Market Roundup: Impressive Weekly Gains Following Tariff Details

Indices kicked off the first full week of March closing in the green zone on Monday, amid a variety of economic news. The ISM non-manufacturing index fell to 59.5 from 59.9 in January, indicating service activity decreased slightly. The upward momentum continued Tuesday as investors saw signs of disapproval to the potential tariffs on imported aluminum and steel. Mixed moves were on deck Wednesday.

Call Foul if the “IRS” Calls to Threaten You

As it is prime tax season, Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA is joined by Principal Jennifer J. Thomas, CFP®, and Managing Associate K.C. Smith, CFP®, to discuss some of the many devious scams that thieves are using, capitalizing on the common fear of the IRS. They also provide some tips to how to really know when it is the IRS contacting you.