Key Pillars of the Bull and Bear Cases in 2025

Use of the terms “bull” and “bear” in financial markets can be traced back to London’s financial district in the late 19th century, used as an analogy for how each animal attacks; the bull thrusts its horns upwards, and a bear swipes its paws downwards. Others believe the terms started in the 16th century when […]

Weekly Bottom Line

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico have been put on hold for one month, but a 10% tariff was imposed on imports from China. Companies have ramped up inventories ahead of tariffs, leading to a sharp increase in the trade deficit in December. Activity has eased off in the services sector but continued to reaccelerate in […]