The leaves are just beginning to turn and the children may be masked, but they're back at school. This is a welcome return to normalcy. Although COVID cases have been spiking in some areas, the number of fully-vaccinated people both in the US and around the world is continuing to rise. Children from 5-11 may soon have access to the vaccine with the possibility of emergency use authorization on the table. This is all cause for optimism.
The stock market continues its upward journey, although the end of September saw a rising retreat on the back of higher Treasury yields. The Consumer Confidence Index declined to the lowest level since February, given the ongoing flare-ups of COVID, but the economic outlook remains positive. Although short-term selling may put some downward pressure on tech and growth names, stocks still hold considerable potential. A focus on fundamentals and, as always, a long-term orientation, should help keep investors on track this fall.
We hope you enjoy the new look and feel of this newsletter. Each month we will continue to bring you a selection of curated articles to help you make informed decisions about your financial future as well as a lifestyle feature as a reminder to enjoy the good things in life.
As always, we’re here to do all we can to help you achieve your most important goals.
Is Your Renovation Actually Worth It?
If you're considering a renovation, there's one question that's probably at the top of your list: "How much should I spend?" Well, the answer is, it depends.
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Will Inflation Hurt Stock Returns? Not Necessarily.
Investors may wonder whether stock returns will suffer if inflation keeps rising. Here’s some good news: Inflation isn’t necessarily bad news for stocks.
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