by Douglas | Jan 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
In the final trading days of a strong 2017, U.S. indexes lost some ground. During the holiday-shortened week, the S&P 500 dropped by 0.36%, the Dow lost 0.14%, and the NASDAQ gave back 0.81%.[1] A selloff toward the end of the day on Friday contributed to the...
by Douglas | Jan 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
While much of the political fire and fury from Congress’ tax plan debate has settled, some of the economic smoke still lingers as financial analysts and private investors plot their way through the new $1.4 trillion law’s long-range ramifications.[1]...
by Douglas | Dec 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
As the holiday season progresses, the markets continue to impress. Last week, many energy, financial, and industrial sector stocks helped drive performance.[1] Hitting record highs yet again, the S&P gained 0.35%, and the Dow jumped 0.40% for the...
by Douglas | Dec 4, 2017 | Investment Management, Uncategorized
Markets went for a wild ride last week – especially on Friday. In fact, on December 1, the S&P 500 had its largest fluctuations since the day after the 2016 presidential election.[1] Nonetheless, two of the major domestic markets hit new record highs on...
by Douglas | Nov 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
Domestic stock performance varied last week, with the S&P 500 and Dow losing ground for the 2ndstraight week, while the NASDAQ posted gains.[1] By Friday, the S&P 500 had dropped 0.13%, the Dow gave back 0.27%, and the NASDAQ gained 0.47%.[2]International...
by Douglas | Nov 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Once again, the markets ended the week in positive territory – and all 3 major domestic indexes hit new record highs. The S&P 500 added 0.26%, and the Dow was up 0.45%, with both indexes notching their 8th straight week of growth. The NASDAQ was up for the...
