Earnings
  • With a PE of 14 (based on 2011 GAAP earnings of $97), S&P500 is reasonably valued.
  • P/E of 14 represents 7.14% earnings yield.
    • Implied Volatility
    As the market moved higher, options implied volatility has moved to yearly lows.

    Valuations

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    Sentiment

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    Dividends
  • S&P500 has a dividend yield of 2.07% which is not great but not too bad compared to 10 year treasury yield of 2%.
    • Expert Opinions (Contrary Indicators)

    Economic Outlook

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    Coming Fiscal Cliff
  • End of 2012 may lead to fiscal cliff in the US -- sudden reduction in government spending and increases in taxes.
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