The Pause That Refreshes

The Pause That Refreshes

Since the market peak in late July, stocks suffered a sharp decline of roughly 8%. Recession worries, labor strikes, government shutdown talk, rising energy costs and higher interest rates are all taking a toll on investor emotions.  Fear has begun to replace greed...
It’s All About Interest Rates

It’s All About Interest Rates

This year continues to be one of the worst years for stocks and bonds combined. After kicking off the quarter with a vigorous rally, stock prices reversed direction and finished near the market low for 2022. At this stage of the current business cycle, the same...