Is now a good time to move into money market funds? Higher yields may make money market funds more attractive than stocks right now, but risks must be considered. Capital Market Impact August 16, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Consumer Tailwinds Could Blow Us Out of the Summer Doldrums The markets have entered a period of consolidation following a strong run for five-straight months Capital Market Impact August 14, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Markets pause despite increased calls for a soft landing Equity markets look to rebound following the first decline in four weeks and just the third negative week in the previous 12 Capital Market Impact August 8, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Markets continue to rally as bear arguments fade Equity markets continued to steadily move higher, with the S&P 500® Index gaining for the third-straight week and the ninth time in the past 11 weeks Capital Market Impact July 31, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Clarity is needed to help clients plan for the benefits of life insurance and long-term care Help clear up client’s confusion and start them on a path toward a plan for long-term care and a more secure financial future. Client outcomes July 28, 2023 health careLong-term care
“Goldilocks” data has given the bulls confidence Equity markets rallied following a brief period of consolidation, with the S&P 500® Index touching the highest level since last April Capital Market Impact July 17, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Mid-year Outlook: Preparing for an Eventual Slowdown Help investors navigate economic uncertainty through the second half of the year. Capital Market Impact June 28, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
When a client has a large expense, consider securities-backed lending When a client faces a large expense — whether a sudden need or a long-planned purchase — there are several funding options that they’re likely to consider. Clients might not be aware, however, of securities-backed lending (SBL). Client outcomes June 27, 2023 consumer spendinghabitsinvesting strategies
Stocks offer another lesson in long-term investing Investors who exited stocks during last year’s bear market may have missed some ongoing rallies. Capital Market Impact June 21, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
Economic uncertainty has those closest to retirement delaying their plans After decades of saving and planning, many pre-retirees (non-retired investors aged 55-65) are reconsidering their retirement plans. Client outcomes June 20, 2023 client relationshipsinflationretirement planning