What I Told Laura Before the Fed Meeting... | Go For Digital Wallets Instead Of Cash

[] On Wednesday, I joined WealthPress for its monthly roundtable event ahead of the Fed meeting on September 21, 2022. Here’s my feedback. [View in browser]( . On Wednesday, I joined WealthPress for its monthly roundtable event ahead of the Fed meeting on September 21, 2022. Here’s my feedback. [View in browser]( . . [] [Havens Investment Letter] [] [Havens Investment Letter] [] [] [] 70% Success Rate Trading the Crown Jewel of Tech Stocks?! That’s the remarkable track record Micah Lamar boasts with the “Perfect Apple Trade.” And Micah is sharing details on how others can get in on these trades. [Click here to see the broadcast now]( [] --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 70% Success Rate Trading the Crown Jewel of Tech Stocks?! That’s the remarkable track record Micah Lamar boasts with the “Perfect Apple Trade.” And Micah is sharing details on how others can get in on these trades. [Click here to see the broadcast now]( [] --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] What I Told Laura Before the Fed Meeting [Garrett Pic] Momentum is Red. The central bank will raise interest rates by at least 75 basis points during its September meeting. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will speak at 2:30 pm and will discuss the economy’s ongoing challenges. Let me breakdown what I told the WealthPress roundtable event this morning... Dear Investor, This morning, I joined Laura Cadden, host of the WealthPress weekly roundtable. We discussed several topics impacting your money in the coming weeks and months. Let’s recap what I discussed with the team. On the Fed Announcement As I noted, the Fed is moving above the trend line for rate hikes for the first time in 32 years. As the chart below shows, the central bank has slashed interest rates ahead of a major economic downturn or crisis around the globe. This chart alone shows the post-1990s recession, the Dot-com bubble, the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2018 market tantrum. So, what are we focused on here? This is very bearish, as historically, the trend suggests the market will move lower. However, inflation has tied the hands of Jerome Powell and the central bank. I am increasingly concerned about the stability of this market, and I would expect a retest of June lows are in order. The Fed is on pace to raise interest rates to 4.5% in the year ahead. If we hit 3.0% today, we still have at least another 150 basis points in the months ahead. Do you really believe that this market will hold? I do not. As far as trading the Fed, I would wait until Powell speaks to pick a direction for a day trade today. However, I warn that these markets could correct as soon as tomorrow if a squeeze happens at the end of the day. Stocks Down, Now What? Since momentum went negative last week, the S&P 500 has lost nearly 9% aty peak. Laura asked me if there was anything I’d be interested in owning right now. First, I’m interested in Annaly Capital Management (NLY) - a Mortgage REIT that has enough stability right now to warrant the purchase of shares. I don’t believe that the dividend is in danger, and I’m willing to buy shares at $6.00 and another tranche at $5.00 if that pullback happened. Given what I’ve seen from the Fed on its ownership of Mortgage Backed Securities, I do not believe that the central bank will meet its targets on selling. Second, I think it’s time to look into the bond market. There are very good companies with bonds trading at a discount in the 2024 range. I’m talking about Buffett-backed companies like Occidental (OXY) or Ford Motor Company (F). Does anyone think that these companies will go out of business by 2024? Not me. BB+ rated bonds are a sweet spot for businesses that produce things we need… and not things we want. I’m buying these bonds at a discount with both hands. Also - remember that the six-month Treasury bond is paying 3.75%. Despite inflation, that’s a no-brainer buy with some of your short-term cash. Finding a Bottom How will we know when the bottom comes to this market? Simple, I explained. First, the Federal Reserve will make some pivot on its Funds rate. It will likely cut interest rates, and that might not come for months. But we want to see the actual cut transpire. Second, insiders will start buying their stocks hand-over-fist. This is the playbook of every crisis dating back to 2008. The key difference between the “overshort” positions of the previous years is the lack of insider buying to call the bottom. Insiders bought big in 2009 during a Fed pivot, in 2011 when Congress solved its debt ceiling crisis, in 2015 after China slashed the Yuan, in 2018 when the Fed pivoted on its balance sheet, and in 2020 after the COVID crisis. And third, momentum will be green. We will buy into this market after the all-clear signal is here. Those three things will happen at the same time… Enjoy your day, [Garrett signature] Garrett {NAME} Chief Analyst, American Markets [] --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] What I Told Laura Before the Fed Meeting [Garrett Pic] Momentum is Red. The central bank will raise interest rates by at least 75 basis points during its September meeting. