In volatile markets like the one we are currently experiencing; it is easy to wonder whether today’s market environment is normal when compared to the history of the stock market. One way to measure market volatility is by measuring Outside Days. Outside Days are simply days in which the market, particularly the S&P 500, experiences […]
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Updated 4/18/22 As we leave a tumultuous first quarter behind us and enter earnings season, it is time to review where and how the stock market and economy intersect. While it can seem crazy to see the stock market demonstrate strength since 2020 given the current economic environment of rampant inflation and mixed economic data,
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Updated 4/18/22 To put it mildly, the real estate market has been on fire as of late. In spite of this, we believe it is worth keeping diligent eye on the housing market, as we are seeing some historic movement in mortgage rates. As of this writing, the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage
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When it comes to investing, one of the most prominent phrases used is the acronym FAANG, which is a simple way to refer to five of the largest U.S. companies: Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google. While this acronym has been popular since 2013, Bank of America turned heads last week when they announced a
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