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Wall Street “experts” predict the market’s direction every year – and for the last five years in a row, they’ve been wrong. The chart makes it clear: the only consistent thing about these predictions is how inaccurate they are. Even with endless data and resources, forecasting the market’s future remains unreliable. That’s why at Redwood,

The dramatic surge in the money supply (M1) since 2020 – rising fivefold and peaking in 2022 – has left a lasting impact. M1 represents the most liquid forms of money: cash, checking deposits, and similar funds readily available for spending. Nearly 80% of all dollars in circulation were created in the last five years,

Investor optimism is showing up in big ways: U.S. exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have already taken in over $1 trillion this year, breaking 2021’s record with two weeks left to go. November was especially striking, with daily inflows averaging $7.3 billion, fueled by expectations that the incoming Trump administration’s tax policies could boost growth. Equity ETFs

The growing gap between government spending and tax revenue has created a significant challenge for debt markets. Persistent deficits require increased borrowing, adding to the national debt and driving a flood of new Treasury issuance. This influx of supply pushes yields higher, eroding the value of existing bonds and increasing the cost of debt. The

U.S. stocks have reached a 75-year high compared to global markets, reflecting remarkable growth and the resilience of U.S. companies. However, history reminds us that markets are unpredictable, and no trend lasts forever. Diversifying across regions and sectors helps protect your portfolio from sudden shifts and ensures balanced growth over time. We remain vigilant in