Breadth Boost

Breadth Boost

  Sometimes price isn’t the only thing that matters to investors. Breadth—the number of stocks going up or down—can be a valuable tool, too. For example, a popular way to measure this is with the Advance/Decline (A/D) Line. It’s calculated by taking the number of...
Financial Focus – September 18th, 2024

Financial Focus – September 18th, 2024

In this episode of Financial Focus, Nate Kreinbrink and Andy Fergurson discuss tax planning strategies, highlighting the benefits of long-term capital gains over ordinary income. They also explain the difference between employer 401(k) matching and maximum contributions, offering advice on traditional vs. Roth 401(k) options.

Take it Easy

Take it Easy

  Fast or slow? When it comes to rate cuts, this week’s featured chart suggests that slower is better. The chart shows how the S&P 500 has historically responded to different rate-cut speeds. There have been eight “slow cycles” where the Fed...