Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Robert Baker

01/02/2024

2023 started with depressed expectations and fears of a recession but ended with optimism and strong performance across most asset classes that make up a well-diversified portfolio.

The change of the calendar presents an opportunity to reflect and review some of the milestones that defined the economy and the markets over the past 12 months, along with our views on the potential implications for 2024.

Read more in our Weekly Market Wrap.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

12/26/2023

It was generally a quiet week for the markets in terms of headlines and new data, with markets oscillating day to day, but finishing with a modest move for the week. It's been anything but a quiet year, however.

We think 2024 can build on this year's gains, but not without some bumps along the way. But before we turn the page on the calendar, let's look back at how 2023 stacks up against history. Spoiler: it's in good company. Read more in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

12/20/2023

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12/18/2023

Last week's December Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting proved to be a pivotal one for markets. We highlight three key takeaways that the markets cheered.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

12/11/2023

With a few weeks left of 2023, markets remain on track for a strong finish. As the torch passes to 2024, investors are counting on a successful Fed pivot away from restrictive policy to a more neutral stance to build on this year's gains.

In our latest Weekly Market Wrap, we offer three reasons why we see a gradual shift in Fed policy ahead.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

12/04/2023

Stocks have been on a comeback tour in 2023, mounting a nearly 20% gain so far this year after a lousy 2022. The latest leg of that tour has been particularly enthusiastic with the market having just closed the books on a banner November.

With stocks now near their highs for the year, this week's Weekly Market Wrap looks at the recent strong performance and why we think the market can maintain good posture next year.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

11/27/2023

This past week brought our holiday opportunity to focus on the things we're thankful for. Thanksgiving also marks a turn into the homestretch for the year, so we've dished up a few holiday perspectives on market performance that help set the table for the year ahead.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

11/22/2023

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11/20/2023

Much like finding the perfect water temperature for a relaxing bath, navigating the incoming economic data in markets requires a delicate balance. Too hot, and there is a risk of economic overheating that pushes inflation higher triggering a Fed response. Too cold, and the markets may freeze as recessionary concerns resurface.

So far in November, the temperature has been just right, helping stocks reach a two-month high and placing the October correction in the rear-view mirror.

Ideal conditions don't last forever. But, in our latest Weekly Market Wrap, we share three reasons why the fundamental drivers are broadly moving in a direction we believe supports a positive outlook in 2024.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

11/13/2023

Holiday cheer or drear? As we head into year-end and holiday shopping season, there are questions as to whether the consumer can continue to spend at the same robust pace in the months ahead.

In our latest Weekly Market Wrap, we look at three factors that suggest some slowing in consumption ahead, although perhaps not consumers completely shutting down their spending habit.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

11/06/2023

Stocks have been under pressure for much of the last two months as rising rates have weighed on stock and bond market performance. Last week brought some welcome relief with stocks rallying amid a drop in bond yields.

We don't think it's smooth sailing from here, but we continue to hold the view that the recent market correction isn't the beginning of something more sinister or prolonged.

Read more in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

10/30/2023

Stocks edged close to correction territory last week, down nearly 10% from their peak in late July. A renewed rise in government bond yields and mixed earnings reports from mega-cap tech were the sparks for the S&P 500 to hit its lowest point in five months.

Is the recent market turbulence part of an uncomfortable but normal correction, or the start of something bigger?

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.