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Download PDF Here The post-Memorial Day holiday trading week was short but potent as stocks delivered more record gains while confidence grew that a peace deal would materialize. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 1.43 percent,...
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Download PDF Here Stocks advanced last week as investors moved past stalled progress in Middle East peace talks and refocused on corporate earnings. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.91 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index...
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Download PDF HereStocks were mixed last week as investors gauged potential outcomes of the Middle East conflict amid an ongoing ceasefire.The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.55 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index advanced 1.50...
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Download PDF HereAnother volatile week unfolded as rapid developments in the Middle East and public comments from leaders on the conflict see-sawed markets, leaving investors struggling to keep up with updates.The Standard & Poor’s 500...
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Download PDF HereStocks logged a third-straight down week as investors digested the latest news out of the Middle East, navigated more volatility, and mulled the latest economic data. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 1.60...
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Download PDF HereStocks fell last week as investors assessed the implications of a fresh Middle East conflict while digesting mixed reports on the jobs market.The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 2.02 percent, while the Nasdaq...
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Download PDF HereStocks fell last week amid concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) and a warmer-than-expected reading of wholesale inflation. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 0.44 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index...
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Download PDF HereStocks ended a choppy four-session run in the green, with tech-led momentum earlier in the week prevailing over news of a slowing economy, sticky inflation, and geopolitical tensions.The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index...
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Download PDF HereMarkets ended a short but eventful week slightly lower amid geopolitical tensions and fresh tariff threats. However, constructive economic news appeared to buoy spirits as the week progressed.The Standard & Poor’s 500...
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Download PDF HereStocks posted solid gains in an action-packed week of market-moving economic data, geopolitical news, and bullish new year sentiment.The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 1.57 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index...
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Download PDF Here Stocks staged a broad-based rally last week on investors’ hopes for a lasting Middle East ceasefire, hitting fresh record highs along the way. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 3.44 percent, while the Nasdaq...
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Stocks edged lower last week despite a powerful end-of-week rally. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index lost 0.48 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index slid 0.51 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.60 percent. The MSCI...
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Download PDF Here There were mixed results for stocks last week as upbeat economic data and a critical Q2 corporate report shaped the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.94 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index...
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Download PDF Here There were mixed results for stocks last week as upbeat economic data and a critical Q2 corporate report shaped the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.94 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index...
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Download PDF Here Stocks notched a solid gain as dovish comments from Federal Reserve officials boosted the market’s recovery from early August lows. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.45 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite added...
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Download PDF Here Stocks posted solid gains last week, buoyed by robust economic data and constructive comments from Fed officials. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 3.93 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 5.29 percent. The...
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Download PDF Here Stocks advanced last week as market leadership shifted amid fresh inflation data and quarterly corporate reports starting to roll in. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 0.87 percent, while the Dow Jones...
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Download PDF Here Stocks steadily advanced over the holiday week thanks to strength in mega-cap tech issues and encouraging jobs data. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.95 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index added 3.50...
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Download PDF Here Stocks edged higher over the four trading days last week, with the three major averages taking turns leading based on various economic and artificial intelligence (AI) news. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.45...
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Download PDF Here Stocks notched a solid gain last week in a mega-cap, tech-led rally bolstered by positive inflation news. Dow 40,000 The week began quietly as market averages traded in a tight range, awaiting fresh inflation news....
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Download PDF Here Stocks staged a choppy comeback last week as investors cheered positive earnings, led by mega-cap tech stocks. The rally came to pass despite fresh data showing a slowing economy and increasing inflationary pressures...
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Download PDF Here Stocks fell for a third straight week, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell's mixed but upbeat message could not offset the anxiety caused by the Middle East conflict. Stocks Retreat Markets began the week rattled by further...
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Download PDF Here Stocks fell last week as investors sorted through conflicting inflation reports and assessed geopolitical tensions. Inflation Spooks Markets On Wednesday, the March Consumer Price Index (CPI) report rattled markets,...
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Download PDF Here Stocks posted their best week of the year, sparked by news that the dovish Fed decided to keep rates steady and signaled three rate cuts were still possible this year. Stocks Bounce Back As widely expected, the Fed...
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Download PDF Here Stocks fell for the second straight week on inflation concerns despite a report on consumer prices that was initially well received by investors. Stocks Slide Tuesday was the only bright spot during the week as stock...
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Download PDF Here Stocks vaulted to new heights last week on the back of an artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor company, marking investors’ belief that AI has the potential to transform the U.S. economy. Stocks Rally to...
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Download PDF Here Stocks vaulted to new heights last week on the back of an artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor company, marking investors’ belief that AI has the potential to transform the U.S. economy. Stocks Rally to...
