A Decade of Living Technologically

January 31, 2020 Can you believe that the first iPad was introduced in April of 2010? Yes, it really was only ten years ago! Even as we celebrate the new year and new decade and what’s to come, stopping to think for a moment about what has changed over the last decade can be an … Continued

Is This What “Normal” Feels Like?

When the year began, it seemed like the economic landscape was great and only getting better. Congress had just passed a sweeping tax reform package, leading economic indicators suggested acceleration in economic growth, corporate earnings growth was being revised higher, and even tensions in North Korea appeared to be softening. The stock market reacted favorably … Continued

Mixed Signals

Investors have had a lot to be excited about thus far in 2017.  With stocks reaching new all-time highs and longer-term interest rates trending lower, every asset class, with the exception of commodities, has delivered a positive return.  However, two important markets – the U.S. stock market and the U.S. bond market – have begun … Continued

Quarterly Market Overview: Q2 2016

When the Federal Reserve ended its stimulative bond buying program, commonly known as “Quantitative Easing”, some investors questioned whether the U.S. economy would be able to support itself without additional stimulus. Since that time, the economy has continued to grow, albeit at a slow pace, and global equity markets have slogged through a volatile period … Continued

How to Ensure Your Portfolio is Seaworthy in Stormy Markets

“The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.” – William A. Ward Before setting out on a long journey at sea, you prepare your boat for the severe weather conditions you are likely to encounter.  In the course of planning your trip, you will likely also … Continued