March 6th, 2025: Weekly Market Review
1. Recent turbulence in the stock market has undoubtedly sparked anxiety among investors, with sharp selloffs prompting fears of economic collapse. However, the world is far from falling apart. Market corrections, while unsettling, are a natural part of economic cycles and often [...]
Spring Cleaning: Five Steps to Freshen Up Your Finances
Three Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start—clean out those closets, stuff away the layers of coats and scarves, open up your space and expectations! But spring cleaning is not just for [...]
February 28th, 2025: Weekly Market Review
1. Recent economic indicators suggest a deceleration in the U.S. economy. In February, consumer confidence experienced its most significant decline since August 2021, with The Conference Board's index dropping to 98.3 from 105.3 in January. This downturn reflects growing concerns over [...]
February 21st, 2025: Weekly Market Review
1. This week's economic data reveals a mixed outlook for the U.S. economy, with notable developments in the housing market and labor sector, alongside rising inflation concerns impacting financial markets. Housing Market Indicators - In January 2025, housing starts declined by 9.8% [...]
February 12th, 2025: Weekly Market Review
1. Recent economic data indicates strength, with a low unemployment rate and inflation slightly higher than desired but still subdued. Notably, rent data is showing a significant decline, though it has yet to fully reflect in CPI figures. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome [...]
February 6th, 2025: Weekly Market Review
1. Recent data presents a moderate expansion in the U.S. economy, with manufacturing rebounding, job openings declining, and services growth slowing. Manufacturing: The ISM Manufacturing PMI rose to 50.9% in January, marking its first expansion in over two years. New orders [...]