Searching for Inflation

Searching for Inflation

  Bonds. They’re kind of boring, right? Well, at least compared to stocks, they can be. Bonds rarely make headlines. They don’t have flashy earnings reports. And they don’t usually deliver the eye-popping returns that attract investors to the stock...
Financial Focus – July 29th, 2026

Financial Focus – July 29th, 2026

Understanding the difference between ordinary income and capital gains can have a meaningful impact on how much you keep after taxes. This week, Nate Kreinbrink and Andy Fergurson explain why tax planning isn’t just about what you earn, but also how your income is taxed.

The Warning Light

The Warning Light

Wall Street analysts are closely monitoring a range of economic indicators that have historically served as early warning signs of a recession. David Nelson explains the Treasury Yield Curve and why he thinks it is an indicator that investors should watch carefully.

More Than Meets the Index

More Than Meets the Index

OVERVIEW Markets took a step back last week as investors digested recent gains. The S&P 500 declined 0.61%, while the technology-heavy NASDAQ fell 2.13%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average held up relatively well, slipping just 0.38%. Despite the weekly pullback,...
Production Powers Profits

Production Powers Profits

  Does the economy have to be booming for corporate earnings to grow? No. Not necessarily. But history suggests manufacturing conditions tend to matter more than many investors realize. For example, this week’s chart tracks the Institute for Supply Management...