Matthew Krumholz 
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, October 21st, 2024. Early-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: The NASDAQ edges higher, while the DOW and S&P 500 fall. Ten of eleven sectors decline, with Information Technology leading and Real Estate lagging. Top industry: Personal Care Products. Economics: The US Leading Economic Index fell 0.5% in … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, October 14th, 2024. Early-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all rise. 10 of 11 sectors gain, Information Technology leads, Energy lags. Top industry: Independent Power & Renewable Electricity Producers. Economics: Columbus Day holiday; bond market closed. Thursday features initial jobless claims and … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, October 9th, 2024. Mid-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all rise. 9 of 11 sectors gain, Health Care leads, Utilities lags. Top industry: Industrial Conglomerates. Economics: The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 91.5 in September, remaining below its 50-year average. … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, October 8th, 2024. Q4 and 2025 Forecast for S&P 500 As we enter the final quarter of 2024, historical trends provide insights into potential movements for the S&P 500 index amid this pivotal election year. Q4 2024 Forecast: October: Based on S&P 500 historical data sets, the forecast … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 30th, 2024. Early -Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all rise. 9 of 11 sectors gain,Energy leads, Materials lags. Top industry: Technology Hardware Storage & Peripherals. Economics: The Chicago Business Barometer rose to 46.6 in September, reflecting mixed economic influences. Increases … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 24th, 2024. Early-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all rise. 5 of 11 sectors declined, Materials leads, Utilities lags. Top industry: Metals & Mining. Economics: Home prices in the 20 largest U.S. metro areas rose 5.9% in July year-over-year, falling short … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 23rd, 2024. Investor Guide: Treasury Bond ETFs As investors navigate the complexities of today’s financial landscape, understanding the potential of various asset classes is essential. Based on internal client fund recommendations, we present a comprehensive guide focusing on three prominent Treasury bond ETFs: ZROZ, EDV, and TLT. … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 19th, 2024. ECONOMICS This article provides an in-depth comparison of Jerome Powell’s current monetary easing strategies with Alan Greenspan’s 1990s “soft landing,” focusing on their differing macroeconomic contexts, labor market dynamics, financial market risks, and geopolitical influences. It offers strategic insights tailored for business leaders and economists … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 18th, 2024. Late-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ with late day declines. Energy leads, Utilities lags. Top industry: Technology Hardware Storage & Peripherals. Economics: The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.5%, its first reduction since 2020, lowering the federal funds … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 16th, 2024. Navigating Low Interest Rates: Strategic Investment Moves As interest rates decline, traditional savings options like CDs and high-yield savings accounts yield less. To maximize returns and adapt to the changing economic environment, consider diversifying your investments. Key Takeaways Reevaluate Savings Strategies: With lower interest rates, … Read more