Investment Strategy

MARKETS & INVESTING   Learn how to better prepare your portfolio for a downturn – and how to potentially take advantage of one when it occurs. Market volatility is an inevitable part of investing. And, understandably, that tumultuous times will likely trigger emotional responses to match. But it’s important to take a deep breath, focus on your […]

MARKETS & INVESTING July 28, 2023   Review the latest Weekly Headings by CIO Larry Adam. Strike activity remains muted by historical standards Strike-related wage deals not likely to sway the Fed Corporate margins have room to absorb wage increases Record-breaking heat waves dominate the news headlines, with 2023 shaping up to be one of, […]

MARKETS & INVESTING July 26, 2023   The central bank agreed to a 25 basis point increase in July after electing to not raise the federal funds rate in June. Following a skip at its June meeting, the Federal Reserve (Fed) chose to raise the federal funds rate 25 basis points (bps) at the July […]

MARKETS & INVESTING July 24, 2023   Doug Drabik discusses fixed income market conditions and offers insight for bond investors. Last week I talked about the income opportunity in short to intermediate investment-grade corporate bonds. This Monday, I want to talk about the income opportunity obtainable in the intermediate to long end of the curve. […]