Last week was mixed for the markets, as the Dow increased by 0.44%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.06%, the NASDAQ dropped 0.13%, and the MSCI EAFE gave back 0.55%.[1] We also saw a variety of data released, giving a similarly mixed view of recent economic activity. Retail sales and the Consumer Price Index showed [...]
During a week while many were thankful, the markets gave us much to be thankful for. Through the four-day trading week, the Dow gained 1.51%, the S&P 500 was up 1.44%, the NASDAQ added 1.45%, and the MSCI EAFE increased 1.26%.[1] What Happened This Week? The S&P 500, Dow, and NASDAQ hit all-time highs: For [...]
In our continued effort to provide you with exceptional service and market education, we have implemented a few changes to how our Weekly Market Commentary is created. You will notice that there is less technical language, and the main body of the commentary is shorter and more concise. All the other aspects of the Weekly [...]
Though stocks rose Friday after statements from Federal Reserve officials, the major indexes ended the week lower amid choppy trading. For the week, the S&P 500 lost 0.96%, the Dow fell 0.56%, the NASDAQ dropped 1.48% and the MSCI EAFE declined 1.40%.[i] Counting the Cost of Hurricanes Whenever disaster strikes, people often wonder: What’s all [...]
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Good article from The Financial Word: 10 Worst Mistakes People Make After Retirement: Not Changing Lifestyle after retirement Failing to Move to More Conservative Investments Applying for Social Security Too Early Spending Too Much Money Too Soon Failure to Be Aware of Frauds and Scams Cashing Out Pension Too Soon Not Being Effective Tax-Wise During [...]
individuals will receive new ACA information statements 1.) While the information on these forms may help you complete your tax return, they are not needed to file. You can file your federal tax return even if you have not received one of these statements. 2.) Form 1095-B, Health Coverage, is used by coverage providers to [...]
