The Ripple Effect of Interest Rates [VIDEO]
Even small changes in interest rates can have a major impact on the economy and your financial plan.
Economy & Policy
S&P 500 Crosses 4,000 for the First Time in History
4/9/2021
It took the index 23 years to grow from 1,000 to 4,000 – but it may only take a decade to reach 10,000 from here, says Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam.
Markets & Investing
Why Running a Deficit Isn’t a Surefire Recipe for Inflation
3/29/2021
“There’s really no relationship at all between federal budget deficits and inflation,” explains Chief Economist Scott Brown. “The key driver of inflation is inflation expectations.”
Economy & Policy
Does Inflation Threaten This Bull Market? [VIDEO]
3/9/2021
“The short answer is no,” says CIO Larry Adam – as long as the move is gradual. “When core inflation has been between 1% and 4%, the S&P 500 has actually been able to notch above-average performance.”
Markets & Investing
Healthcare Policy Analyst Weighs in on Vaccine Progress
2/10/2021
“By the end of March, we’re likely going to have more than 200 million doses of the vaccines available,” explains Healthcare Policy Analyst Chris Meekins.
Economy & Policy
What Do COVID-19 Variants Mean for Vaccine Efficacy?
2/4/2021
“We know that the vaccines still have some efficacy against the South Africa strain,” says Healthcare Policy Analyst Chris Meekins – but not as much as they do against the U.S. strain.
Lifestyle & Technology
Ready to Make an Impact With Sustainable Investing?
12/28/2020
Today’s investors are crafting portfolios that focus on both ESG criteria and long-term performance.
Markets & Investing
U.S. Economy Improving; Still 10 Million Jobs to Regain
11/12/2020
“We’re a lot more optimistic now about the course of 2021,” says Chief Economist Scott Brown. While coronavirus uncertainty clouds the short-term outlook, “we do expect the economy to improve.”
Economy & Policy
Polls vs. Stocks: Which Is the Stronger Election Predictor?
10/16/2020
“Joe Biden is leading in the polls, but the markets have done well since the beginning of August,” says Washington Policy Analyst Ed Mills. “This sets up an interesting conversation for 2020.”
Economy & Policy
Fed Widens Outlook but Maintains Its Two Key Goals
10/12/2020
“They found that low unemployment really significantly benefits low- and middle-income communities, so that’s one of the new concerns,” says Chief Economist Scott Brown.
Economy & Policy
Rosy Outlook for Some Sectors; Others Continue to Struggle
10/9/2020
“Under the surface, the ‘K’ recovery remains,” says CIO Larry Adam. “Different parts of the economy will recover at a different pace and magnitude.”
Markets & Investing
