Understanding the factors that contribute to stock performance While different factors may drive stock returns occasionally, earnings growth is most important over the long term. Capital Market Impact January 18, 2024 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
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
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
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
Podcast: AI’s impact on productivity and the economy How could advancements in AI impact the economy? Economic Commentary November 29, 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
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
Consumer slowdown comes into better focus We expect weaker, albeit positive, growth in the fourth quarter, but the odds of a recession in 2024 remain elevated. Economic Commentary November 14, 2023 consumer spendingeconomic growthemploymentinflation
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