Investing Based on Politics is a Bad Idea for Your Retirement Portfolio
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, Americans are preparing to vote in what polls forecast to be a tight race.
Long-Term Perspective: Market Volatility is the Price of Admission for Investing
The stock market had a strong start this year. The S&P 500 gained over +15% in the first
Market History: Can the S&P 500 Maintain Its 2024 Momentum?
The stock market had a strong start in the first half of 2024. Figure 1 compares the S&P
How Nvidia Is Shaping the S&P 500’s Performance in 2024
The S&P 500 Index is a well-known stock market index that tracks the performance of 500 of the
An Updated Timeline on Expected Interest Rate Cuts
Ten months have passed since the Federal Reserve last raised interest rates. The pause in rate hikes follows a 17-month
Rising Manufacturing Orders Signal Future Economic Growth
The Institute of Supply Management (ISM) conducts a monthly survey that focuses on the manufacturing industry. The survey asks purchasing
Charting AI's Journey Through Earnings Transcripts
You have likely seen headlines and news reports discussing artificial intelligence as a major technological advancement. AI’s potential to
Chart of the Month: March 2023
A Simple Explanation of Recent Bank Failures
