19th December 2025 – Stocks Higher on bogus inflation data

In this morning's edition of the MPC Markets Morning Call, Mark discusses the current state of the US stock market, inflation data, and the implications for Federal Reserve rate cuts. He highlights the conflicting signals from Japan's monetary policy and provides insights into investment strategies, particularly in commodities and real assets. The conversation wraps up with a look at the enhanced growth strategies being implemented and a positive outlook for the upcoming year.Takeaways• US stocks showed improvement due to weakening inflation.• Caution is advised regarding Federal Reserve rate cut expectations.• Japan's monetary policy is sending mixed signals.• Inflation data may not accurately reflect reality.• Real assets are expected to perform well despite inflation concerns.• Crude oil prices appear undervalued compared to other commodities.• Enhanced growth strategies have yielded significant returns.• The market outlook remains cautiously optimistic for the next year.• Investors should be aware of potential stagflation risks.• The MPC Markets team has a strong track record in market predictions.