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US Market Commentary
Global Issues Abound: Should Investors Be Worried?
There's no shortage of geopolitical concerns, but do they mean trouble for the U.S. and international markets? Where should investors look for opportunities?
October 3, 2024
How Can You Plan for a New Pet?
Mark Riepe and Susan Hirshman discuss how to prepare for the responsibilities, costs, and emotional attachment that come with bringing home a pet.
September 30, 2024
Party in the USA: Election Facts
Historically, staying invested has been, in our view, an effective strategy and one to consider when it comes to election years and beyond.
September 30, 2024
The Short of It: Answers About Short Selling
Short selling involves the sale of borrowed shares in the hope of profiting from a decline in the stock price. It's risky, but it also adds to market efficiency.
September 25, 2024
2024 Elections: Big Bark, Little Bite
Policy, more likely to be dictated by economic circumstances, may not resemble generous populist proposals, which could limit their impact on stock markets.
September 23, 2024
Panic Is Not a Strategy—Nor Is Greed
Panic is never a good investment strategy—nor is greed. Here's how disciplined investing helps navigate through volatile environments.
September 16, 2024
What to Know About After-Hours Trading
What is after-hours trading? How does it work? Learn about the rules, risks, and benefits of extended-hours trading.
September 12, 2024
Rate Cuts Support a Brighter 2025
Given the backdrop of monetary policy stimulus, the global economy is poised for growth and international stocks for continued leadership.
September 9, 2024
How Can You Preserve Your Assets for Your Heirs?
Austin Jarvis speaks with Mark Riepe about the complications of estate taxes—and what you can do if the estate tax exemptions change in 2026.
August 19, 2024
Songs of Experience: Reminiscences of a Strategist
It's been 38 years since I began my career on Wall Street and the lessons I learned along the way from some all-time investment greats always hold true.
August 19, 2024
What Declining Interest Rates Could Mean for You
When the Federal Reserve lowers its key short-term interest rate, the impact isn't uniform across the financial universe.
August 8, 2024
What's in the Fed's Toolbox?
What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.
August 7, 2024
When Should You Take Social Security?
Mark Riepe is joined by Rob Williams and Susan Hirshman to examine one of the most critical retirement decisions: When should you take Social Security?
August 5, 2024
Can the Olympics Teach Us About Our Own Behavior?
Mark Riepe explains the cognitive and emotional biases that show up across different Olympic choices and judgments and the lessons we can glean from them for our own financial decision-making.
July 22, 2024
Managing Your Finances After the Loss of a Spouse
Handling financial matters while navigating the emotions of losing a spouse can feel daunting. But by addressing the most urgent financial needs, you can make a clear path forward.
July 19, 2024
Q2 Surprises and What Could Surprise in Q3
Discover what surprised markets in the second quarter of 2024 and understand the potential drivers of volatility for the third quarter.
July 15, 2024
How Do You Save for Vacations & Travel?
Mark Riepe and Cindy Scott discuss how financial planning can help you save for short-term goals like travel and vacations without adding risk to your long-term financial future.
July 8, 2024
What Should You Know About Annuities?
A basic overview of annuities and how they can fit into an investor's retirement plan—with Rob Williams, a managing director and Retirement Income Certified Professional at Schwab.
June 24, 2024
Identifying Head-and-Shoulders Patterns in Stock Charts
Identifying so-called head-and-shoulders patterns can be tricky.
June 18, 2024
Election Risk Returns
A top risk for investors, elections may see a shift from centrist to more populist policy that could slow exports, raise inflation, and increase volatility in the global markets.
June 17, 2024
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