15th July – Stocks grind higher as Trump lays ground to TACO on trade deals

In this morning call, the discussion revolves around the recent marketmovements influenced by geopolitical events, sector performances, and upcomingearnings reports. The conversation highlights the impact of Trump's tradenegotiations, the performance of various sectors including commodities andtechnology, and the significance of central bank policies on economicindicators. Insights into cryptocurrency trends and investment strategies arealso shared, emphasizing the importance of diversification in portfolios.TakeawaysTrump's trade negotiations are causing market fluctuations.Earnings season is expected to be solid but unspectacular.Bitcoin has reached a record high of 123,000.Central banks must remain independent from political pressures.Retail sales and industrial production data are crucial for marketsentiment.Wells Fargo is seen as undervalued compared to peers.Crypto inflows are high due to recent market highs.Investors should consider holding at least 1% in crypto.Caution is advised when selecting crypto ETFs.Earnings reports will be a key focus in the coming days.