Redefining market sentiment and strategy amid pivotal indicators and potential disruptions Markets weakened last week following an extended period of calm Capital Market Impact September 25, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
How factor investing can offer insights into market movements A look at macroeconomic and style factors can help investors understand what's driving stock market performance. Capital Market Impact September 21, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentary
The Calm Before the October Storm Equity markets were little changed in a quiet week, continuing the sideways zig-zag pattern in which the S&P 500® Index has been since June Capital Market Impact September 18, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Investors should watch for margin pressures as labor negotiations heat up The unusual period of calm continues for the equity market, with the S&P 500® Index falling for the fourth time in six weeks Capital Market Impact September 11, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Economy Symposium: What happens in Jackson Hole should stay in Jackson Hole The Fed's annual Jackson Hole event drew media attention but shouldn't contribute to investment decisions. Capital Market Impact August 30, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
We see a temporary period of consolidation rather than a prolonged period of pain Equity markets look to extend their bounce, as the S&P 500® Index gained for the first week in four Capital Market Impact August 28, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
How to discuss 5 common myths about annuities with your clients Annuity products are more client-friendly than in the past. In this blog, we’ll dispel some of the most common myths about annuities, and how you can talk to your clients about them. Client outcomes August 28, 2023 client relationshipsretirement incomeretirement planning
Is now a good time to move into money market funds? Higher yields may make money market funds more attractive than stocks right now, but risks must be considered. Capital Market Impact August 16, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Summer slump for stocks may come as no surprise August and September have historically been among the weakest months for stock returns. Capital Market Impact August 9, 2023 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
Markets pause despite increased calls for a soft landing Equity markets look to rebound following the first decline in four weeks and just the third negative week in the previous 12 Capital Market Impact August 8, 2023 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary