Is the Market Overvalued?
OVERVIEW Markets took a step back last week, with weakness spread across major U.S. equity benchmarks. The S&P 500 slipped 0.10%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average and NASDAQ each lost 0.19%. Small- and mid-caps lagged further, with the S&P 600...
Come Together
Something a bit unusual is happening in financial markets right now. The income, or “yield,” you can earn from stocks, bonds, and even real estate (REITs) has all started to look the same. That doesn’t happen very often. This week’s chart shows what I mean....
Overextended
Have you ever noticed how a truck can only pull so much before the trailer starts to sway? Sure, you can push it a little, but eventually, the load and the power have to stay in balance. The stock market works in a similar way when you compare it to the amount...
Financial Focus – August 27th, 2025
Fall is in the air and football’s kicking off, but it’s also time to start thinking about Medicare open enrollment. Nate and Mike break down what you need to know and why a quick review of your coverage could put money back in your pocket.
Manufacturing Malaise
When taking a bird’s-eye view, the GDP and consumer spending are currently showing positive signals for the economy. John Nelson drills down to show one pocket of weakness for investors to avoid right now.
Friendlier Fed
OVERVIEW Markets delivered a mixed but generally positive week, with leadership shifting toward smaller companies and value-oriented stocks. The S&P 500 rose 0.27%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average outperformed with a 1.53% gain. The NASDAQ slipped...
Coins in the Couch Cushion
There’s an interesting development happening in financial markets right now. Sure, it’s a little boring and technical, but it centers on something called the Reverse Repo Facility. I like to think of it as financial markets' version of coins in the couch...
Really a Rally?
There are a lot of challenges in investing. But one that’s particularly tricky is knowing when a market rally is, well, a rally. Maybe it's the start of a new rally? Or maybe the current one is running out of steam? That’s where this week’s indicator comes into...
Financial Focus – August 20th, 2025
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Fun Now, Pain Later
There has been a big jump in speculative trading that involves a higher degree of risk compared to traditional long-term investing. David Nelson joins us to share if these potential short-term gains usually provide a long-term advantage.
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