Matthew Krumholz 
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
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 13th, 2024. Late-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ advance. Utilities leads, Health Care lags. Top industry: Independent Power & Renewable Electricity Producers. Economic Reports: Over the past three days, inflation has remained steady, with CPI at 2.5% YoY. Producer prices rose … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 6th, 2024. Late-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ sharp declines. Real Estate leads, Communication Services lags. Top industry: Household Durables. Economic Reports: The unemployment rate dropped to 4.2%, with average weekly hours holding steady, reflecting labor market stability. Manufacturing payrolls remain … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, September 4th, 2024. Mid-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW end with modest gain, S&P 500, and NASDAQ decline. Utilities leads, Energy lags. Top industry: Automobiles. Economic Reports: Economic reports were mixed: JOLTS at 7.7M, below estimates. Factory orders rose 5.0% (transportation +34.7%, ex-transportation +0.4%). The Fed … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Guidance, September 9th, 2024 Key Leaders, Disruptors, and Growth Drivers As we approach 2028, the technology landscape is poised for dramatic shifts driven by rapid innovation and market evolution. Below, we explore the top 10 technology sectors forecasted to achieve the highest Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR), highlighting the key … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Guidance, September 3rd, 2024 Election Years: S&P 500 Declines More Frequently and Sharply in September September has earned a reputation as a challenging month for U.S. stock markets, particularly during election years. Statistically, the S&P 500 has posted average declines of 0.7% in September since 1928. In election years, this … Read more
Stay Informed and Stay Ahead: Market Watch, August 30th, 2024. Late-Week Wall Street Markets Key Takeaways Markets: DOW, S&P 500, and NASDAQ with solid gains. Consumer Discretionary leads, Energy lags. Top industry: Broadline Retail. Economic Reports: Data showed modest growth: personal income rose 0.3%, spending met expectations, and inflation pressures remained stable with slight increases … Read more