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Politics and Investing
It would be safe to say that this election season intensified emotions and left many investors uncertain of how the results could impact equity markets and their investments. However, savvy investors have learned that equity markets have historically cared more about...
Proactive Year-end Tax Planning for 2024 and Beyond
One of our main goals as holistic financial professionals is to help our clients recognize tax reduction opportunities within their investment portfolios and overall financial planning strategies. Staying current on the ever-changing tax environment is a key component...
Understanding Volatility and the Benefits of a Long-term Investing Strategy
Investors typically include equities in their long-term plans with the expectation of generating a positive return. Historically, over longer periods of time, this strategy has helped many investors achieve their desired goals. While it would be accommodating if...
Quarterly Economic Update Second Quarter 2024
Equity and bond markets began the second quarter of 2024 with a rough start, thanks to the Federal Reserve’s decision not to reduce interest rates due to stubbornly high inflation rates. However, during the quarter, strong performances from companies tied to...
Research
Tariff Turmoil: Where Do We Go From Here? | Weekly Market Commentary | April 7, 2025
Markets got quite a surprise from the Trump administration last week in the form of tariffs above even the most aggressive forecasts, increasing the risks to economic growth and corporate profits.
Tariff Uncertainty Facing Stocks to Start Clearing Soon | Weekly Market Commentary | March 31, 2025
Wednesday is the big day when the Trump administration will provide more clarity on their tariff plans. The latest news has been a mix of encouraging talk about narrow reciprocal tariffs and deep and biting auto (and auto parts) tariffs. It’s tough to lay out a tariff playbook for investors right now, so our advice is to wait and see. Markets and corporate America will need time to digest the information and figure out their next move. As potential dip buyers, we’re not in a big hurry.
Powell Walked a Tightrope | Weekly Market Commentary | March 24, 2025
Trade uncertainty and nagging inflation made Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell walk a tightrope at the latest press conference.
Powell Walked a Tightrope | Weekly Market Commentary | March 24, 2025
Trade uncertainty and nagging inflation made Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell walk a tightrope at the latest press conference.