What to expect when the Fed pauses or cuts rates Market reactions to shifts in monetary policy depend primarily on the reason behind the decision. Capital Market Impact December 6, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket 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
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
Fed still engaged in inflation fight: Weekly Economic Review & Outlook Weekly perspectives on the economy and financial markets and our outlook of the week ahead. Economic Commentary November 14, 2023 consumer spendingeconomic growthemploymentinflation
Podcast: Geopolitical events and the potential economic impact How could recent geopolitical events impact the U.S. economy? Economic Commentary November 10, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Economic outlook still spooky despite recent treats Much stronger-than-expected hiring and retail spending in September complicates policy decisions for the Fed. Economic Commentary November 1, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket 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
Podcast: What is a soft landing and are we heading for one? What is a soft landing, how does it differ from a recession, and how likely could it happen? Economic Commentary October 20, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Rising interest rates dampen the outlook The Fed’s hints at a higher-for-longer interest rate path due to lingering inflation pressures. Economic Commentary October 17, 2023 consumer spendingeconomic growthemploymentinflation
Prepare clients now for an emotional election year As emotions rise around the election season, help clients stay focused on the fundamental drivers of market performance. Capital Market Impact October 13, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market