Unlock the mysteries of market seasonality with Jeffrey Hirsch as he illuminates the patterns of stock performance tied to the calendar. We delve into the Stock Trader's Almanac, with a spotlight on the January effect and the peculiarities of small versus large cap behavior, especially during election cycles. In our conversation, Hirsch dissects the nuances of interest rates, market breadth, and the small cap to large cap ratio, offering a treasure trove of insights for investors keen on decoding current market dynamics and forecasting future trends.Venture beyond the borders of the U.S. financial landscape as we traverse the globe, examining the seasonal strength in ETFs such as XLE and FCG and their implications on the energy sector. From China's economic hurdles to India's bullish surge, we confront the role of geopolitics and currency shifts during the market's 'best six months'. We also scrutinize sector rotation and market sentiment, arming you with knowledge to navigate potential volatility and capitalize on emerging market leaders.Lastly, we scrutinize the overarching influence of the Federal Reserve's policies and dissect the correlation between the 10-year Treasury yield and the S&P 500. Hirsch shares his expertise on the S&P 500's pivotal levels and the Fed's decision-making process, with a keen eye on credit spreads and bond market signals. Whether you're intrigued by Bitcoin's seasonal trades or seeking strategies for commodities like oil and gas, this episode is packed with actionable advice interwoven with the analytical prowess of a market seasonality guru.Nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. The content in this program is for informational purposes only. You should not construe any information or other material as investment, financial, tax, or other advice. The views expressed by the participants are solely their own. A participant may have taken or recommended any investment position discussed, but may close such position or alter its recommendation at any time without notice. Nothing contained in this program constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments in any jurisdiction. Please consult your own investment or financial advisor for advice related to all investment decisions. Sign up to The Lead-Lag Report on Substack and get 30% off the annual subscription today by visiting http://theleadlag.report/leadlaglive. Foodies unite…with HowUdish!It’s social media with a secret sauce: FOOD! The world’s first network for food enthusiasts. HowUdish connects foodies across the world!Share kitchen tips and recipe hacks. Discover hidden gem food joints and street food. Find foodies like you, connect, chat and organize meet-ups!HowUdish makes it simple to connect through food anywhere in the world.So, how do YOU dish? Download HowUdish on the Apple App Store today: Support the show