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Dec

November Market Commentary

In November, U.S. stocks surged, with the S&P 500 (1) and Dow Jones (1) recording their best months of the year. Investor optimism surrounding a...

Dec

Money with Murphy – 2024 Year-in-Review

As 2024 winds down, we take a look back at the biggest themes that shaped markets and made headlines this year. From elections and interest...

Dec

Markets in a Minute: Winners and Losers – The Fallout of Assad’s Departure in Syria

Winners and Losers: The Fallout from Assad’s Departure in Syria The unexpected fall of the Assad regime in Syria marks a dramatic shift in the...

Dec

Markets in a Minute: The Manufacturing Decline – Why it Matters

The Long Slide: Manufacturing Decline and How Tariffs Might Impact the Sector Key Takeaways Mixed Signals: Despite the U.S. economy’s resilience, its manufacturing sector has...

Nov

Money with Murphy – Tariffs: Then, Now, & What’s Next

In this episode of Money with Murphy, Kara Murphy dives into the evolving landscape of U.S. tariffs. From their historic use to Trump’s 1.0 and...

Nov

October Market Commentary

October 2024 saw stock markets decline as momentum from September’s gains faded after the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut. Early optimism following a strong jobs...

Nov

Markets in a Minute: After the Election – What Investors Can Expect Next Earnings

After the Election: What Investors Can Expect Next KeyTakeaways Market rally and Sector Gains: Stocks rallied after the election led by financials, crypto, and small-cap...

Nov

Money with Murphy – Earnings Surprises and Job Slumps

Last week was packed with market activity, including key earnings reports, economic data, and a shifting jobs picture. About a third of S&P 500 companies...

Oct

Markets in a Minute: Busy Week Ahead – What to Watch in Markets and Earnings

Busy Week Ahead: What toWatch in Markets and Earnings Buckle up because this week is one of the busiest of the year between key economic...

Oct

Protecting Your Financial Future: Why Cybersecurity Matters

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and in today’s digital world, safeguarding your financial information is more important than ever. With online banking, mobile payments, and...

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