2024 has been a remarkable year. With the S&P 500 up nearly 30%, it has delivered the 5th most all-time highs since 1950 and back-to-back 20%+ gains for the first time since the 1990s. This exceptional performance warrants both celebration and caution. While 2025 may not mirror this level of success, the data doesn’t suggest […]
As we approach the final weeks of the year, one thing is clear: 2024 has been an extraordinary year for the stock market. The S&P 500 is currently up over 26% year-to-date. Even with potential volatility, it’s on track to close out the year with gains exceeding 20%. This is remarkable as 2023 also saw […]
With the dust settling from Tuesday’s presidential election, many investors are asking: What does a Donald Trump presidency mean for their portfolios? The initial post-election market surge indicates a clear risk-on appetite among investors, but is this behavior typical? A Look at History Since 1928, there have been five instances where the presidency switched from […]