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Download PDF Here The stock market experienced solid gains last week, concluding the trading week on a positive note, thanks to robust corporate reports and favorable inflation news; this propelled the S&P 500 Index to achieve a new...
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Download PDF Here Falling bond yields–spurred by weak economic data–helped lift stocks to weekly gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.43%, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 gained 2.50%. The Nasdaq...
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Download PDF HereBetter-than-expected updates last week on consumer and wholesale price inflation buoyed investor sentiment, driving stocks higher and lower bond yields. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 2.29%, while...
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Download PDF HereRising concerns about further rate hikes sent stocks lower to kick off the second half of trading.The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1.96%, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 retreated 1.16%. The Nasdaq...
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Download PDF hereStocks posted gains for the week to close out a stellar month, aided by positive economic data and reports that all major banks had passed the Federal Reserve’s annual stress test.The Dow Jones Industrial...
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In this week’s recap: Inflation cools, stocks warm up.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 16, 2023 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks rallied last week thanks to fresh confirmation of...
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In this Q4 recap: Stocks rallied amid better-than-expected corporate earnings, increasing hopes of a slowdown in rate hikes, and indications that inflation may be moderating until retreating on renewed recession worries...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks struggled in December on renewed recession fears.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 2023 U.S. MarketsStocks were under pressure in December on renewed...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks surge higher as Fed Chair Powell confirms the Fed is prepared to ease up on future interest rate hikes.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 2022 U.S....
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In this week’s recap: Erratic holiday trading leaves stocks in doldrums.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 2, 2023 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETIn a holiday-shortened week, erratic trading left...
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In this week’s recap: Recession concerns, Fed talk keep stocks cold.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 19, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETHawkish comments by the Fed and weak economic data...
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In this week’s recap: Recession concerns, Fed talk keep stocks cold.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 19, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETHawkish comments by the Fed and weak economic data...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks slide on recession concerns.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 12, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETRecession fears and concerns that the Fed may consider a longer...
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In this week’s recap: Easing on rate hikes and job numbers cheer markets.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 5, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks ended higher last week as investors navigated...
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In this week’s recap: Fed talks turkey on lower rates, boosting markets.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 28, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETGrowing optimism that the Fed may be ready to ease...
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In this week’s recap: Markets down ahead of Thanksgiving holiday.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 21, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETThe stock market edged lower last week as it digested a...
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In this week’s recap: Cooling inflation brings market gains.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 14, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA cooling inflation number ignited a powerful rally on Thursday,...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks slip after Powell comments.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 7, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETHawkish comments by Fed Chair Jerome Powell, following the...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks dropped as rising bond yields, and recession fears pushed investors to the sidelines.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 2022 U.S. MarketsStocks trended lower in...
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In this week’s recap: Plenty of treats for Wall Street this week.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 31, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks overcame poor earnings results from some of...
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In this week’s recap: Wall Street flips the script, enjoys a rally.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 24, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA positive start to a new earnings season and late-week...
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In this week’s recap: Volatility reigns; inflation remains unchecked.Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 17, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks were mixed last week amid wide intra- and...
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In this week’s recap: Boost early in week keeps markets ahead.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 10, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA powerful two-day stock rebound cemented a...
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In this Q3 recap: Stocks closed lower in the third quarter as an early summer rally ended after the Fed pledged to continue its fight against inflation.Download PDF HereA review of Q3 2022, Presented by Heritage Wealth...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks dropped as rising bond yields, and recession fears pushed investors to the sidelines.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 2022 U.S. MarketsStocks...
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In this week’s recap: U.S. and U.K. see financial turbulence.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 3, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETRising recession fears and uncertainty in the bond...
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In this week’s recap: Fallout from Powell comments continues.Download PDF HerePresented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 26, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETLast week, Fed Chair Powell said the U.S. would not tame...
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In this week’s recap: White hot inflation report alarms investors.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 19, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA hotter-than-expected inflation report sent stocks...
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In this week’s recap: Markets upbeat, despite gloomy inflation talk.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 12, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETIn a holiday-shortened week of trading, stocks...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks dropped on renewed fears of higher rates and economic weakening, coupled with some tough talk by the Fed chair.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 2022 U.S....
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In this week’s recap: Markets sag, job numbers soar.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 5, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETThe overhang of Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech the...
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In this week’s recap: Powell comments spur sell-off on Wall Street.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 29, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA comprehensive sell-off on Friday following comments...
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In this week’s recap: Markets tap brakes, but hold fast against downbeat news.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 22, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks tumbled on Friday, sending stocks to...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks have a warmer week as inflation cools.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 15, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETAn improving inflation outlook buoyed investors’...
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In this week’s recap: Mixed week for markets; jobs on the rise.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 8, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks turned in a mixed performance last week as investors...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks surge on receding inflation and recession worries, and better-than-expected second-quarter earnings.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 2022 U.S. MarketsStocks...
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In this week’s recap: Markets rally; earnings better than expected.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 1, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETUndaunted by another Fed rate hike and news of a...
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In this week’s recap: Markets react to dim forecast, 2Q reports.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 25, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks rallied last week as investor spirits lifted thanks...
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In this week’s recap: Friday rally stems week of losses.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 18, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA record-high inflation report, the prospects of a more aggressive...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks rally despite mixed data.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 11, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETIn a holiday-shortened trading week, stocks rallied despite mixed...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks fell as growing recession talk prompted investors to manage risk in their portfolios.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 2022 U.S. MarketsStock prices were lower...
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In this Q2 recap: Stocks and bonds were rattled by rising interest rates as the Fed took aggressive monetary tightening steps to combat accelerating inflation. Higher rates and continuing supply chain bottlenecks sparked recession...
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In this week’s recap: Pre-holiday markets see no rebound.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 4, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks turned lower as a quiet news week offered investors little...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks rally, despite recession concerns.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 27, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETProspects of cooling inflation powered a rally in stock...
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In this week’s recap: Fed rate hike triggers market dip.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 20, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks moved lower last week as recession fears deepened following...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks dip on inflation report.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 13, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETA higher-than-expected inflation report triggered a sell-off on Friday...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks slip on mixed economic news.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 6, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETIn a holiday-shortened week of volatile trading, stocks surrendered...
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In this week’s recap: Confidence in Fed helps spark market rally.Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management May 30, 2022 THE WEEK ON WALL STREETStocks posted solid gains for the week, buoyed by the...
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In this week’s recap: Fed tightens money policy.
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In this week’s recap: Fed tightens money policy.
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In this week’s recap: Milder Omicron news boosts stocks.
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In this week’s recap: COVID-19 variant clobbers markets. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 29, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET News of a new, highly virulent COVID variant triggered a market...
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In this week’s recap: Markets react to growing COVID-19 infections and potential successor to Powell. Download PDF HERE Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 22, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks were mixed last...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks tap the brakes after signs of higher inflation. Download PDF HERE Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 15, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks posted small declines last week as investors...
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In this week’s recap: Earnings build while GDP slows. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 1, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A fresh wave of positive corporate earnings surprises sent markets to new...
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In this week’s recap: Strong week on Wall Street, despite concerns with inflation, supply chain, and other matters Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 25, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks rallied...
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In this week’s recap: The Fed unveils tapering plans; investor optimism rises. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 18, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A strong opening to the third-quarter earnings...
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In this week’s recap: Debt ceiling raised until December; employment numbers paint confusing picture. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 11, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The overhang of bumping...
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In this Q3 recap: U.S. economic growth slows in the face of Delta variant headwind. Europe’s economic outlook remains positive. Stocks retreat from record highs; confront a bevy of challenges. Download PDF Here A review of Q3...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks hit some turbulence, turning cautious amid slowing economic growth, and policy debate in Washington. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 2021 U.S. Markets The stock...
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In this week’s recap: Stalemate in the Capitol; Powell says inflation may stay longer than expected. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 04, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Higher bond yields and a...
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In this week’s recap: Financial contagion concerns and a positive word from the Fed bookend a wild week. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 27, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks prices were...
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In this week’s recap: Despite signs of a good economy, stocks have a lackluster week. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 20, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks weakened ahead of this...
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In this week’s recap: Delta variant continues to concern the markets; labor market shows positive signs. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 13, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET In a quiet week of...
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In this week’s recap: Federal Reserve says tapering likely in 2021, but no interest rate hikes for now. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 30, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The stock market powered...
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In this week’s recap: A Fed taper may loom; economic data mixed. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 23, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks turned lower last week amid the increasing probability of...
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In this week’s recap: Passage of infrastructure bill in Senate boosts DJIA and S&P; Nasdaq stays flat. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 16, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Looking past inflation...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks notched a solid gain as investors looked past higher inflation and new COVID-19 cases. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 2021 U.S. Markets Last month, the stock market...
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In this week’s recap: Despite Delta variant fears, stocks rise on strong jobs, strong earnings reports. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 9, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Overcoming jitters about...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks open week on big highs, but end with small losses due to Delta concerns and a lower GDP. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, August 2, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The stock...
