Even in a rising rate environment, a core allocation to fixed income still reduces overall risk in the portfolio and can provide reasonable returns. With all of the headlines and attention given to Federal Reserve FOMC meetings, it may seem like the slightest increase in rates would spell disaster for bond holders. After all, when… Continue reading In the Face of Rising Rates, Don’t Run Away from Bonds
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The Market Conundrum – The Year to Date Divergence of Stocks and Bonds
Last year, investors were truly surprised by the disparity of returns in stocks and bonds. Against a backdrop of slowly recovering economic data and decent corporate earnings, the S+P 500 rose by more than 28% marking its best year in more than a decade. In contrast, bonds, a traditionally safe investment haven marked their worst… Continue reading The Market Conundrum – The Year to Date Divergence of Stocks and Bonds
Capital Concerns – How D.C.’s Battle is Affecting the Street…And YOUR Money
All eyes are on the nation’s capital as the possibility of a government shutdown is imminent and markets are starting the week rife with sell-offs. With the political jockeying focusing on Obamacare, our view remains that we will see some sort of continuing resolution passed and if there is a shutdown, it will be brief.… Continue reading Capital Concerns – How D.C.’s Battle is Affecting the Street…And YOUR Money