Markets move sideways in search of a catalyst Equity markets were modestly lower in a volatile week, with weakness on macro concerns largely erased by a 2% rally for the S&P 500® Index on Friday Capital Market Impact May 8, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Markets resilient in face of slowing fundamentals Equity markets continue to march slowly higher despite weakening fundamental data, with the S&P 500® Index gaining in five of seven weeks Capital Market Impact May 1, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Staying resilient when a financial crisis strikes Help clients find confidence by looking at stock performance during and after past periods of a financial crisis. Capital Market Impact April 19, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Markets calm heading into critical earnings season The equity market rally remains in effect, with the S&P 500® Index gaining in four of the past five weeks. Capital Market Impact April 17, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Equity markets calm as macro uncertainty climbs Equity markets have entered a period of relative calm, with the S&P 500® Index little changed in the first week of the second quarter Capital Market Impact April 10, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Earnings revised downward as uncertainty lingers Earnings expectations can help investors get a better sense of where stocks may go in the coming months. Capital Market Impact April 5, 2023 economic growthinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Saving for college in a volatile market Saving for college in a volatile market can be concerning for clients, but you can help them navigate the ups and downs of the market with a plan. Client outcomes March 24, 2023 college savingshabitsinvesting strategiestaxes
Rising bond rates blunt stocks’ allure The rise in short-term Treasury rates means there’s now an alternative for income investors seeking yield. Capital Market Impact March 8, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Tips to Help Clients Build Financial Security Financial security can mean different things to different clients, and the current financial climate could be a good opportunity for starting a conversation. Client outcomes March 7, 2023 client relationshipsinvesting strategies
Women investors’ economic concerns: How financial professionals can help Nationwide’s eighth annual Advisor Authority survey, powered by the Nationwide Retirement Institute, provided plenty of insight into the current concerns of women investors. Client outcomes March 6, 2023 client relationshipsretirement planningwomen in retirement