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In this week’s recap: Markets overcome reaction to latest Delta variant news. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 26, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Overcoming a COVID-related economic growth scare,...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks retreat as inflation advances. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 19, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Despite a good start to earnings season and some solid economic data,...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks edge higher in short week. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 12, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks managed small gains as investors wrestled with concerns over economic...
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In this Q2 recap: U.S. economic growth strong as reopening widens. Europe’s recovery picks up steam; Stocks reach new record highs, face new interest rate and inflation landscape. Download PDF Here A review of Q2 2021, Presented...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks moved higher as investors looked past accelerating inflation and the Fed’s pivot on monetary policy. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 2021 U.S. Markets Stocks...
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In this week’s recap: Employment reports and consumer confidence are up; stock market replies favorably. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, July 5, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Strong employment reports...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks reach all-time highs and the housing market showed significant improvement. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 28, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks reached new all-time...
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In this week’s recap: The Fed signals interest rate hikes. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 21, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET New messaging from the Federal Reserve on interest rates and inflation...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks kept cool, even as inflation came in hot. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 14, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks ended the week mixed as investors appeared to shrug...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks traded in a narrow range as technology and other high-valuation companies were under selling pressure. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 2021 U.S. Markets Stocks traded...
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In this week’s recap: Positive labor numbers lead stocks to a modest gain. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, June 7, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A strong, but not too strong, employment report sparked a...
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In this week’s recap: Upbeat feelings boost the stock market, with America reopening ahead of Memorial Day. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 31, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Optimism over the...
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In this weeks recap: Inflation concerns continue as the Fed weighs scaling back of bond purchases. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 24, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices fluctuated amid inflation...
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In this weeks recap: As consumer prices take a big step up, stocks take a step in the other direction. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 17, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A surge in consumer inflation...
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In this week’s recap: Mixed market results as labor numbers cope with uncertainty. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 10, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks closed mixed last week as signs of...
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In this months recap: Stocks notched a solid gain, fueled by a succession of positive economic reports and a strong start to the first-quarter earnings season. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 2021 U.S....
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In this weeks recap: Stocks struggle to find their way amid several noteworthy earnings reports from corporations. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, May 3, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks meandered around a...
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In this week’ recap: Mixed signals lead to a choppy week. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, April 26. 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The crosscurrents of strong corporate earnings, rising global cases of...
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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Retirement takes years of planning and saving. You have been spending plenty of time of thinking of how you will spend your retirement years. Even though you have spent all this time planning, there are still a few critical things you...
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In this weeks recap: Good indicators for earnings season and other economic data lead to record highs for stocks. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, April 19, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks reached record...
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In this Q1 recap: U.S. economic growth gains traction as vaccination rollout picks up speed; Stocks higher, but questions about where they go from here linger. Download PDF Here A review of Q1 2021, Presented by Heritage Wealth...
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In this months recap: Stocks posted solid gains due to improving economic conditions and widening vaccination programs. However, tech and high-growth stocks played a limited role in the rally. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage...
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In this weeks recap: Tech stocks and strong indicators lead a week of economic advancement. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, April 12, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Strong economic data and a resurgent...
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In this weeks recap: Markets react positively to infrastructure proposals; S&P 500 rises above 4,000 for the first time. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, April 5, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Overcoming a...
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In this weeks recap: Weakness in tech and high-growth stocks leads to a rocky week; Yellen and Powell signal optimism. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 29, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A rocky week with...
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In this months recap: The burgeoning economic recovery and decreasing number of COVID-19 infections lifted stocks. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 2021 U.S. Markets Stocks notched a solid gain in...
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In this weeks recap: A week of ups and downs leaves modest losses at weeks end. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 22, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Rising bond yields and improving economic conditions led...
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In this weeks recap: The White House signs COVID-19 fiscal relief bill into law; the economy reacted positively. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 15, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks touched new...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks have a mixed reaction to rising bond yields and increasing inflation. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 8, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks were mixed last week as rising...
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In this weeks recap: Rising bond yields deliver a blow to stocks; Fed Chair affirms commitment to current money policy. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, March 1, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks dropped...
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In this week’s recap: Accommodative Fed policies lead to inflation concerns. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, February 22, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Rising bond yields dampened investor enthusiasm for...
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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
With April 15th quickly approaching, everyone is trying to get everything together they need to file their taxes. This tax filing season is like no other; 2020 had so many effects and changes that impact tax returns. Whether you had...
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In this week’s recap: Vaccinations and declining case numbers result in economic optimism; Fed Chair says no change for now. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, February 15, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this weeks recap: The markets went back to basics this week, showing optimism for positive COVID-19 news. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, February 8, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks notched strong...
