David Briggs Higher Quotations

Maybe today is a sign that we can gradually move modestly higher without getting crazy.

If the inflation reading comes in high it could really torpedo the markets. The markets were really bracing for that figure today, going a little higher with the idea that they could really fall tomorrow.

Earnings seem to be flat to a penny better, and everyone was prepared for the worst. There don't seem to be a lot of sellers in the market, and it seems like the tide might be starting to turn. The market is fairly valued...it gives the opportunity for the economy and earnings to move higher here.

With higher interest rates, fundamentals are starting to erode. We're looking for margins and earnings to be constrained going forward.

I'm very encouraged. We were supposed to have this lousy week, but instead we are closing near the highs, despite higher oil.

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