Usa Financial Trending Report

It’s hard to believe that we’re halfway through 2024 already. In this special edition of the Trending Report we’re joined by Kevin Roskam, Senior Advisory Business Consultant at USA Financial, to talk about where we’ve been, where we’re going, and what we should be doing in the second half of the year. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may

In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll talk about how a stock falls out of favor. It’s a lesson in adapting to change from a business, stock market, and economic perspective. We’ll also dive into market data as of June 7, 2024. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock market performance of different size companie

The Federal Reserve is in quite a conundrum - rates are both too high and too low. What people don’t realize is that there is a little-known calculation that actually helps identify this. We’ll reveal this calculation in this episode of the Trending Report, as well as cover market data as of 3/22/2024. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may

As humans, we tend to make very predictable errors. We’ve been on a strong bull run for quite some time now, and we’re seeing investors making the same mistakes they have in the past. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll take a deeper look at these active vs. passive portfolio errors, as well as cover market data ending on 3/8/2024. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic con

The stock market and GDP are up, but consumer sentiment and happiness are down. So, what’s the disconnect? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll talk about what this disconnect means for the stock market looking forward, as well as break down market data as of 2/23/2024. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock

A low birth rate, dire economy, and declining stock market are all contributing factors to China’s shocking decline. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll dive into what this looks like and how it relates to over to the United States, as well as covering market data as of 2/9/24. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on t

Welcome to the first Trending Report for 2024! In this edition, we’re going to take the opportunity to look back on the past year from a historical perspective. We’ll compare how 2023 stacks up in comparison to stock market performance from years past, and what that might mean for the future. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light

What’s going on with mortgages, interest rates, and home prices? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to dive into the cost-crunch taking place in the real estate market for first-time homebuyers and existing homebuyers alike. We’ll also take a look at the stock market using data as of 12/8/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insi

Certain economic professionals are calling for a soft landing, with federal reserve rate reductions taking place just around the corner. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to talk about exactly what that means, how that is impactful, and what is going on in the market using data as of 11/27/23. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insi

Investing in the stock market is a moving target, and we’re seeing that risk like never before. The 60/40 example of a traditional basic portfolio has faltered in ways we haven’t seen since before World War II. We’ll talk about that in this episode of the Trending Report, as well as cover how the market is being impacted using data as of 11/13/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and econ

In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to discuss 12 worrisome recession indicators. We’ll talk about what those indicators are, what they’re telling us, and how the stock market is reacting and illustrating based on all that’s going on using data as of 10/6/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock ma

In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to get into 9 facts that will help you understand U.S. government shutdowns – how they work, how they operate, how they come to be, and what the impact might be moving forward. We’ll also cover market data as of 9/22/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors.   Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock ma

A powerful business phenomenon has been taking place where The Great Resignation has now become what is being labeled as “The Great Gloom”. What does this mean for the stock market and corporate America? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll discuss how this phenomenon may play out in the economy, as well as dissect market data as of 9/8/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and ec

What’s going on in the real estate environment, and how is it impacting the stock market? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to look at eight different charts to decode what is going on and share what you might expect moving forward. We’ll also dive into market data as of 8/25/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may she

As the Federal Reserve tries to get their arms around inflation, they’re learning that overcoming the momentum of strong employment is continually difficult and they’re going to have to manage the interest rate increases very closely. We’re going to talk about what it is that’s going on, how it needs to be overcome, and how that is impacting the markets using data as of 8/11/2023 in this episode of the Trending Report. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, wh

A group of economists have identified ten reasons they feel the U.S. has NOT entered into a recession. Will it hold? Will we be able to fend off interest rate increases from throwing us into a recession? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll be talking about the resilience of the country and what exactly is going on in the economy using market data as of 7/21/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of

We’re at an all-time high on U.S. government debt, we’re at an all-time high on women in employment, and we’re at an all-time high on political polarization. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll break down how these all-time highs are affecting the market using data as of 7/7/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light o

Market index performance can be very confusing and misleading, especially if you do not understand how the weighting system works inside of an index. In this episode of The Trending Report, we’ll explain how this system works, as well as cover market data as of 6/23/23. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock market pe

Right now, we have seven economic indicators that are all flashing red. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll talk about some of the impact that it’s currently having on the markets, and what might be anticipated as we look at all the data collected here as of 6/9/2023. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of current market and economic conditions. In general, these insights may shed light on the stock m

The clock has been ticking and now here we are bumped up against the U.S. government debt ceiling deadline. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll focus on taking the complex and making it simple, discussing what’s going on with the U.S. government debt ceiling and why it is important for you to understand. We’ll also take a deep dive into market data as of 5.19.23. The Trending Report is an ongoing video/podcast series with analysis on the market capitalization and market sectors, exploring a time topical trend taking place within the markets and/or economy. This series is published by the investment professionals at USA Financial. Each episode breaks down current trends taking place in two specific categories: market capitalization and sectors. Market capitalization is the total value of a publicly traded company’s outstanding common shares owned by stockholders. The Trending Report explores the trends developing within the different market cap sizes, which can come in and out of favor as a result of