Markets Have a Positive Week with Dow’s First Record Close of 2014
The Dow Jones Industrial Average had its first record close of 2014 after the Fed said it would reduce its bond-buying program.
Market Loses Gains From Earlier in the Week
Markets climbed as earnings rolled in, but Ukraine tensions erased the gains by Friday.
Markets Lose More than 2% in Difficult Week
Tech and biotech stocks weigh on the markets bringing the NASDAQ down most of the week.
Inflation Protected Securities
The hosts of “Money Talks” discuss a listener’s question on inflation protected securities. Our Analysts explain what an inflation protected security is, how economic changes affect the return, and which stock sector may be better suited to meet the typical needs met by inflation protected securities.
Markets Pare Week’s Gains in Friday Trading
The markets kicked off the second quarter with broad gains, propelling the S&P 500 index to its seventh record close of the year.
High Frequency Trading
In our opinion, high frequency traders have little effect on long-term investors.
Mixed Markets for the Week
News out of Europe and China weigh on the markets.
Markets End Positive for the Week After Fed Expresses Intent to Raise Interest Rates
Trading was volatile during the week as news of rising interest rates and Crimea succession made headlines.
Ukrainian Conflict Weighs on Markets
A rough week for the markets was accented by the Ukrainian conflict, while economic reports continue to cite the harsh winter.
What Baseball Can Teach You about Financial Planning
Cover your bases. Good idea in baseball. Better idea for financial planning. Read more in this week’s Financial Tip.