Cost-cutting firms continue to spend on technology Many firms cut spending across the board last year, but tech expenditures increased. Capital Market Impact June 30, 2021 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Historical losing streak as market nears bear market Equity markets seek to stabilize following a historically painful stretch that has seen the S&P 500® Index in a seven-week losing streak Capital Market Impact May 23, 2022 economic growthinflationmarket commentary
Why investors shouldn’t turn away from international markets With geopolitical risks elevated, many clients may be hesitant about investing outside of the U.S. Mark Hackett, Nationwide’s Chief of Investment Research, discusses why investors should still consider allocating to international markets. Capital Market Impact May 12, 2022 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Has the “Fed put” vanished? Markets turn volatile as the central bank backs away from quantitative easing. Capital Market Impact May 11, 2022 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
Stock leadership shifts as interest rates rise Higher interest rates act as a headwind to growth and tech stocks. Capital Market Impact April 27, 2022 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentarystock market
8 financial spring cleaning tips to help set your clients up for success Help your clients get organized and reevaluate their priorities. Client outcomes April 6, 2022 client relationshipsincome planninginvesting strategiesretirement planning
Markets pause as attention returns to fundamentals Equity markets were little changed in a volatile week, though the S&P 500® Index managed to extend its winning streak to three weeks Capital Market Impact April 4, 2022 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Navigating the post-pandemic U.S. job market Shifts in the post-pandemic U.S. job market will be turning points for the future of work. Economic Commentary March 25, 2022 client relationshipseconomic growthmarket commentary
Rising inflation expectations challenge the Fed Central bankers chart a course for navigating rising prices and geopolitical uncertainty. Capital Market Impact March 17, 2022 consumer spendinginflationmarket commentary
Geopolitics and inflation continue to impact sentiment Uncertainty continues to weigh on equity markets, with the S&P 500® Index now down 11.6% for the year – the fourth weakest start on record. Capital Market Impact March 14, 2022 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary