Earnings Calls Include Fewer ESG Mentions, but Talk of AI Is Rising
While political controversy dogs green initiatives, artificial intelligence replaces them as the new popular topic.
Economy
‘Doctor Copper’ May Be Signaling an Upturn—for the Metal and the Economy
Traders in the beaten-down commodity, an economic bellwether, are taking long positions in its futures.
Pension Funds Appear Unfazed by Potential US Default
They have ample liquid assets—and show little sense of fear.
Puny Q3 GDP Increase? Just a Bump in the Upward-Inclining Road, Says ING
Why the bank thinks 2021’s final period will be much better. Hint: consumers.
As COVID Recedes, Can Gold Maintain Its Lofty Level?
The commodity has been having a good month despite a recent report of low demand.
About Those Fed Rate Hikes: They Might Take Longer Than You Think
The market expects them to start next year. Maybe not, says LPL’s Gillum.
Get Ready for the Year’s Best Period: November Through April
CFRA says it has outshone any other rolling six-month stretch since World War II.
What They Say, What They Do: Maybe US Consumers Aren’t So Dour
While pollsters say their mood is sour, people still are spending more than before, JLL’s Severino says.
Asset Managers Are Feeling Leery, BofA Survey Finds
The bank says its survey is the ‘least bullish’ since October 2020.
Hey, Inflation Might Be Good for Us, Says Paulsen
Price boosts of 3% or so would spur the economy and stocks, the Leuthold strategist argues.
NY Comptroller Urges $15 Minimum Wage for Restaurant Workers
Many tipped employees are suffering financially, Tom DiNapoli says, and need better pay.
Wells Fargo: Ax Natural Gas Too Early and the Green Energy Agenda Suffers
Gas, touted as the bridge between fossil fuels and renewables, is vital to ensure a smooth shift, a report argues.
Corporate Earnings Continue to Dazzle in 2021, But What’s Next?
Estimates for the coming two years pale compared to 2021’s fireworks.
How Badly Do Rising Prices and Slowing Economic Growth Harm Stocks?
It’s not pretty: History shows that this bad combo pares equities’ median returns by 2%, Goldman says.
The Fed Will ‘Wimp Out’ on Tightening, Roubini Predicts
Dr. Doom’s latest call: Forget about rate hikes or tapering, at least anytime soon.