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February Observations Volatility Continues on AI Disruption and Geopolitics U.S. equities were mixed in February, with the S&P 500 falling 0.8% as concerns over AI disruption, tariffs, and escalating Middle East tensions weighed on sentiment.…
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Many awoke to news last Saturday morning of the U.S. and Israel jointly launching airstrikes against Iran’s military capabilities and leadership structure. The buildup to what has been deemed, “Operation Epic Fury”, has been ongoing…
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Historically, emerging markets have typically made the headlines for political upheaval, war or economic struggles. However, 2025’s 33.5% return for the MSCI Emerging Markets (net return) index1 has brought emerging market equities into the collective…
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January Observations Volatile Start to 2026 as Geopolitics Dominated Headlines U.S. equity markets posted modest gains in January, with the S&P 500 returning 1.5% despite significant mid-month volatility. Tariff threats on European countries over Greenland…
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by Tim Side, CFA – Director of Investment Strategy A cruel taste of life in Greenland swept across much of the U.S. over the weekend as snowstorms and frigid temperatures caused several deaths, grounded flights,…
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Executive Summary 2025 served as another reminder of markets’ ability to climb the so-called “Wall of Worry”. The year carried its fair share of headline risks: a reordering of global defense philosophies, tariff disruptions, a…
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December Observations Subdued Month Brings the End to a Solid Year U.S. equity markets closed a robust year in a more subdued fashion, with the S&P 500 essentially flat for the month. To be sure,…
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by John Costello, Investment Risk Analyst *Readers unfamiliar with options terminology may wish to consult the Appendix, which provides plain-English definitions of the derivative concepts referenced throughout. INTRODUCTION The democratization of investments continues to make…
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November Observations AI Theme Comes Under Pressure Markets were mixed in November with the AI theme losing some luster as investor fatigue was led by concerns over rising debt to finance AI spending, elevated valuations,…
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Since 2022, we’ve had the privilege of creating joyful holiday experiences for several families, and the gratitude we’ve received has been truly heartwarming. This year, we’re once again collecting gifts for local families, with the…
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Original article written by Elaine Floyd, CFP® – Director of Retirement and Life Planning at Horsesmouth, LLC. Turn on your television at any time of the day or night now and you are likely to get hit with ads confirming…
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October Observations Still Climbing Global equities extended their rally in October, with the MSCI ACWI up 2.2% as developed and emerging markets advanced. Korea led all markets with a 19.9% surge, powered by semiconductors and…
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Tim Side, CFA “Irrational exuberance, as famously diagnosed by Robert Shiller ahead of the dot-com bust, is not the same as stupidity.” -John Authers Few financial metaphors come close to the use of the word…
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Original article written by: Elaine Floyd, CFP®Director, Retirement and Life PlanningHorsesmouth, LLC If you are eligible for Medicare, you likely received an Open Enrollment packet in the mail where you can see how your plan…
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Executive Summary The third quarter of 2025 extended the year’s remarkable market resilience amidst a continuing whirl of policy developments, political tension, and global uncertainty. Beneath the noise, U.S. growth remained exceptional. GDP expanded at…
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ST. LOUIS, MO – September 16, 2025 – Moneta Group Investment Advisors, LLC (“Moneta”), one of the nation’s largest independent, partner-owned Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) firms, announced today that Lane Hipple Wealth Management Group (“Lane…
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Chris Kamykowski, CFA, CFP® The imagery could not have been more surreal…… U.S. President Donald Trump walking through ongoing renovations of the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington D.C. with the current Fed Chairman, Jerome Powell.…
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July Observations Onward and Upward The global equity rallied continued through July, though in a reversal from the previous months, U.S. equities outperformed the rest of the world, aided by a strong U.S. dollar. Within…
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The cost of higher education continues to rise, making it important for families to explore savings options that can help them manage future expenses. One widely used approach is the 529 plan, a tax-advantaged savings…
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Tips and Strategies for Managing Education Costs and Back-to-School Expenses Back-to-school season often brings excitement, new opportunities, and financial decisions. Whether preparing for elementary school, high school, or college, planning for education-related expenses can help…
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As retirement planning grows increasingly complex, more individuals are turning to professional guidance to navigate the journey. Relying on advisor-managed retirement plans can offer a range of advantages that go far beyond picking the right…
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Introduction Much has changed since we ended March on a dour note, with the S&P down nearly 6% that month as tariff talk ramped up and the threat of DeepSeek was high on everyone’s concerns.…
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June Observations Second Quarter Ends on a High Note Global equity markets extended their rally into June as continued economic strength reduced earlier recession fears and further improvement within various trade negotiations helped risk assets.…
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By: Elaine Floyd, CFP® Customized Strategies for Your Financial Security Nearly everyone agrees on the importance of planning for health care expenses in retirement. However, this task can feel overwhelming due to the many unknowns:…