yields mean for the broader markets.

Persons: Jay Woods, Joanna Gallegos , Organizations: Chief Global, Freedom Capital Markets, Bondbloxx

☆ Here's where Wall Street strategists see the stock market headed next after a brutal September
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-04 | by ( Phil Rosen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Stocks are coming off a brutal two-month stretch, and Wall Street is divided on what comes next. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAdvertisementThe stock market is coming off back-to-back rocky months, and Wall Street is split on what could be coming next for investors. And Jeff Gundlach, the billionaire founder of DoubleLine Capital, said Tuesday that Treasury yields suggest it's time to start worrying about a severe downturn.

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☆ The market has shaken off government shutdowns in the past. Here's what Wall Street expects
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-29 | by ( Sarah Min | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

A government shutdown looming on the horizon could dampen sentiment to start October even as Wall Street wraps up what's been a challenging month and quarter. Many market participants expect that the financial markets and economy will broadly shake off concerns from a shutdown as they have in the past. "The market's probably going to set it aside until or unless it starts to have a larger impact on behaviors." Economic impact Historically, government shutdowns have been relatively short-lived, though they have been longer and more disruptive recently. Meanwhile, Jay Woods, chief global strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, expects the government shutdown is "all bark and no bite" when it comes to market reaction.

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☆ Two top strategists lay out how the Fed's latest policy decision will likely impact the markets
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-21 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTwo top strategists lay out how the Fed's latest policy decision will likely impact the marketsJay Woods, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, and Janet Mui, Head of Market Analysis at RBC Brewin Dolphin, discuss the latest Fed decision and how to allocate assets into year-end.

Persons: Jay Woods, Janet Mui Organizations: Chief Global, Freedom Capital Markets, RBC

☆ Freedom Capital Markets' Jay Woods breaks down the technicals in the market
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-09 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFreedom Capital Markets' Jay Woods breaks down the technicals in the marketJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets chief global strategist, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the technical support he's seeing in stocks.

Persons: Jay Woods Organizations: Markets, Freedom Capital Markets

☆ The story of the "Magnificent Seven" stocks is changing, says Freedom Capital Markets' Jay Woods
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe story of the "Magnificent Seven" stocks is changing, says Freedom Capital Markets' Jay WoodsJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets chief global strategist, joins "Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, why investors are rotating away from the 'Magnificent Seven" stocks, rest of the year outlook, and more.

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☆ Woods: Dow Theory suggests the bull market can ride even higher
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-19 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWoods: Dow Theory suggests the bull market can ride even higherJay Woods, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, discusses earnings this week, index performance, and where to invest.

Persons: Jay Woods Organizations: Dow Theory, Chief Global, Freedom Capital Markets

☆ 3-Stock Lunch: DKNG, TJX & CSCO
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-12 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email3-Stock Lunch: DKNG, TJX & CSCOJay Woods, Freedom Capital Markets, joins ‘Power Lunch’ to discuss three stocks: DraftKings, TJX Companies and Cisco.

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☆ Woods: Transports and small caps will rotate into market leadership positions
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-16 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWoods: Transports and small caps will rotate into market leadership positionsJay Woods, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets, discusses what's driving the market rally following the recent Fed decision.

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