Quarterly Commentary, Q4 2016
The most recent economic report showed the U.S. economy advanced faster than initially anticipated, with an annualized 3.5% growth during the third quarter.
Quarterly Commentary, Q3 2016
After several quarters of mixed returns between domestic and international markets, the third quarter provided positive gains in nearly all asset classes.
Quarterly Commentary, Q1 2016
The US economy continues to grow at a moderate pace overall. GDP for the fourth quarter was revised upward to a 1.4% annualized pace from the previously estimated 1%.
Quarterly Commentary, Q4 2015
After almost 10 years of near-zero interest rates, the Fed finally made its long awaited move to raise interest rates. An increase of .25% is a modest takeoff, but shows a...
Quarterly Commentary, Q3 2015
Despite being plagued with uncertainty and market volatility, the third quarter provided moderate economic growth in retail consumer spending and housing, and an increase in the Consumer Confidence Index. The US labor market had mixed results with the unemployment rate...
Quarterly Commentary, Q2 2015
The US economy continued its bull-market march in the second quarter of the year, despite a minor GDP contraction of 0.2% annualized. The decline was expected and mostly attributed to west coast port closures, lower fuel prices, and a strong dollar. Inflation remained...
Quarterly Commentary, Q1 2015
The US economy lost some momentum, posting GDP growth of 2.2% annualized vs. 5.0% during the previous quarter. Despite the slowdown, the current bull market celebrated its sixth birthday, making it the fourth-longest run of the last 80 years. Consumer spending...