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will speak at 2:30 pm and will discuss the economy’s ongoing challenges. Let me breakdown what I told the WealthPress roundtable event this morning... Dear Investor, This morning, I joined Laura Cadden, host of the WealthPress weekly roundtable. We discussed several topics impacting your money in the coming weeks and months. Let’s recap what I discussed with the team. On the Fed Announcement As I noted, the Fed is moving above the trend line for rate hikes for the first time in 32 years. As the chart below shows, the central bank has slashed interest rates ahead of a major economic downturn or crisis around the globe. This chart alone shows the post-1990s recession, the Dot-com bubble, the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2018 market tantrum. So, what are we focused on here? This is very bearish, as historically, the trend suggests the market will move lower. However, inflation has tied the hands of Jerome Powell and the central bank. I am increasingly concerned about the stability of this market, and I would expect a retest of June lows are in order. The Fed is on pace to raise interest rates to 4.5% in the year ahead. If we hit 3.0% today, we still have at least another 150 basis points in the months ahead. Do you really believe that this market will hold? I do not. As far as trading the Fed, I would wait until Powell speaks to pick a direction for a day trade today. However, I warn that these markets could correct as soon as tomorrow if a squeeze happens at the end of the day. Stocks Down, Now What? Since momentum went negative last week, the S&P 500 has lost nearly 9% aty peak. Laura asked me if there was anything I’d be interested in owning right now. First, I’m interested in Annaly Capital Management (NLY) - a Mortgage REIT that has enough stability right now to warrant the purchase of shares. I don’t believe that the dividend is in danger, and I’m willing to buy shares at $6.00 and another tranche at $5.00 if that pullback happened. Given what I’ve seen from the Fed on its ownership of Mortgage Backed Securities, I do not believe that the central bank will meet its targets on selling. Second, I think it’s time to look into the bond market. There are very good companies with bonds trading at a discount in the 2024 range. I’m talking about Buffett-backed companies like Occidental (OXY) or Ford Motor Company (F). Does anyone think that these companies will go out of business by 2024? Not me. BB+ rated bonds are a sweet spot for businesses that produce things we need… and not things we want. I’m buying these bonds at a discount with both hands. Also - remember that the six-month Treasury bond is paying 3.75%. Despite inflation, that’s a no-brainer buy with some of your short-term cash. Finding a Bottom How will we know when the bottom comes to this market? Simple, I explained. First, the Federal Reserve will make some pivot on its Funds rate. It will likely cut interest rates, and that might not come for months. But we want to see the actual cut transpire. Second, insiders will start buying their stocks hand-over-fist. This is the playbook of every crisis dating back to 2008. The key difference between the “overshort” positions of the previous years is the lack of insider buying to call the bottom. Insiders bought big in 2009 during a Fed pivot, in 2011 when Congress solved its debt ceiling crisis, in 2015 after China slashed the Yuan, in 2018 when the Fed pivoted on its balance sheet, and in 2020 after the COVID crisis. And third, momentum will be green. We will buy into this market after the all-clear signal is here. Those three things will happen at the same time… Enjoy your day, [Garrett signature] Garrett {NAME} Chief Analyst, American Markets --------------------------------------------------------------- [] Tech Wiz Mastermind Predicts: “This Will Be the BEST Way to Trade AAPL in 2022” [PAT bullseye]( [Learn all the details in a special workshop]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] Tech Wiz Mastermind Predicts: “This Will Be the BEST Way to Trade AAPL in 2022” [PAT bullseye]( [Learn all the details in a special workshop]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] [] Go For Digital Wallets Instead Of Cash [Bauer Pic] Dear Investor, Do you actually pay at the supermarket checkout, at the gas station or at your local bakery with your smartphone or smartwatch? If not, you will soon be part of a minority. According to the brand-new "Global Payments Report 2022", almost 39% will pay in stores with such a digital wallet as early as 2025. That is more than with any other means of payment, such as credit or debit cards and cash. In online retail, the figure will be as high as 52.5%. This represents a massive increase of around ten percentage points compared with the level in 2021, so the trend is clear. It's not for nothing that the report says, with reference to the use of banknotes and coins. "Cash is not yet dead, but by 2025 its influence worldwide will