S&P 500® Index Nears Record High as Inflation Fears Ease and Tech Leads the Way Last week, the S&P 500® Index reached a new high, led by growth, tech, and consumer stocks. Capital Market Impact January 18, 2024 market commentary
Podcast: 2024 Outlook – Could a mild recession take the steam out of inflation? Hear our 2024 outlook for the economy and financial markets. Economic Commentary January 4, 2024 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Dow hits record high amid encouraging inflation data and dovish FOMC shift Equity markets continue to rise, with the Dow hitting a new record high. Investors buoyed by encouraging inflation data and dovish FOMC shift. Capital Market Impact December 18, 2023 equity marketsinvestor sentimentmarket commentary
Help business-owner clients improve employee benefits in an uncertain environment As a financial professional, now is a great time to be talking with business-owner clients about adding policies such as corporate-owned life insurance (COLI) into their financial plans. Business Growth December 5, 2023 business solutionsemployee retention
The benefits of charitable contributions: a guide for financial professionals As we enter the holiday season and days like Giving Tuesday arrive, it's vital to consider the impact of end-of-year tax planning on your clients' philanthropic objectives. Client outcomes November 27, 2023 retirement incomeretirement planning
Shutdown delayed, but investors remain uneasy While legislators deferred the latest shutdown drama for a few months, investors face uncertainty. Capital Market Impact November 21, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Reading financial conditions and what they say about the economy Insights on financial conditions can help investors understand the impact of Fed policy on the economy. Capital Market Impact November 8, 2023 economic growthinterest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Hopeful homebuyers feel the affordability squeeze The housing market adjusts to rising mortgage rates, high prices, and low inventory. Capital Market Impact November 2, 2023 housing marketinflationinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Help clients keep financially focused during an election year Objective guidance and sound financial advice can help clients maintain a big-picture perspective for their financial plan. Client outcomes October 30, 2023 client relationshipsmarket commentaryotherretirement planning
How to help investors when geopolitical risks arise Whenever tension on the global stage rises, so does the potential for stock market volatility. Capital Market Impact October 17, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market