by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
A notable disconnect has emerged between investor sentiment and market performance. The timeless wisdom of Warren Buffett to be “fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful” remains particularly relevant today. Despite numerous...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Albert Einstein reportedly once told his accountant, “The hardest thing in the world to understand is income taxes.” So, if you find income taxes perplexing, you are in good company. Unfortunately, our tax system has only grown more complex in the decades...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
With markets navigating various challenges in early 2024, trade policy has emerged as a key focus for investors. As President Trump’s administration implements new tariff measures affecting relationships with major trading partners including China, Canada,...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
The financial markets began 2025 with mixed performance as investors navigated significant policy changes and technological disruption. The month saw President Trump’s return to office, major developments in artificial intelligence from China, and the Federal...
by Jon C. Goodman | Jan 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
The financial markets are experiencing significant interest rate movements as market participants process economic data, Federal Reserve decisions, and new policies from the Trump administration. Treasury yields have shown notable volatility, with the 10-year recently...
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...