by Jon C. Goodman | Jan 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Markets are adjusting to the political landscape as President Trump begins his second term following the 2024 election. While the S&P index showed initial enthusiasm with a 5.3% gain including dividends after the November vote, markets have since retraced about...
by Jon C. Goodman | Jan 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Recent market activity has shown increased volatility, with the S&P 500 declining 4.3% from its December 6 peak while the 10-year Treasury yield has moved up from 4.15% to 4.76%. This shift reflects evolving market sentiment around several key factors including...
by Jon C. Goodman | Jan 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
As we embark on a new year, it’s crucial to consider our financial health alongside our personal well-being. Following two years of robust market performance and evolving economic conditions, now is an opportune time to evaluate and strengthen our financial...
by Jon C. Goodman | Dec 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Behavioral finance has shown that our emotional and psychological tendencies often lead to suboptimal investment decisions. Understanding these inherent biases is crucial as we navigate the financial markets, particularly following the substantial gains across...
by Jon C. Goodman | Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we reflect on 2024, the wisdom of the 19th century author Balzac rings true: “our worst misfortunes never happen, and most miseries lie in anticipation.” Despite widespread fears of economic downturns, market corrections, and electoral uncertainty, many...
by Jon C. Goodman | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we approach the end of a remarkable year in financial markets, there are significant positive developments worth highlighting. Markets have shown remarkable resilience in 2024, delivering strong returns despite various challenges including monetary policy shifts,...