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Friday, February 5, 2021
We saw how 2020 affected businesses. All over the country, we saw businesses struggle, and some businesses even thrived. Some employees were laid off, and some employees were promoted. Now, let's make sure our businesses are set up for...
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In this months recap: As the month came to a close, stocks were mixed as attention shifted to unprecedented activity around a handful of companies with short-interest positions. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management...
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In this week’s recap: After setting new highs, market rattled by unexpected trading phenomenon. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, February 1, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Despite strong corporate earnings...
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In this weeks recap: A streak of optimism on fiscal stimulus and vaccines boosts the markets; Yellen tells Congress to “act big.” Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 25, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this months recap: Stocks closed the year with a solid rally, fueled by the rollout of multiple COVID-19 vaccines and the signing of a new fiscal relief bill. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 2021 U...
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In this weeks recap: Mixed news elicits a mixed reaction from the markets; incoming Biden Administration outlines stimulus plan. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 18, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this weeks recap: Despite continued COVID-19 woes and unrest in Washington D.C., the stock market starts 2021 on a high. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 11, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Shrugging...
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In this Q4 recap: the appearance of two COVID-19 vaccines gives businesses and consumers hope and lifts stocks; U.S. lawmakers approve a second financial stimulus; European negotiators sign off on a post-Brexit trade deal. Download PDF...
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In this weeks recap: Happy New Year! Stocks hit record highs and have varied reactions on stimulus checks and another potential vaccine. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, January 4, 2021 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this months recap: Stock prices powered higher and energized investors thanks to a month-long succession of positive news events. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 2020 U.S. Markets Stock prices...
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In this week’s recap: A rollout for a COVID-19 vaccine led to a positive reaction from the markets; stimulus talks continue. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, December 21, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this weeks recap: Rising number of COVID-19 cases and no progress on a stimulus bill lead to a bumpy week on Wall Street; U.K. anticipates “No-Deal” for Brexit. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management,...
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Friday, December 11, 2020
Last year, Congress passed the SECURE Act, which was put in place to better ease those who are looking to retire and make the process more accessible for those that need it. However, the SECURE Act (Setting Every Community Up for...
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In this weeks recap: Promising signs of a fiscal stimulus package inspire an upward week for stocks; retailers extended “Black Friday” sales produce mixed results. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management,...
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Monday, November 30, 2020
Can you believe the end of the year is already right around the corner? This year has definitely flown by. With that being said, your finances may be on the backburner. However, you need to make sure you are on track with your taxes...
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In this week’s recap: Dow Jones Industrial Average hits 30,000 milestone in response to promising vaccine news and lessening political uncertainty; former Fed chair Janet Yellen nominated as Secretary of the Treasury. Download...
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In this weeks recap: New COVID-19 infections drive market anxieties, despite anticipated vaccines; Fed Chair Powell warns that continued infections may limit economic activity for months. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth...
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In this week’s recap: A COVID-19 vaccine spurs a stock market rally, even as more cases are reported and some areas renew lockdowns. Download PDF here Presented by Heritage wealth Management, November 16, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this week’s recap: Markets react positively to the election, seeing promise in a divided government; unemployment rate falls. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 9, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this months recap: Inaction on a second American fiscal stimulus bill and a rise in global COVID-19 cases put pressure on stock prices in October. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 2020 U.S. Markets...
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In this week’s recap: With no fiscal stimulus anticipated and election around the corner, stocks slumped through a difficult week. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, November 2, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks lagged after another week with no fiscal stimulus; the labor market seemed to improve despite a rise in COVID-19 cases. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 26, 2020 THE...
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In this weeks recap: A difficult week for stocks, reacting to delayed stimulus, little good news on COVID-19 treatment, and jobless claims. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 19, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks soar, despite mixed messages on fiscal stimulus. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 12, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks staged a powerful rally last week, riding a wave of...
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Friday, October 9, 2020
2020 has proven to be a tough year for the economy, as the markets have fluctuated greatly over the last seven months. We have seen many instances of large and small companies having to lay off and furlough their employees. Even as we...
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In this Q3 recap: stocks post further 2020 gains as the economy bounces back and the Federal Reserve announces a shift in its approach to inflation. Download PDF Here A review of Q3 2020, Presented by Heritage Wealth Management THE...
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In this months recap: Stocks dropped during the month as investors worried about stalled fiscal stimulus talks in Washington, the upcoming election, and new coronavirus cases in Europe. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks advance with hopes of a new stimulus, end the week up, despite no new deal and President Trump’s illness. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, October 5, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks have a mixed reaction to ongoing uncertainty; additional fiscal stimulus on hold. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 28, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks were...
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In this weeks recap: The tech sector slip continues for stocks; the Federal Reserve signals that interest rates will not be increased for some time. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 21, 2020 THE WEEK...
