The S&P 500 gained 1.7% last week, alternating between up and down days. The index is still a little more than 2% of all-time highs in the spooky month of October (more on that below). We wouldn’t be surprised to see more volatility, but we still think the environment is supportive. Wit …
In the latest episode of Take 5, hosts Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macros Strategist, dive into the latest government shutdown and what it means for the markets and the economy. While shutdowns grab headlines, history shows their long-term impact on …
“By many measures, for example, equity prices are fairly highly valued.” Jerome Powell, Tuesday, September 23, Speech to the Providence Chamber of Commerce.
In the latest Take 5, hosts Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist, tackle the big question making headlines: Is the stock market in a bubble? With comparisons to 1929 floating around, it’s easy to feel uneasy. Ryan and Sonu break down the fact …
In today’s fast-paced world, there can be a significant focus on longevity and financial security. This dual focus often results in conflicting messages: on one hand, we are encouraged to live longer and healthier lives, while on the other, many are told that early retirement is the ultimat …
When saving for retirement, we often dream about all the things we’ll be able to do with that money—traveling, going out to eat, maybe trying new hobbies. But the reality is that there are also everyday household expenses that you should account for in your post-retirement budget. Less fun …
The Federal Reserve (“Fed”) cut interest rates 0.25%-points at their September meeting last week, taking their policy rate to the 4.0–4.25% range. This comes after a long nine-month pause but the move was widely expected, especially given recent data showing a rapidly cooling labor market.
