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US Market Commentary

January Barometer: Wall Street Trends to Watch
Investors reboot when a new year dawns, but 2025 stands out as a new administration takes over. This may affect investor behavior as they adjust for possible policy changes.
December 18, 2024

2025 Market Outlook: U.S. Stocks & Economy & Global Markets
As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from U.S. stocks and the global markets in the new year?
December 13, 2024

Will Policy Disruption Unsettle Markets in 2025?
The new administration promises disruptive policies on immigration, tariffs, taxes, deregulation and more. But how will markets and investors respond to these policy changes?
December 12, 2024

What Year-End Tax Strategies Should You Consider for 2024?
Mark Riepe highlights key updates to tax policy in 2024 and offers helpful year-end tax-planning moves.
December 9, 2024

How Do You Build a Bond Portfolio?
Kathy Jones and Cooper Howard discuss how to build a bond portfolio, which bonds are suitable for retirees, and other aspects of fixed income investing.
December 6, 2024

Trading Near the Bells
What to know about the market's two most volatile trading hours.
November 26, 2024

Choosing Municipal Bonds: GO or Revenue?
You're interested in investing in municipal bonds, but which type—general obligation or revenue—is best for you? We break it down.
November 26, 2024

What's Your Risk Capacity?
It's not how much risk you can stomach that counts—it's how much time you have left to save.
November 25, 2024

Breadth of Life: Post-Election Market Trends
Some post-election stock market excitement has receded, but the story of strong breadth—which predated the election—has not changed and continues to support the market for now.
November 25, 2024

(Bonus) How Can Gratitude Improve Your Life?
Host Mark Riepe, joined by his team and past guests of 2024, explores the impact of gratitude on our long-term perspective through personal stories and academic research.
November 25, 2024

Time Travel: Choosing Stock Chart Time Frames
Long-term investors tend to focus on daily stock charts to help with decisions, while active traders often focus on more detailed charts. Why not try both?
November 25, 2024

Uncertainty Around Future Policy
Uncertainty around future economic policies could translate to wait-and-see mode for many business leaders, the markets, and the Fed.
November 22, 2024

What Happens When Companies Report Earnings
Don't be in the dark during earnings season. Watch this video to understand what an earnings report can tell you about a company's financial condition.
November 21, 2024

TIPS and Inflation: What to Know Now
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can help buffer a portfolio against inflation. However, it's important to understand their unique characteristics and complex nature.
November 21, 2024

Using thinkorswim® to Find Long-Term Holdings
The thinkorswim® platform has plenty of useful features for long-term investors. Here we break down how to use the Stock Hacker to find long-term candidates for your portfolio.
November 15, 2024

Is the Next Temperamental Era Upon Us?
The period from the 1960s to the 1990s defined by record-setting inflation and big swings in GDP bears a striking resemblance to the current environment.
November 15, 2024

Ways to Help Reduce Risk in Your Portfolio
A market downturn can expose risk in your portfolio. Here are some considerations to help manage portfolio risk to stay on track of your financial goals.
November 15, 2024

Why and How to Invest in Dividend-Paying Stocks
Dividend stocks deliver regular payments to investors and can be an essential part of portfolios. Learn how to assess dividend stocks and understand reasons to choose or avoid certain ones.
November 14, 2024

Balancing Campaign Promises With Economic Realities
The reality of the economy, inflation, debt, and global pressures will present challenges as the next administration looks to implement sweeping promises from the campaign trail.
November 14, 2024

A Holistic Approach: Do You Need a Wealth Advisor?
Host Mark Riepe is joined by Senior Wealth Advisor Stephanie Shadel to explain holistic wealth management and the importance of understanding clients' personal histories and preferences.
November 11, 2024
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