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Friday, September 18, 2020
When it comes down to Social Security, many Americans are in a state of panic as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. As the unemployment rate in the United States has fluctuated a lot this year since the start of the pandemic in...
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A Recession and a Rally Like No Others Download PDF Here Imagine yourself at the beginning of the year. You have knowledge that within weeks a novel virus will emerge that will shut down much of the global economy. Businesses will...
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In this week’s recap: Stocks continued a downward slide in response to continued uncertainty; fiscal stimulus still delayed. Download PDF Here Presented by Heritage Wealth Management, September 14, 2020 THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks stall late in the week, thanks to tech markets slide. The jobs recovery makes continued progress. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A late week sell-off sent stocks broadly lower as investors took...
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In this months recap: Stocks prices surged in August as investors cheered positive news of a potential COVID-19 treatment and welcomed a month-long succession of upbeat economic data. Download PDF Here U.S. Markets Stock prices surged...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks power higher, while the Dow makes a few changes. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks advanced relentlessly last week on positive COVID-19 developments, encouraging economic data, and a...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks reached new highs, erasing steep losses from February and March. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks powered to another week of gains as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite set multiple new record...
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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Nowadays, many of us are questioning when exactly is the right time to retire? For those that have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, is now the best time? We cannot deny that what is still going on in the world has most...
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In this weeks recap: stocks rise, and consumer prices jump; COVID-19 cases slow; Congressional talks stall. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices drifted higher in an otherwise quiet news week, as a slowdown in new...
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Wading Through Murky Economic Waters Download PDF Here When we take a step back from what is happening in the economy and look at the major U.S. market averages, we see an incredible disconnect. And we're not alone. U.S. Gross...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks rise as earnings season winds to an end; no results in fiscal stimulus talks. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Overlooking stalled efforts by Congress to pass a new fiscal stimulus bill, stocks...
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In this months recap: stocks rose as better-than-expected corporate earnings and progress on a COVID-19 vaccine encouraged investors. Download PDF Here U.S. Markets Stock prices rallied in July as further development of a COVID-19...
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In this weeks recap: stocks have a mixed reaction to earnings, economic data, and a potential stimulus. Download PDF here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks were mixed last week amid a busy week of earnings, some troubling economic data,...
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In this weeks recap: stocks slip after heavier jobless claims and U.S.-China strife. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks slipped in the final days of trading last week on higher jobless claims and rising tensions in the U...
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In this weeks recap: stocks see a mixed week, as COVID-19 cases rise, and news of vaccine emerges. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks were mixed last week as investors reacted to positive economic data, progress on a...
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In this week’s recap: stocks gain after volatile week, despite COVID-19 acceleration. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices notched solid gains last week, looking past an increase in COVID-19 cases and any...
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Monday, July 13, 2020
Right now, the uncertainty of our nation is alarming. We are experiencing huge numbers of unemployment, leaving Americans feeling worrisome and panicking over what is next for the futures of their families. In this article, we are...
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In this Q2 recap: the economy measures the impact of the coronavirus threat; the stock market rises with help from a dovish Federal Reserve and a rebound in some economic indicators; oil prices and mortgage rates touch historic lows....
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In this months recap: stocks notched a solid gain, overcoming the rise of reported COVID-19 cases and plans of a slowdown in economic re-openings. Download PDF Here U.S. Markets Stock prices climbed higher in June, as investors looked...
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In this weeks recap: despite continued COVID-19 concerns, markets react positively to upbeat economic data. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET In a holiday-shortened week, stock prices turned higher as encouraging economic data...
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In this weeks recap: a rise in COVID-19 cases inspires turbulence in markets, tapping the brakes on economic recovery. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A jump in COVID-19 cases dampened investor enthusiasm last week, sending...
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In this weeks recap: as fears of economic shutdown diminish, the U.S. economy gains momentum. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks moved higher last week on news of more Federal Reserve market support and diminished...
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In this weeks recap: increase in COVID-19 cases, matched with downbeat Federal Reserve forecast, weighed on markets. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Investor sentiment turned negative last week, amid an increasing number of...
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Over the last few months, the markets have been thrown for a loop. With the coronavirus pandemic, several large corporations and other businesses have had to lay off or furlough their employees. In this article, we are going to go over...
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In this week’ recap: U.S. jobs report and a surging market build optimism for global economic recovery. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET A positive jobs report sent stocks soaring last Friday, capping a solid week as...
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In this months recap: stocks rallied in May, sparked by a supportive Federal Reserve, stories of states re-opening, and reported progress on a COVID-19 vaccine. Download PDF Here U.S. Markets Stocks rallied in May, sparked by a...
