Market Monitor – Third Quarter 2023

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The Federal Reserve paused in September, following a 25 basis points rate hike in July. The major theme coming from the meeting was the potential and willingness of the Fed to remain higher-for-longer in an effort to combat inflation and bring it to its 2% target.

Eight Common Mistakes That Can Jeopardize Your Retirement

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According to Charles Schwab, retirement planning is the number one source of financial stress for the majority of Americans.[1] Given the potential for retirement to span 20 or more years, it is extremely important to avoid costly mistakes today which could have detrimental costs tomorrow. This article outlines eight common mistakes people make which can […]

Market Review – July 2023

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Markets posted favorable returns in July as investors found renewed optimism in economic data being reported, even in the face of year-over-year earnings declines.

Mid-Year Capital Markets Update
Recessionary Resilience – Defying Expectations

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In our 2023 Outlook, Goodbye TINA, we outlined three broad themes that were likely to influence markets in 2023 – continued volatility, moderating inflation and a bear market bottom. The first half of 2023 has largely validated those views and we do not anticipate material changes ahead of year end rebalancing.

Market Review – May 2023

2023 May Market Review

Market volatility persisted in May as investors tried to digest potential Fed policy action in June and the possibility of a U.S. default should a deal not be reached to raise the debt limit.