The economy doesn't need rate cuts now, says DWS' David Bianco

Market Performance & Outlook - S&P and Nasdaq hit fresh record highs [1] - The economy is regaining its strength, potentially influencing the need for rate cuts [1] - Market investors are not overly concerned about high valuations [2] - Equity markets are excited by companies overcoming macro challenges [3] Corporate Earnings & Legislation - Expected earnings are around $65 this quarter, or $260 annually [3] - Tariffs and global challenges have impacted profits [4] - The new legislation includes benefits for companies such as R&D expensing and immediate expensing of CapEx [6] - The corporate tax rate remained at 21% [6] Bond Market & Monetary Policy - The Fed needs to demonstrate its independence [2] - The Fed should communicate its commitment to 2% inflation [7] - There's an upward trend in long-term yields, with the 20-year bond reaching 5% last week [9] - Premature rate cuts by the Fed are not advisable [10]