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The Approaching Light Before the Dawn Download PDF Here We cannot remember a time when we’ve seen such a widespread disparity between what is happening in the economy and what is happening in the stock market. Let’s take a...
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In this week’s recap: solid gains following a short trading week; economic reopening inspires optimism. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The shortened week, which began with a powerful two-day rally of trading, was...
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In this weeks recap: Markets rally in reply to positive comments from Fed Chair Powell and further optimism for economic recovery. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Upbeat comments by the Federal Reserve Chairman and more signs...
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In this week’s recap: Powell paints a somber picture for recovery, and the markets slip in reaction. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks drifted lower last week, weighed down by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome...
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In this week’s recap: Unemployment reaches an historic low, while stocks climbed in response to economic re-openings. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Despite an historic downturn in employment, stocks managed to climb...
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In this month’s recap: Stocks rebounded sharply, fueled by a flattening of the COVID-19 curve and positive results from clinical trial investigating a treatment for the virus. Download PDF Here U.S. Markets Stocks rebounded...
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Worst-Ever Economy Yet Stocks Show Best Monthly Gain Since ’87- Explain - April 2020 Newsletter Download PDF Here Whatever it takes Within our mandate, the Fed is ready to do whatever it takes to support the economy. Believe me,...
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In this weeks recap: Promising drug trials and plans to ease public lockdowns turn thoughts to economic normalization. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices ended the week slightly lower, despite news of positive...
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In this weeks recap: Markets react to the plunging oil prices, corporate earnings, and the first attempts to restart the U.S. economy. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices bounced around last week as investors...
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In this weeks recap: The White House makes plans to reopen the economy, as analysts examine the first-hard economic data reckoning the U.S. reaction to COVID-19. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices pushed higher last...
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Looking Beyond the Abyss - April 2020 Newsletter Download PDF Here We vividly recall the financial crisis of 2008. The economy was quickly contracting, several financial institutions required bailouts, layoffs abounded, and the stock...
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April 2020 Newsletter - Volatility and the New Reality It has been a difficult month for investors. Since the February 19th peak, the S&P 500 Index has shed 34% to its most recent low (St. Louis Federal Reserve). That’s roughly...
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In this week’ recap: A broad stock market rally, promising signs with COVID-19, and another Federal Reserve program ahead. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The stock market staged a broad rally this week, buoyed by the...
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Monday, April 13, 2020
May 15th is quickly approaching so it is time to file your 2020 tax return! The Coronavirus pandemic and legislature has caused many changes to happen to the tax code. It is extremely important to start your filing process early so you...
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In this Q1 recap: COVID-19 hits the United States, followed by heavy economic volatility, government stimulus, and an as-yet untold human cost. Download PDF Here THE QUARTER IN BRIEF The spread of COVID-19 sent stocks tumbling in the...
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In this weeks recap: Continued COVID-19-related volatility in the markets as oil and energy prices sink in reaction. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Modest declines in stock prices this week masked the volatile inter- and...
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In this months recap: The CARES Act moves to assist Americans quarantined by COVID-19, providing relief with a $2T stimulus package; markets worldwide react to coronavirus-related volatility. Download PDF Here THE MONTH IN BRIEF The...
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In this weeks recap: Markets swing upward as the Federal Reserve and Congress move stimulus forward. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET An open-ended commitment by the Federal Reserve to support American businesses and capital...
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In this weeks recap: Coronavirus continues to drive the markets, even as bankers and health professionals take decisive steps to stem the tide. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The stock market suffered through another...
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In this weeks recap: Continuing concerns over COVID-19, aided by cuts in oil production overseas, contributed to continued market volatility. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Markets remained exceptionally volatile, buffeted...
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In this months recap: The coronavirus becomes the leading news story in the financial markets, sending stock indices and Treasury yields lower; oil futures slide; consumer confidence, hiring, and manufacturing data offer bright spots....
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In this week’s recap: U.S. stocks finish higher after a wild trading week; the Federal Reserve cuts short-term interest rates; Treasury yields decline; the latest jobs report out of Washington shows no falloff for hiring....
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In this weeks recap: Major equity indices correct as Wall Street reacts to coronavirus updates, consumer confidence indices are at high levels, and the pace of new home sales increases. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks...
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In this weeks recap: Wall Street grapples with coronavirus unknowns; new Federal Reserve meeting minutes appear; existing home sales retreat; the price of gold climbs. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Traders paid close...
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In this weeks recap: stock indexes rise, Jerome Powell reports on monetary policy to Congress, inflation hits a 15-month peak, and new data on retail sales and consumer sentiment appears. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET...
