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Is the bear market over? As with any market cycle, it takes time for a trend to get established. Stock prices seem to be rebounding, but the 10-year Treasury yield remains below the 2-year, indicating a recession could be on the horizon as noted below. Only time will tell how the markets will resolve conflicting signals.

Q4 GDP is set to be released on January 26th and the outlooks are divided. The Atlanta Fed's GDPNow is projecting a growth of 3.5%, while private economists are estimating 1.75% with the most optimistic projection at 2.8%.

Inflation is trending lower, and all eyes are on the Fed to see what their next move will be. In the table below, a survey of traders have made investments based on what they think the Fed's next move will be. Only time will tell! We'll keep you apprised of what the Fed's next move is.

The SECURE Act 2.0 was signed into law as part of the $1.7 billion spending bill. How will this affect your retirement savings? NPR has the details: #2.0

The federal spending bill will make it easier to save for retirement. Here's how From emergency savings accounts to assistance for student loan borrowers, the new federal spending bill aims to make it easier to save for retirement.