"It's not strong, but it's broad-based," statedBlackstone Group LP (NYSE: BX ) managing director Joseph Zidle on May 24 on CNBC while discussing growing inflation and its impact on stocks. InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips Those bullish on the markets are starting to question the strength of the earnings cycle we've experienced the last couple of years due to rising inflation that's putting a strain on wages and input costs. Now, you could buy a top-notch bank stock like JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM ), to ride rising interest rates.