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  • Week of July 13, 2026: CI Markets Weekly Outlook

    CI Markets — Weekly Outlook

    Week of July 13, 2026: CI Markets Weekly Outlook

    Complete Intelligence · Published July 13, 2026

    As we navigate the heart of the summer trading session, the Q2 earnings season is fully underway. The broader market continues to recalibrate to resilient economic data and shifting central bank timelines. With technology stocks taking a necessary breather, capital flows are revealing an interesting dynamic between interest rates, domestic housing finance, and traditional safe haven assets. Based on this macro environment, CI Markets is tracking a clear upward push in long term yields, a localized recovery in housing finance, and a muted response from precious metals.

    ▲ Forecast: 10-Year Treasury Yield (^TNX) Trend Up 🔼

    The bond market continues to search for equilibrium. After a brief period of consolidation in early July, investors are once again adjusting to the reality of sticky economic metrics. CI Markets forecasts the 10-year yield to climb steadily this week. The model projects the yield rising from the mid 4.4% range up toward 4.6% by Friday. This upward trend clearly signals that the market is actively pricing in a prolonged period of elevated interest rates as we move deeper into Q3.

    ^TNX Chart

    = Forecast: Fannie Mae (FNMA) Trend Sideways ⏸️

    The mortgage market is highly sensitive to the 10-year yield. As the benchmark yield climbs, mortgage rates are pressured higher, creating immediate headwinds for housing finance. However, CI Markets forecasts Fannie Mae (FNMA) to weather this pressure. The model shows the stock attempting to build a solid floor early in the week before bouncing back by Friday. This suggests that despite the macro pressure of rising yields, specific domestic financial institutions are finding support.

    FNMA Chart

    = Forecast: iShares Silver Trust (SLV) Trend Sideways ⏸️

    Precious metals are a classic barometer for market fear and geopolitical stress. Even with treasury yields rising and equity markets rotating out of tech, the forecast for Silver indicates a sideways to slightly downward drift. CI Markets projects SLV to hover primarily in a range this week. This provides an excellent counterweight to the bond market. It suggests a lack of broad market panic, indicating that investors are actively rotating capital rather than hiding in traditional safe haven assets.

    SLV Chart

    Conclusion

    The signal for the week of July 13 is a measured recalibration. The market is digesting higher long term yields without resorting to panic selling. This environment allows housing finance names like FNMA to build a floor and recover, while safe haven assets like Silver drift sideways.

    The Wildcard: Keep a close watch on upcoming Q2 corporate earnings reports, as forward guidance will heavily influence the durability of this sector rotation.

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    The content presented in this note is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, financial, or trading advice. This analysis is generated from the output of Complete Intelligence’s proprietary artificial intelligence platform and does not constitute a personal recommendation. You should not base any investment decision solely on this material. Please consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Complete Intelligence is not liable for any actions taken based on information provided herein.

  • Week of May 25, 2026 — CI Markets Weekly Outlook

    CI Markets — Weekly Outlook

    Week of May 25, 2026 — CI Markets Weekly Outlook

    Complete Intelligence · Published May 25, 2026

    Markets ended the week higher, but underlying volatility remains a focal point. Major indices touched fresh highs late in the week, driven largely by cautious optimism surrounding US-Iran negotiations. However, the lack of resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear capabilities continues to cast a long shadow over global supply chains. Beneath the surface, a clear bifurcation is emerging: energy and defensive sectors are demonstrating notable resilience, while certain pockets of technology are cooling. Risk appetite appears intact, but institutional capital is actively repositioning around two accelerating themes: persistent geopolitical supply risks and climbing Treasury yields.

    ▲ The Rate Reality Check Forecast: 10-Year Treasury Yield (^TNX)

    The 10-Year Treasury Yield (^TNX) is set to climb further over the coming week. Yields have steadily risen over the past two weeks, and this momentum is expected to persist as inflation expectations firm and traders anticipate less dovish policy signals from the Federal Reserve. While higher yields typically serve as a headwind for growth stocks, they also signal an underlying confidence in economic resilience. For investors, this dynamic favors sectors equipped to absorb a higher cost of capital. CI Markets is projecting continued upward pressure on rates throughout the week.

    CI Markets Alpha Forecast Chart

    ▲ The Supply Risk Premium Forecast: Energy Select Sector (XLE)

    The Energy Select Sector (XLE) is positioned to extend its recent strength. The sector remains heavily supported by persistent supply concerns and the tense geopolitical backdrop involving Iran. Even as diplomatic headlines generate short-term optimism, unresolved risks concerning the Strait of Hormuz keep the geopolitical premium elevated. Furthermore, higher Treasury yields validate broader demand expectations, establishing a solid floor under the sector. XLE’s trajectory suggests continued outperformance relative to the broader market, particularly if Middle Eastern tensions escalate.

