The McMurtrey Financial Group

Despite signs of a slowing economy, corporate bond issuance kicked off the month at a record pace. We look at how the market has absorbed the new debt and what factors are likely to drive bond performance ahead.

As U.S. rate cuts near, history shows stocks and bonds often perform well after the Fed starts easing cycles, with equities showing greater variability. Given mixed economic signals, the focus should be on quality in portfolio positioning.

While the U.S. president certainly has great influence, the formal and informal checks and balances built into the government’s structure still matter, and investors shouldn’t let election noise get in the way of sound portfolio management.

Young people are learning about the stock market, investing and personal finance through innovative activities and games.

GenAI will likely have far-ranging repercussions on the economy, sectors, and business functions. We look at the potential impact and explore investment strategies we expect to benefit from the new era.