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Will the Fed’s Bold Moves Keep Yields from Rising?

March 27, 2020

With the major stock market indexes all entering a bear market this month, it’s no surprise that stocks have stolen most of the spotlight. However, actions taken by the Federal Reserve (Fed) to support what may be considered the safest part of the bond market, US Treasuries, may actually have more lasting implications for investors’ portfolios.

Making Sense of Skyrocketing Jobless Claims

March 26, 2020

Weekly new jobless claims were reported this morning, and to no one’s surprise they rose to levels thought unimaginable just a few weeks ago. As shown in the LPL Chart of the Day, 3.3 million people filed new claims for unemployment benefits in the week ending March 21, almost 5 times the previous high of 695,000 set in 1982.

Market Volatility Stresses Liquidity

March 25, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented volatility in recent weeks that has investors and traders scrambling to assess the economic and market impact of the aggressive containment measures.

Time In The Market Versus Timing The Market

March 24, 2020

The incredible volatility continues, with the S&P 500 Index now in one of its worst bear markets ever, along the […]

Fiscal Stimulus Bazooka Is Imminent

March 23, 2020

Policy makers in Washington, DC, worked over the weekend to try to put the finishing touches on a significant stimulus […]

A Clear Vision of Financial Goals

March 19, 2020

Our everyday lives have changed dramatically over the last few weeks as we work together to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. We know these efforts are necessary, but they also have come at a cost.