We appear to be nearing economic nirvana.
Ultra-low unemployment rate: 3.5%
Falling wage inflation
Falling broad inflation - CPI has a 3 handle, month over month, and falling fast
Most hate stocks.
Divided government won't surprise wall street anymore
But we're back in political nightmare territory. If I were smart enough to buy a hedge due in the summer that would pay off if there is a government shutdown, I might do that.
Market up a percent in the pre-open.