Michael A. Gayed

Michael A. Gayed

Michael A. Gayed is the Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report, an award winning market research service that provides risk signals, high yield ideas, macro observations, and more. He is the author of five award-winning research papers on market anomalies and investing. Michael was an active contributor to MarketWatch for a number of years and has been interviewed on CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business, as well as the Wall Street Journal Live for his unique approach to interpreting market movements.

Michael earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree with a double major in Finance & Management at NYU Stern School of Business. Michael became a CFA Charterholder in 2008.

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Recent Articles

Rising Bankruptcies Show Canada Is in Trouble. We Are Too.

By Michael A. Gayed

A spike in bankruptcies and economic deceleration show that Canada is in trouble. Here is why the U.S. could be too.

Are Bitcoin Prices Topping Out? A Buy-the-Dip Opportunity May Be Here for BTC Bulls.

By Michael A. Gayed

The Wyckoff method suggests that Bitcoin may be entering a distribution phase. Here is what that means for BTC maxis.

Get Ready: Small-Cap Stocks Could Be Starting to Rebound

By Michael A. Gayed

Small-cap stocks appear to be rebounding and closing the gap between large-caps. Here's what to watch in the short and long term.

This Hidden Truth About Interest Rates Makes Gold a ‘Sparkly’ Buy Right Now

By Michael A. Gayed

Despite inflation still roaring, there is a hidden truth that will force the Fed to lower interest rates. Here's what you need to know.

Fed Rate Hikes Are Finally Starting to Threaten Stocks. Be Warned.

By Michael A. Gayed

Today's lagging indicators reflect the delayed impact of historic rate hikes that began over two years ago.

The Labor Market Is Starting to Crack. That’s Bad News for Stock Investors.

By Michael A. Gayed

A drop in job openings and continued weakness in small-cap stocks suggest that the labor market is cracking. Watch out.

Gap (GPS) Stock Still Looks Red Hot as CEO Richard Dickson Forges Ahead

By Michael A. Gayed

Q1 earnings from Gap showed that the retailer is thriving under a new CEO. Keep GPS stock closely on your radar for more upside.

Junk Bonds Are Finally Starting to Crack. This Means Investors Are Worried.

By Michael A. Gayed

Recent strength in U.S. Treasurys as junk bonds falter suggests that credit spreads are widening. Why that is bad news for Wall Street.

Start Betting Against Tech Stocks and Betting on a Recovery in Regional Bank Stocks

By Michael A. Gayed

Regional bank stocks have been beaten down bad. Signs are finally pointing to a meaningful recovery.

Brace Yourself: The Bears Are in Charge and Volatility Is Making a Comeback

By Michael A. Gayed

Warning signs in utility stocks, gold, and Treasurys suggest that a ramp up in volatility is just around the corner.

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