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In this weeks recap: stocks rally, China schedules tariff cuts, January hiring tops expectations, and a key gauge of manufacturing activity improves. Download PDF here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stocks advanced four days out of five...
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In this weeks recap: coronavirus concerns ripple through global stock markets; the Fed makes a slight monetary policy adjustment; consumer confidence rises; the government makes its first estimate of fourth-quarter growth. Download...
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We are sharing with you, a very handy reference card to help with your finances for the rest of the year. It’s called the 2020 Key Financial Data reference card, which offers fingertip access to all of the new numbers affecting...
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In this weeks recap: stock and commodity traders turn cautious as the coronavirus reaches America; home sales increase even with the current housing market’s slim inventory. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices...
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In this week’ recap: U.S. equity benchmarks hit fresh record highs; one trade deal is signed, and Congress approves another; builders break ground on more residential projects. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Traders...
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In this weeks recap: Stocks end up higher and oil ends up lower after an up-and-down week, as traders react to events in the Middle East and the data in the December unemployment report. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The...
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In this Q4 recap: Equities maintain their momentum to close out a strong year on Wall Street, helped by a slight thaw in the U.S.-China trade dispute and some better-than-expected domestic economic data. Download PDF Here THE QUARTER...
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In this weeks recap: Oil prices spike after a U.S. airstrike in Iran raises supply disruption concerns; a manufacturing activity index disappoints; stocks are little changed following an abbreviated trading week. Download PDF Here THE...
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In this monthly recap: As 2019 ends, the U.S. and China agree to a phase-one trade deal, and stocks, gold, and oil all advance. Download PDF Here THE MONTH IN BRIEF Stocks rallied in December, closing out a decidedly positive year on...
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In this year end recap: A look back at the ascent stocks made during 2019 and some of the key economic developments of the year. Download PDF Here What Drove the Markets? Four factors influenced investment performance in 2019: a shift...
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In this weeks recap: the U.S. and China reach a phase-one trade deal, the Fed leaves the benchmark interest rate alone, and November retail sales come in below expectations. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The U.S. and China...
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In this Q3 recap: the U.S. and China intensify their trade dispute, but agree to negotiate again, the Federal Reserve cuts short-term interest rates once more, and stocks ride through some volatility to end the summer higher. Download...
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In this months recap: stocks stay in rally mode, helped by hints that the U.S. and China may be closing in on a phase-one trade deal; hiring bounces back; key real estate indicators look stronger. Download PDF Here THE MONTH IN BRIEF...
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In this weeks recap: stocks ride out a choppy week, as traders react to a potential delay for a phase-one U.S.-China trade deal and a surprising jobs report. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Key Wall Street benchmarks were up...
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Reflecting and moving ahead As a new year approaches, it is only natural for us to reflect on how things went in 2019. Personal and professional accomplishments may take center stage. Or, we may take stock of any disappointments and...
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In this week’s recap: a shortened trading week sees additional gains for the major stock benchmarks, as optimism about a new trade pact with China outweighs doubts; household spending rises, but confidence declines. Download PDF...
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In this weeks recap: stocks move lower as traders again absorb conflicting messages about trade talks; the Federal Reserve shares its October meeting minutes; good news comes from the housing market. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL...
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In this week’s recap: the Dow crests 28,000; more hints emerge that the U.S. and China could be heading toward a new trade pact; retail sales rise. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock benchmarks were little changed...
Read MoreIn this week’s recap: the Dow and S&P 500 extend their winning streaks, even with conflicting messages emerging about U.S.-China trade negotiations; a gauge of U.S. business activity improves. Download PDF Here THE WEEK ON WALL...
Read MoreDownload PDF Here In this month’s recap: another rate cut from the Federal Reserve, a strong hint of a partial U.S.-China trade deal, and stocks reach record heights again. THE MONTH IN BRIEF Investors and traders found much to...
Read MoreDownload PDF Here In this week’s recap: stock indices again set records, the Fed makes its third rate cut of the year, October’s employment report is a nice surprise, and U.S. and Chinese trade negotiators make some...
Read MoreDownload PDF Here In this week’s recap: stocks flirt with record highs, China and the U.S. continue negotiations toward a trade deal, and consumer sentiment improves. THE WEEK ON WALL STREET The S&P 500 came within 0.1% of a...
Read MoreOctober 21, 2019 In this week’s recap: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite outperform the Dow Industrials, earnings season gets underway, and retail sales retreat for the first time since winter. THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Earnings...
Read MoreDownload PDF Here In this week’s recap: Stocks pushed higher, the mood changed in the trade saga between U.S. and China, and quarterly earnings reports arrived. THE WEEK ON WALL STREET Stock prices pushed higher last week, as...
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