Economy & Markets

Your Guide To The Big, Beautiful Bill

Here is a summary of the big, beautiful bill and how it is intended to help the economy and your…

2 weeks ago

One Penny May Seem An Insignificant Thing, But It Is The Small Seed From Which Fortunes Spring

No more passing them by when you see one on the sidewalk. Forget about wasting a couple by putting them…

1 month ago

Election 2024 and The Bottom Line

Election years, particularly presidential elections, traditionally come into focus after Labor Day. This is when many American voters become fully…

10 months ago

US Companies Are the Innovation Leaders

I watch many economic trends and business issues evolve as a financial professional. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI)…

11 months ago

CrowdStrike Outage

Many were concerned about the computer outage that affected everything from travel to doctor’s offices to bank and investment accounts.…

12 months ago

Inflation Buzzwords

Have you seen the grocery store signs that say, “Buy one, get one,” or “Buy one at $4.99, or get…

1 year ago

When Does the Fed Meet and Where are Interest Rates Going?

The Federal Reserve meets 8 times a year to discuss raising, lowering, or keeping interest rates the same. The meeting…

1 year ago

Is a 30% Stock Market Return Achievable?

This week’s blog post is inspired by Mark, who asks, "How much stock should I hold in my portfolio to…

1 year ago

FedNow® Service: Instant Payments for American Households and Businesses

In today's fast-paced world, the need for quicker, more efficient payment methods has become increasingly essential. The Federal Reserve announced…

2 years ago

How Do Banks Make Money?

Banks are financial institutions that provide various services to individuals and businesses, such as checking and savings accounts, credit cards,…

2 years ago