By Jim Dondero | December 12, 2014
- As oil continues its slide, the strength of the dollar did not show a countertrend correlation, falling three percent versus the yen.
- With the exception of China A-shares and India, emerging markets remain an area of concern as lower commodities pricing continues to affirm the downgrade.
- Bonds showed concerning trends as HY continues to decline while US Treasuries remain strong. Bonds remain nervous in the short term and continue to suggest a deflationary environment in the long term.
- Equities will test support with a possible 1%-2% correction. If the markets holds at this level, we expect a Christmas rally.
- Despite a recent rise, American Airlines stock is still 10% to 20% undervalued. Lower fuel costs, affordable airfares and diminished potential for re-regulation should command a $55-$60 price. Our thoughts in more detail here.
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