Jeremiah J. Kauffman - Midwest Financial Services

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January's markets saw modest gains thanks to positive economic data and upbeat Q4 corporate reports which helped support...
02/08/2024

January's markets saw modest gains thanks to positive economic data and upbeat Q4 corporate reports which helped support prices.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.22 percent, while the Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 Index gained 1.59 percent. The Nasdaq Composite, which led throughout 2023, rose 1.02 percent.1

Despite a challenging start to Q4 due to rising bond yields and monetary policy concerns, optimism surged with new infla...
01/05/2024

Despite a challenging start to Q4 due to rising bond yields and monetary policy concerns, optimism surged with new inflation data and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's encouraging remarks, leading to a market rally.

Stocks moved higher in the final three months of the year as bond yields trended lower in growing anticipation of a potential Fed easing.

The fears that dragged on the stock market since August evaporated in November as fresh inflation data reaffirmed contin...
12/08/2023

The fears that dragged on the stock market since August evaporated in November as fresh inflation data reaffirmed continuing progress in the fight against rising prices.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 8.77 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 8.92 percent. The Nasdaq Composite, which has led all year, picked up 10.70 percent.1

Investors faced challenges as stocks moved lower due to multiple headwinds, including rising bond yields and geopolitica...
11/07/2023

Investors faced challenges as stocks moved lower due to multiple headwinds, including rising bond yields and geopolitical tensions. However, many remain confident as they look for initial indications of consumer strength by gauging early holiday shopping levels.

Rising bond yields, geopolitical tensions, sticky inflation, and mixed earnings reports combined to push stocks lower last month.

Stocks faced headwinds in Q3 as bond yields rose, impacting investor sentiment. With inflation data and interest rates i...
10/06/2023

Stocks faced headwinds in Q3 as bond yields rose, impacting investor sentiment. With inflation data and interest rates in focus, market watchers anticipate a potential rate hike.

Stocks lost a portion of their first-half gains in the third quarter as a continued tight monetary bias from the Federal Reserve sent bond yields higher, unsettling stock investors throughout August and September.

Despite challenges from rising yields and credit downgrades, stocks staged a late-month rally. All eyes are now on the F...
09/08/2023

Despite challenges from rising yields and credit downgrades, stocks staged a late-month rally. All eyes are now on the Fed's upcoming meeting, while National Preparedness Month reminds us to get equipped for unexpected challenges.

After sliding for much of last month on rising yields, credit rating downgrades, and economic weakness out of China, stocks staged a late-August rally to help trim losses.

August may be a hot and busy month for economic news, with investors closely monitoring Fed Chair Powell’s monetary poli...
08/04/2023

August may be a hot and busy month for economic news, with investors closely monitoring Fed Chair Powell’s monetary policy remarks in the upcoming Economic Policy Symposium in Jackson Hole. In the meantime, here are the latest labor market stats, inflation data, international market performance, sector trends, and more.

Stocks added to their strong year-to-date gains in July as investors cheered decelerating inflation, better-than-expected corporate earnings, and healthy economic data.

In Q2, the stock market continued its upward trend, driven by cooling inflation, a potential shift in monetary policy, a...
07/08/2023

In Q2, the stock market continued its upward trend, driven by cooling inflation, a potential shift in monetary policy, and growing excitement around artificial intelligence (AI).

Stocks extended their rally in the second quarter, boosted by cooling inflation, the prospect of a shift in monetary policy, and enthusiasm over artificial intelligence.

With the Federal debt ceiling fight resolved and the potential of further artificial intelligence innovations on the hor...
06/09/2023

With the Federal debt ceiling fight resolved and the potential of further artificial intelligence innovations on the horizon, stocks had a mixed month in May. For more, check out the Monthly Market Insights for June 2023 for a comprehensive overview of stock prices and market trends.

Stock prices were mixed as enthusiasm over the economic potential of artificial intelligence was offset by concerns about the federal debt ceiling.

Market Update! April saw a tech stock rally despite recession fears and mixed earnings reports. Dow Industrials led with...
05/06/2023

Market Update! April saw a tech stock rally despite recession fears and mixed earnings reports. Dow Industrials led with a 2.5% gain, while S&P 500 gained nearly 1.5%, and Nasdaq was flat. In May, the focus is on the Fed's next move, economic data, and bank lending activity. Stay up-to-date with our monthly market report.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average led, picking up 2.48 percent. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.46 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite was flat (+0.04 percent).1

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