Building a Resilient Portfolio: The Case for Diversification
Special guest Jacob Keen, CFA, Henssler’s Director of Investments, joins Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, to take a deep dive into Henssler’s portfolio strategy, explaining how diversification plays a crucial role in managing risk.
Tariff Turmoil or Economic Signal? The Makings of a Stock Market Correction
The S&P 500 entered correction territory in mid-March as trade tensions escalate and businesses brace for higher costs. See how shifting tariff policies are rattling the markets and what it could mean for investors.
Understanding Tariffs: Costs, Consequences, and the Bigger Picture
Watching the tariff war shift from day to day can give investors whiplash. On Henssler Money Talks, Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, along with Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, discuss what tariffs are, their potential impact on businesses and consumers, and the administration’s broader economic strategy. Are tariffs simply a tax on consumers, or are they a tool to encourage domestic production and strengthen the economy?
Tariffs: How They Work and Potential Economic Effects
President Trump’s seesawing tariff strategies are shaking up global trade, adding pressure to the markets. But before you let fear drive your investment decisions, take a step back. Volatility is normal, and history shows that staying the course can be the best move.
Riding Out the Storm: How to Handle Market Declines
The “Henssler Money Talks” show hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, discuss the market’s volatility. Despite only being down 5% from the all-time high, many investors want to pull back their equity exposure as emotions drive their decision-making. We’ll break down recency bias from the past two stellar market years and why short-term swings shouldn’t dictate long-term strategy. We look at how the Henssler Ten Year Rule helps in these market conditions and why investing in high-quality companies can make a difference.
The Personal Finance Lessons Behind America’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Debate
The “Henssler Money Talks” show hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, explore the idea circulating in Washington of creating a sovereign wealth fund for the United States. They examine the potential benefits and drawbacks, including how such a fund could support infrastructure development for key industries like semiconductors and artificial intelligence, and concerns that politically driven investments could distort market valuations.
How the Trump Administration’s Tariffs Are Shaking Up SMBs—and What You Can Do About It
From rising costs to supply chain headaches, shifting U.S. trade policies are making it harder for SMBs to stay ahead. How do you protect your profits and plan for the future? We break down the impact of tariffs and the smart strategies you can use to navigate them.
Three Market-Moving Economic Indicators to Watch
Three key reports—The Employment Situation, Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and Personal Income and Outlays—can significantly impact market performance. Understanding these reports can help you make informed financial decisions
September 2024 Market Minute
In this month’s Market Minute, we’re breaking down three key trends: Interest Rates, Jobs Market, and Consumer Spending. Watch for insights on how these could shape the economy!
August 2024 Market Minute
For August, the Henssler Research Analysts are closely monitoring signs of life from Small- and Mid-Cap stocks, the continuing tensions between China and Taiwan, and the earnings growth rate for second quarter that is on track to be the highest since late 2021.