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Library » August 2020 Perspective
August 03, 2020 | Market Commentary
Back in Black US equities continued rallying in July as investors shrugged off weak economic data, political gridlock, and worsening COVID-19 virus trends. The move higher extends what has already been a historic rebound. As of the end of the month, the S&P 500 is now positive year-to-date and …
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All AudiencesMarkets & Economy » Answering Your Questions for the Rest of 2020
July 16, 2020 | Market Commentary
The first half of 2020 has been a dizzying ride. Investors were faced with both a massive market selloff and an unrelenting market rally in the same six months, all against the most uncertain market backdrop in a century. During last week’s outlook webinar, we attempted to make sense of all …
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All AudiencesLibrary » Webinar: Mid-Year Outlook: Staying on Track in a Runaway Market
July 10, 2020 | Market Commentary
After the sharpest economic slowdown in history, many are wondering how it can be that stocks are almost all the way back to all-time highs. Are you wondering whether you missed the market rally, or how you’re going to retire when interest rates are historically low? In our 20 …
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IndividualsLibrary » Webinar: Mid-Year Outlook: And After All That, What’s an Advisor to Do Now?
July 08, 2020 | Market Commentary
Advisors are facing a difficult task. How do you effectively manage client expectations when the fundamentals say one thing, but the market is doing something else entirely? In our 2020 Mid-Year Outlook webinar, we ask whether the rally is sustainable, explore areas of …
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Financial AdvisorsLibrary » July 2020 Perspective
July 06, 2020 | Market Commentary
A Rally for the Ages The US stock market finished June higher, adding incremental gains on what was already shaping up as a historic quarter. Equities closed the month within striking distance of flat year-to-date, and they have recovered much of their losses from the mid-March low. Our …
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Library » A Closer Look at Inflation, Interest Rates, and Yield Curve Control
June 22, 2020 | Market Commentary
Although equity markets have aggressively bounced from their March lows, bond yields have remained stubbornly low, leaving investors wondering what to make of ultra-low interest rates and recent Fed moves. To build a bond market forecast, it’s important to have some background on what may …
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All AudiencesMarkets & Economy » Telehealth is Finally on the Rise
June 17, 2020 | Market Commentary
Like so many technological advancements of the last few years, telehealth and virtual care have been on the rise. In the past, virtual medical care has struggled to take off. It has mostly been utilized by those unable to leave their homes, individuals in rural areas, or those dealing with …
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All AudiencesLibrary » June 2020 Perspective
June 01, 2020 | Market Commentary
Is Recovery in Sight? The market rally from last month continued as stocks reacted positively to improving predictions for the Coronavirus’ future path. Hopeful news on a vaccine has driven investor sentiment upwards and reopening measures could allow certain areas to see a significant economic …
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All AudiencesMarkets & Economy » How We Think About Gold
May 07, 2020 | Market Commentary
When market volatility strikes and investors look for safety, they often turn to gold, and today is no different. Gold prices are on a run, reaching their highest level in seven years last month. The potential for negative economic growth is the primary driver of the gains, as well as a …
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All AudiencesLibrary » May 2020 Perspective
May 04, 2020 | Market Commentary
Best Month in Decades The US stock market rallied immensely in April as investors became increasingly confident that the most adverse pandemic scenarios were unlikely to play out. The S&P 500 rose 13% during the month, the best monthly gain since 1987. From the stock market peak on February 19 …
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