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Historic Stock and Bond Streaks

NOV Student of the Market

Is there potentially peak pessimism for bonds? Check out this month's past stats for losing streaks for stocks and bonds, as well as long-term bond returns and starting interest rates. Take a look to see how not all stocks within the S&P500 are the same and find the historic sweet spots for stock and bond returns during a Fed pause.

November 29, 2023
NOV Student of the Market
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