be microscopic." Although I consider this conclusion an exaggeration, there is no question in my mind about the dynamism of the trend toward digital wallets. A digital wallet is software that allows you to store electronic money, such as the euro, to make online payments. They are also referred to as e-wallets or electronic purses. These wallets work as a substitute for credit and debit cards. In addition, blockchain wallets for cryptocurrencies will also continue to grow in importance. The main growth drivers are the Asia-Pacific region and the USA, where digital wallets already dominate the payment mix. In Europe, digital wallets have also become a leading payment channel for online commerce with a market share of around 25% in this area. Real-Time Payments Are On The Rise Worldwide The days of bank transfers lasting days will soon be a thing of the past across the board. Real-time payment methods (real-time or instant payments) are spreading worldwide at high speed. 60 markets (countries, regions) already have some form of real-time payment system. Behind this are fully electronic payment systems between banks, where funds are irrevocably transferred from one bank account to another. Confirmation of the transaction to the originator and recipient of the payment is available within a minute, usually within seconds. Nearly three-quarters of the world's population (about 72%) have or will very soon have access to such instant payments. The use of blockchain wallets, digital currencies and so-called super apps based on artificial intelligence will play an important role in this context in the future. Bet On The Monetary Systems Of The Future Today Cash is a discontinued model; the future belongs to digital wallets. That is why it is also very important for you as a conservative capital protection investor to deal with this at an early stage and integrate it into your personal monetary system. Best regards, [Bauer signature] Dr. Gregor Bauer Chief Analyst, European Markets [] --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] Go For Digital Wallets Instead Of Cash [Bauer Pic] Dear Investor, Do you actually pay at the supermarket checkout, at the gas station or at your local bakery with your smartphone or smartwatch? If not, you will soon be part of a minority. According to the brand-new "Global Payments Report 2022", almost 39% will pay in stores with such a digital wallet as early as 2025. That is more than with any other means of payment, such as credit or debit cards and cash. In online retail, the figure will be as high as 52.5%. This represents a massive increase of around ten percentage points compared with the level in 2021, so the trend is clear. It's not for nothing that the report says, with reference to the use of banknotes and coins. "Cash is not yet dead, but by 2025 its influence worldwide will be microscopic." Although I consider this conclusion an exaggeration, there is no question in my mind about the dynamism of the trend toward digital wallets. A digital wallet is software that allows you to store electronic money, such as the euro, to make online payments. They are also referred to as e-wallets or electronic purses. These wallets work as a substitute for credit and debit cards. In addition, blockchain wallets for cryptocurrencies will also continue to grow in importance. The main growth drivers are the Asia-Pacific region and the USA, where digital wallets already dominate the payment mix. In Europe, digital wallets have also become a leading payment channel for online commerce with a market share of around 25% in this area. Real-Time Payments Are On The Rise Worldwide The days of bank transfers lasting days will soon be a thing of the past across the board. Real-time payment methods (real-time or instant payments) are spreading worldwide at high speed. 60 markets (countries, regions) already have some form of real-time payment system. Behind this are fully electronic payment systems between banks, where funds are irrevocably transferred from one bank account to another. Confirmation of the transaction to the originator and recipient of the payment is available within a minute, usually within seconds. Nearly three-quarters of the world's population (about 72%) have or will very soon have access to such instant payments. The use of blockchain wallets, digital currencies and so-called super apps based on artificial intelligence will play an important role in this context in the future. Bet On The Monetary Systems Of The Future Today Cash is a discontinued model; the future belongs to digital wallets. That is why it is also very important for you as a conservative capital protection investor to deal with this at an early stage and integrate it into your personal monetary system. Best regards, [Bauer signature] Dr. Gregor Bauer Chief Analyst, European Markets --------------------------------------------------------------- [] [] Now Available: The Brainchild of Wall Street Mavericks — the Perfect Apple Trade If you ever thought that it’s way too late to see significant movement in major stocks like AAPL... 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