Volatility Spike
The VIX Index is one of those esoteric things that financial professionals think about frequently but likely goes unnoticed by the average person. Therefore, in this week’s discussion, we’ll shed some light on the VIX Index and highlight why it’s...
Financial Focus – October 18th, 2023
In this week’s episode of Financial Focus, David Nelson discusses the challenges that come with winning a large sum of money, such as the recent billion-dollar Powerball jackpot, and the importance of financial planning and responsible decision-making. He also emphasizes the need for individuals to be aware of their mutual fund distributions and to consider maximizing contributions to retirement accounts.
Mind the Gap
The U.S. stock market has been on shaky ground lately, wedged between moving averages and facing resistance from a recent technical “gap.” In this week’s commentary, we’ll discuss the “twin breakouts” plaguing markets and explore the key factors that could influence a potential year-end rally.
Strong Labor Market
We have talked often this year about the relationship between the jobs market and inflation. David Nelson tells us the latest on that front and what implications this relationship has for viewers’ investments.