The dominance of the technology sector is old news for the stock market, but it’s no less potent at the start of the fourth quarter.

Auto and truck sales are sending mixed signals: a steep drop in heavy truck purchases suggests recession risk, but strength in car and light-truck orders and manufacturing data point to continued expansion.

Karat has paid quarterly dividends since November 30, 2022. The current forward-looking annual $1.80 dividend yields 7.54% per Monday’s $23.86 share price.