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Keep Calm and Carry On Redux
April was tough for investors, with inflation and global crises driving market declines. A recession could bring long-term benefits.
Joan Giardina
May 3, 20223 min read

Caught in a Negative Feedback Cycle
In 2022, markets corrected with the S&P 500 down 12.9%. Rising inflation and Fed rate hikes raise recession odds, but valuations improve.
Brian Zavalkoff
May 2, 20224 min read


What Do I Own?
Q1 2022 saw record volatility from inflation, oil prices, the Ukraine invasion, and rising rates. Quality companies are key to resilience.
William A. Goldstein
Apr 5, 20221 min read


Quick Market Update - 1/19/22
Get your Weekly Market Update and find out about upcoming events and news – January 19, 2022- from chesleytaft.com
Brian Zavalkoff
Jan 20, 20221 min read


2021 A Year of Risk
Despite challenges, the S&P 500 rises as patient investors focus on quality stocks; optimism prevails for 2022!
William A. Goldstein
Jan 6, 20221 min read


2021 Year in Review and 2022 Market Outlook
2021 saw strong earnings growth, pushing the S&P 500 up 28.7%. What’s in store for 2022? Moderation with robust economic indicators!
Brian Zavalkoff
Jan 4, 20227 min read


Uncertainty Breeds Volatility
Despite market volatility, S&P 500 up 16% YTD. Focus remains on investing in quality companies with strong fundamentals.
William A. Goldstein
Oct 7, 20211 min read


Has the year-to-date increase in the S&P 500 been irrational?
S&P 500's rise matches earnings growth, reflecting a rational market trend despite concerns about jobs and inflation.
Brian Zavalkoff
Sep 14, 20212 min read


The Stock Market is A Leading Indicator
Stock market rise aligns with earnings growth; skepticism proven wrong as 2021 forecast exceeds expectations.
William A. Goldstein
Jul 8, 20211 min read

"Keep Calm and Carry On" #9
Market faces inflation fears amid economic recovery. Strong growth boosts optimism, but challenges remain.
Joan Giardina
Apr 21, 20213 min read


Inflation?
Rising inflation fears as U.S. economy strengthens. Fed aims to keep rates low, but market volatility may increase.
William A. Goldstein
Apr 5, 20212 min read


The Big Questions
Economic optimism for 2021: vaccine rollout, stimulus, low rates. Growth stocks lead, but value stocks may gain soon.
William A. Goldstein
Jan 11, 20212 min read


2020 Year in Review and 2021 Market Outlook
2020 recap: Markets rebounded strongly despite the pandemic. 2021 outlook sees growth in U.S. equities, earnings, and economic recovery.
Brian Zavalkoff
Jan 4, 20215 min read


“Keep Calm and Carry on” #8
Markets look ahead: Positives include stimulus support, low rates, and post-vaccine growth despite current economic struggles.
Joan Giardina
Dec 19, 20203 min read


“Keep Calm and Carry on” #7
While sectors like hospitality struggle, innovation thrives in tech and e-commerce. The economy's resilience prevails.
Joan Giardina
Sep 29, 20203 min read


“Keep Calm and Carry on” #6
The stock market reflects future potential, not past fears. Short-term losses can hide underlying growth in diverse sectors.
Joan Giardina
Jul 10, 20203 min read


Second Quarter 2020 Review
Investors are shifting $5 trillion from money markets to stocks, chasing better returns as Covid-19 cases stabilize and recovery begins.
William A. Goldstein
Jul 8, 20201 min read


“Keep Calm and Carry on #5”
Markets stabilize despite tough economy; it's about future earnings, not present struggles. Small recovery signs bring hope.
Joan Giardina
May 12, 20203 min read


Keep Calm and Carry On #4
Market rebounds as optimism grows, but volatility remains. Recovery signs exist, yet uncertainty lingers over true economic impact.
Joan Giardina
Apr 15, 20202 min read


Uncertainty
Uncertainty persists amid COVID-19, but history shows market recoveries follow clarity. Fed's stimulus aims to steady the path.
William A. Goldstein
Apr 12, 20202 min read
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