Risk assets slid lower last week as major US retailers Target and Walmart both missed earnings estimates.
Weekly Investment Update: May 23, 2022
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What Are My Savings Options for College?
It’s never too early (or too late) to start thinking about college savings for your children. As tuition rates continue to rise and the job market becomes fiercely competitive even for college graduates, planning for this aspect of your child’s future is essential for your overall financial planning strategy.
Weekly Investment Update: May 16, 2022
Despite a big bounce on Friday, risk assets had another difficult week last week. The latest Consumer Price Index year-over-year increase was released on Wednesday.
7 Money Management Tips We Recommend for Every Income Level and Stage of Life
Everyone needs a financial plan unique to their goals and desires, but there are a few “money management truths” that are smart strategies for everyone, regardless of income level or stage of life. Here are the 7 money management tips we recommend for creating a strong financial foundation!
Weekly Investment Update: May 9, 2022
It was another busy, and volatile, week in the markets. The US Federal Reserve (Fed) moved forward with the much anticipated 50-bps interest rate hike on Wednesday and equity markets immediately rallied on the news.
Why You Need a Financial Advisor: Financial Planning Benefits
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Monthly Investment Update: May 2022
April was an abysmal month for most risk assets, with the S&P 500 index (large US companies) declining nearly 9 percent bringing year-to-date losses for the index to almost 13 percent.
How to Maximize Your Business for Kingdom Impact Series: Part 4
Some may say that investing is morally neutral ground – that the actions of businesses we invest in are not directly our responsibility, especially if we are far removed from the decision-making processes at play. However, the Bible teaches us a different lesson that we should pay close attention to if we want to serve the Kingdom of Heaven.
Market Update: Volatility
Equity markets are once again in correction territory (defined a decline of 10% or more) with some parts of the market, such as technology stocks, officially in a bear market (a decline of 20% or more).
Weekly Investment Update: April 25, 2022
Both equity and fixed income markets continued their downward slide last week. The war in Ukraine continues to drag on, Covid-19 lockdowns in China persist, and Federal Reserve President Powell indicated that a 50-bps interest rate increase is “on the table” at the next meeting.
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