    CI Markets Alpha Forecast Chart

    ▲ The Valuation Headwind Forecast: Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK)

    / Sideways The Technology Select Sector (XLK) is forecasting a more challenging environment. While recent market gains have been impressive, surging Treasury yields are acting as a severe headwind for high-growth valuations. The forecast reflects an initial adjustment lower to open the week, followed by a period of choppy, sideways consolidation. Rather than sustaining its previous momentum, the tech sector is expected to struggle as the broader market digests a rising cost of capital. Expect intraday volatility as interest rate pressures and sector rotation vie for dominance. Wildcard Event: Any breakdown in US-Iran talks or physical escalation around the Strait of Hormuz would likely drive energy prices sharply higher and boost defensive sectors, while placing immediate, severe pressure on risk assets.

    CI Markets Alpha Forecast Chart

    Conclusion

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  • Stock take today: Fed signals more cuts amid divisions, yen weakens against SGD

    Stock take today: Fed signals more cuts amid divisions, yen weakens against SGD

    https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/cna938-rewind/stock-take-today-fed-signals-more-cuts-amid-divisions-yen-weakens-against-sgd-5390821

    Hairianto Diman and Syahida Othman speak with Tony Nash, Founder & CEO, Complete Intelligence

  • Two More Fed Rate Cuts Likely in 2025 US Equities

    Two More Fed Rate Cuts Likely in 2025

    https://www.bfm.my/content/podcast/two-more-fed-rate-cuts-likely-in-2025

    Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence, expects the US Feds to implement two more rate cuts before the end of the year. He cautions investors to be prudent when investing in AI technology stocks, noting that intracompany investments among these firms could lead to double-counted revenues.

  • Weekly Outlook: September 29, 2025

    Weekly Outlook: September 29, 2025

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    The key takeaway this week is that the market is once again grappling with the problem of persistent inflation. After a brief rally on hopes of a dovish Fed, last week’s economic data forced a reality check. The resulting price action in crude oil, bonds, and energy stocks suggests investors are now repositioning for an environment where inflation and interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously hoped.

    Crude Oil signals Renewed Inflationary Pressure

    The CI Markets platform forecasts a move higher for crude oil this week. After a period of consolidation, oil appears to be breaking higher, driven by resilient demand data and ongoing geopolitical supply risks. As a primary input cost for the global economy and a key component of inflation, a rally in crude oil is a direct signal that price pressures are building again in the system.

    The Bond Market Prices in a Harsher Reality

    The 10-year Treasury yield is also forecast for a move higher. This is the bond market’s direct reaction to the sticky inflation data from last week, which has dampened expectations for near-term interest rate cuts. A rising yield shows that investors are selling bonds, demanding higher compensation for holding them as they anticipate that the Federal Reserve may need to keep rates higher for longer to combat this persistent inflation.

    Energy Stocks Become the New Market Leaders

    Confirming the signals from both oil and bonds, the CI Markets platform forecasts an upward trend for the energy sector. This shows that equity investors are actively buying into the “higher for longer” inflation theme. The rotation of capital into the one sector that directly benefits from rising energy prices is a clear signal that the market’s leadership is shifting to reflect a new, more inflationary reality.

    Conclusion

    The market’s focus has snapped back to the reality of persistent inflation. The concurrent moves higher in crude oil, bond yields, and energy stocks all point to the same conclusion: investors are no longer pricing in a swift return to a low-inflation environment. Instead, they are actively repositioning their portfolios for a world in which energy prices and interest rates remain elevated, creating a challenging new environment for the broader market.

    The content presented in this note is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, financial, or trading advice. This analysis is generated from the output of Complete Intelligence’s proprietary artificial intelligence platform and does not constitute a personal recommendation. You should not base any investment decision solely on this material. Please consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Complete Intelligence is not liable for any actions taken based on the information provided herein.

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  • US Equity Rally Hinges On Fed Rate Cut

    US Equity Rally Hinges On Fed Rate Cut

    https://www.bfm.my/content/podcast/us-equity-rally-hinges-on-fed-rate-cut

    US equity valuations may appear stretched, but the rally could still have room to run depending on how many times the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence, noted that a 25-basis-point cut in September is widely expected.