Charts & Chat - September 13, 2026

This week, CEO Eric Boyce, CFA discusses:

1. implications of a growing national debt level and growth of debt relative to the national economy

2. economic variables most impacted by inflation stemming from the Iran war

3. difficult Fed position regarding short term rates - expectations are for higher rates, but bond market is already there with higher yields. Bond sell off continues, driven by increasing fiscal deficits and increased skepticism

4. increased demand for debt - driven by global demand and hyperscalers, comes at a time of decreasing supply of savings, halping to cement rate increases

5. Producer prices higher - labor market appears stable for the time being

6. 3rd quarter economic growth potential tracking higher per Atlanta Fed

7. Stock valuations lower due to higher earnings, overall valuations bring risk of volatility, although current vol is low