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
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
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
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
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
Markets weak as investors are unimpressed by earnings beats S&P 500 seems set for the third straight negative month following five positive months Capital Market Impact October 30, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Help clients plan for health care costs in retirement With all the focus on building wealth and planning income for retirement, health care planning can get lost in the shuffle. Client outcomes October 23, 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