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Time to Shop Your Cash plus GDP Surprises

Time to Shop Your Cash plus GDP Surprises

Strong Valley team members Chris and Jason discuss the performance of domestic and international markets, bonds, commodities, and real estate. They highlight the significant influence of big tech stocks and the impact of a few key players on overall market trends. They also explore the unexpected stability in real estate prices despite rising mortgage rates. They conclude with a discussion on the challenges in the commercial real estate sector due to high vacancy rates, largely driven by the enduring work-from-home trend.

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July 31, 2023
Time to Shop Your Cash plus GDP Surprises
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