Chris Kessler - Northwestern Mutual

08/28/2024

Equities climbed last week thanks to more confirmation that the Fed is ready to cut rates. Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed may be limited in how far it can go to stem an economic slowdown.

Will the Fed’s rate cuts be enough to save the day? Or is the economy following a different script?

08/06/2024

Questions about the recent market performance? Will a September rate cut be enough to prevent the economy from tipping into recession? Our Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte offers his take.

I would be happy to connect if you have any questions or want to discuss it.

News of a likely rate cut in September was overshadowed by weak economic data. We look at why investors’ concerns are warranted.

07/18/2024

If you’re thinking ahead to retirement, let’s talk! We can help you create a comprehensive plan that’s tailored to you.

The reverse 4 percent rule is a general guideline about how much money to save for retirement. It suggests that you divide your annual expenses by 4 percent and account for inflation.

06/07/2024

Hal Hershfield has spent his life studying how people make long-term decisions. So we trust him when he tells us, based on his research, that clients who work with a Northwestern Mutual advisor on their comprehensive financial future feel they can enjoy life more comfortably and worry less. Find out how a comprehensive plan can improve your life. http://spr.ly/61845zYyo

Source: Assessing the Value of a Holistic Advisor, Dr. Hal Hershfield, 2023

05/10/2024

In the Weekly Market Commentary, Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at how recent conflicting wage data highlights another wrinkle for the Fed to contend with.

Look for more volatility in inflation as we move later into the business cycle. Get more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

04/26/2024

Life comes into view pretty quickly. So even if retirement may seem far off, it’s still a good time to reach out to me about planning for one. But first, take our Am I On Track For Retirement quiz now, and find out if you’re bringing your retirement on the horizon into focus. http://spr.ly/6189bLwHV

03/20/2024

Anyone can benefit from working with a financial advisor, but if you have a high net worth, here’s why you might benefit from working with a wealth manager.

At a certain point, it makes sense to have a professional manage your finances, but the fees can make some people think twice. Is it worth paying a wealth manager?

03/01/2024

Retirement is a critical time to work with an advisor to ensure you’re not paying unnecessary taxes on your hard-earned retirement savings.

With some strategic planning, you can manage the impact of taxes on your retirement income.

02/26/2024

If you want to get started with investing, or you are helping the next generation of investors, we’re here to help.

Learn how to start investing with this guide for beginners, including investments for beginners to consider, investment strategies and where to invest.

02/23/2024

If you’ve recently gotten engaged, we can help you ask each other the right questions so you will have the answers you need to create your new life together.

When you’re planning for your happily-ever after, make sure to include “meet with financial planner” on your to-do list. Your “old-married-couple” selves will thank you for it.

02/21/2024

⏰ Eleven key tax changes are scheduled for the end of 2025. Let’s navigate the changes coming and stay on track to meet your financial and life goals together.

These 11 key tax changes are set to occur at the end of 2025 if the Trump tax cuts sunset as scheduled. Here is what you need to know.

02/19/2024

I've had a lot of questions about the market, inflation, and interest rates lately. Here is a great clip from Brent!

Our Chief Investment Officer, Brent Schutte joined CNBC’s “Money Movers” for a conversation about monetary policy and continued concerns around inflation following last week’s CPI data. Watch his take:

Brent Schutte, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss his calls for a recession this year, whether investors should pay attention to one data point on inflation, and more.