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A Blue-Chip Update: Where do Amazon, Nike, and Meta Stand?

Core allocations should be highly correlated to core themes around the globe. Global consumer spending is 60% of the world’s $100 trillion GDP or $60 trillion per year.

A Five-Minute Consumer Focused Update

Core allocations should be highly correlated to core themes around the globe. Global consumer spending is 60% of the world’s $100 trillion GDP or $60 trillion per year.

Options Action: Brian Stutland Featured on CNBC

Brian Stutland of Equity Armor Investments and a portfolio manager for Rational Advisors recently joined CNBC to discuss volatility in the NASDAQ, options trading, and more. 

5 Minutes, 3 Topics, Consumer Focused.

Key Summary: • Chart of the Week: The market is not as expensive as the media describes it. • Brand update #1: Live Nation – robust demand continues & the stock is on sale. • Brand update #2: Uber – strong trends and the shift to profitability continues.

The Ripple Effect: September 10th, 2023

As we navigate the economic landscape, there are clear indications that the market is taking a well-deserved breather, cautiously eyeing potential trouble spots.

The Ripple Effect: September 10th, 2023

As we navigate the economic landscape, there are clear indications that the market is taking a well-deserved breather, cautiously eyeing potential trouble spots.

A Five-Minute Consumer Trends Update

if the S&P 500 Index has generated an annualized return of roughly 8-10% over the long-term, leading companies serving important industries should, in theory, generate 300bps+ more over long periods of time. Understanding this and investing for it offers investors a long-term edge.

The Ripple Effect: Reflecting on August 2023

There’s always something to fret about in the world of finance. Yet, more often than not, the market defies our worries and continues its ascent. We’ll remain vigilant and prepared for the worst while continuing to expect the best.

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