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Market Confidence and Capital Activity Boosts: Feb 11th Update Brian Szytel provides a market update on a directionless trading day where the Dow closed up 123 points, S&P remained flat, and Nasdaq fell by a third of a percent. 10-year Treasury yields rose to 454 basis points, and small business confidence remains above historical averages, indicating robust economic health. Discussions covered the increase in capital expenditures, IPO market, and mergers and acquisitions activity. Brian critiques SPACs while noting a positive resurgence in capital market activities. He also comments on Jerome Powell's testimony regarding interest rates and inflation. Financials emerge strong in the market, contrasting with weaker performance in semiconductors. 00:00 Market Overview and Key Indices 00:28 Small Business Confidence and Economic Impact 01:30 Corporate Activity and Capital Markets 02:08 SPACs and Financial Sector Insights 03:38 Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy 04:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com