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Markets spent the past week largely treading water. While there were no major surprises, we do think the Federal Reserve's freshest commentary provided three key takeaways that will be important for markets ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Markets over the past week continued to recover from the previous week's sharp pullback.

In our view, the backdrop of softer inflation and cooling but positive economic growth still points to a Fed that will likely begin cutting rates as soon as the September 18 FOMC meeting.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Find out more about my AAMS™️ designation. Accredited Asset Management Specialist™️, AAMS™️ and the AAMS™️ logo are certification marks or registered certification marks of The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. in the United States.

For any investors that were looking the 2024 gift horse in the mouth, last week showed some teeth. We don't think the recent pullback should be patently dismissed, but panic is not the proper reaction either.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

The final week of July was a whirlwind, filled with a flurry of earnings reports, three central bank meetings and key labor market data. We look at five key turning points that may define performance in the months ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

After more than 1 ½ years of large-cap growth sectors and the "Magnificent 7" leading the market, what has caused a somewhat sudden rotation away from the tech darlings? We highlight three key elements.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

As we kicked off 2024, one of our 10 key calls for the year was our view that while equity markets would continue to perform well, the market's underlying leadership would rotate, broadening out beyond 2023's Magnificent Seven concentration.

We take a look at how this recently showed up within three key market matchups, and what it may mean for investors' portfolios.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Check out our midyear review and outlook for the back half of 2024 in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

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Our latest Weekly Market Wrap discusses a potential silver lining to the cooling economy and how inflation may also be resuming a gradual cooling period. Read on for potential effects on the markets, whether or not we see moderating inflation.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

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Hear firsthand from our Managing Partner Penny Pennington about the state of the financial services industry and how critical our relationships with our clients are today.

What Financial Advising Looks Like Now The financial advisory industry has faced many changes as market conditions and new technologies have evolved over the past few years. We discuss the state of the industry, what FA's need to do to adapt to these changes and continue to meet the needs of clients today, and in the future, with Edward....

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With the first half of 2024 now in the books, our latest Weekly Market Wrap takes a look at a few notable winners and losers in the markets. Check out our views on what that performance means for the remainder of the year.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Just a reminder that our office will be closed July 4th & 5th!

In our latest Weekly Market Wrap, we explore the current state of the consumer, the outlook for spending and the implications for both the economy and the markets.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

The June 30 deadline for filing the FAFSA to receive financial aid for the next school year is just around the corner. That yearly deadline can also be a good reminder to consider the different education savings options available to you.

Read about education savings strategies From 529s to bonds, etc.

One of the biggest constants in life is that things always change! Review our current rates for CDs, bonds and other investments and loans. Then call me to discuss how this information can help customize a strategy to work toward your financial goals.

Current rates Our latest rates for certificates of deposit (CDs), bonds and other investments and loans.

The June FOMC meeting and U.S. inflation data were front and center last week, with both offering some positive news for the bulls. Our Weekly Market Wrap highlights potential market opportunities ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

For all the dad jokes, sage advice and strong support over the years, thank you. Happy Father’s Day to fathers and father figures everywhere!

The onset of summer coincided with signs of a cooling economy and mixed signals on the labor market, best described as a gradual normalization rather than a sudden shift.

We highlight four trends to watch in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

We are out here supporting the Salvation Army Kroc Center! Today and tomorrow is your last chance to participate in the Hole In One contest! All proceeds go back to the Kroc Center which in return go back out to our community!!

This year's intense focus on the timing of a potential Fed rate cut, as well as the mania around AI, have been well documented. But there's more to this market than meets the eye.

We share three things that might come as a surprise in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

As some of you may have noticed, our region of advisors and BOA’s were out of the office today! Together we came together to volunteer for the Elkhart County 4-H fair along with being able to support so many more charities! I was blessed to make tie-blankets for the Ronald McDonald House Charity & the St. Joseph Humane Society!