Cycle Watch | December 2023: The end of rate hikes nears With the economy and job growth continuing to cool, is the Federal Reserve done hiking interest rates? Capital Market Impact December 14, 2023 economic trendsinflationinterest ratesinvesting strategies
S&P 500 extends rally amid mixed markets and data S&P 500 gains amid mixed data, sentiment, and positioning. Capital Market Impact December 12, 2023 equity marketsinvestor sentimentmarket commentary
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
Fed Officials Turn Hawkish as the S&P 500 Reaches New Heights in November The equity markets soared to a year-high as inflation data eased fears of a hard landing, while the Fed remained hawkish despite market expectations of rate cuts. Capital Market Impact December 4, 2023 market commentary
Planning for lifetime income with annuities Depending on personal factors like age and risk tolerance, annuities may be a good solution for clients looking to retire with guaranteed income for the rest of their lives. Client outcomes November 29, 2023 retirement planning
Market Stabilization Through Year’s End: A Goldilocks Approach The S&P 500® Index looks to extend the winning streak to five weeks. Capital Market Impact November 27, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
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
The Market’s Megaphone Message for the Fed Equity markets were mixed this week, with the S&P 500® Index managing a gain for the second week Capital Market Impact November 13, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Markets rebound following a difficult three-month stretch Equity markets staged an impressive rally following a difficult three-month period, with the S&P 500® Index delivering the best week in nearly a year Capital Market Impact November 6, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary