The stock market lost some ground this week as there was a sense that the market was due for a period of consolidation on the back of rate-hike and valuation concerns.

While major stock market indices have rallied this year, investors continue to receive mixed signals from the economy.

The week got started on a softer note as investors took some money off the table following a strong showing this month, but ultimately stocks continued rising.

Yes, markets can turn on a dime. What we've experienced thus far in 2023 has been a perfect example of this.

Layoff announcements are ramping up as companies adjust to slowing sales and profitability.

The January rally did not slow down this week as investors digested a slate of market-moving earnings results and data releases.

The bear market in bonds last year was a shock to markets and raised questions around the role of fixed income securities in portfolios.

The 2023 broad market rally hit an air pocket this week, but the Nasdaq still reigns supreme this year as tech names outperform.

I'm pleased to report the stock market has started 2023 on a decidedly strong note. This week looked a lot like last week with the main indices logging decent gains on the basis that the Fed won't have to raise rates as much as feared, and that the U.S. economy may see a "soft landing" after all.