MARKETS END THE WEEK MIXED AS A GREAT JOBS REPORT AND JUMP IN OIL PRICES HELP TURN THINGS AROUND The markets ended the week mixed, after coming back from early–week losses when a very strong Jobs Report was released on Friday The week started with the S&P 500 losing about 2.3% early in the week, …
U.S. STOCKS REACH FRESH HIGHS AS GDP IS REVISED UP AND THE 2019 HOLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON COULD SET NEW RECORDS The four major U.S. stock market averages closed the Thanksgiving week with green numbers that gave investors reasons to give thanks The DJIA, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all reached new record highs and even the …
DJIA, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Reach New Heights and More! Read More »
The 2019 World Series and the 2020 Markets Remember after the Houston Astros won in 2017? Or Cubs in 2016? Is there actually a difference in stock market performance depending on who wins the World Series? Should you really change your investment plans based on an American League or National League victory? Of course …
MARKETS MOSTLY UP AS EARNINGS SEASON KICKS OFF AND THE IMF AGAIN CUTS ITS GLOBAL GROWTH OUTLOOK FOR 2019 Stocks finished the week mostly higher as earnings season got off to a great start and amidst positive developments that the trade saga with China is getting closer to resolution The small–cap Russell 2000 led …
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With 2019 now underway, David, Karen, Bret, and Joe discuss the goals set for Thrive Financial Services this year. [smart_track_player url=\”https://soundcloud.com/livewiththrive/expectations-for-thrive-in-2019\” ] Today\’s show is going to be off the charts because we have so much going on. We have so much information. We\’re about to start launching again, and we have an intention this …
David, Karen, and Bret are joined by Jim and Fran from Del-Val Insurance as they discuss current financial trends heading into 2019 such as extreme market volatility, which could cause uncertainty heading into the new year. [smart_track_player url=\” https://soundcloud.com/livewiththrive/financial-trends-to-look-out-for-in-2019\” ] I’d like welcome in David Bezar to begin the conversation. It\’s going to be rapid …
David, Karen, and Bret each discuss a unique topic and trend that is going on in the financial industry. Some topics include stock trends heading into 2019, how to approach annuities, and why you should start saving for retirement now. Listen to the full podcast below! [smart_track_player url=\”https://soundcloud.com/livewiththrive/am-i-ready-for-retirement-in-2019\” title=\”Am I Ready for Retirement in 2019? …
Statistically, women are more likely to handle financial resources than men. They make up a huge percentage of consumers in America today and are the most powerful contributors to the economy, making it a wonder why not so many talks are aimed at women creating financial decisions. This undeniably leaves them frozen and less …