Market Commentary
Get the latest on the economy and the markets, including considerations for your portfolio.
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How Might Markets React to a Trump Impeachment?
Impeachment or not, the markets weather the storm.
Doug Fabian,
Jan 15, 2018
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Market Volatility and Your Next Steps
Why are financial markets so volatile right now? Should you change your investment strategy to adapt to these market corrections?
Doug Fabian,
Feb 14, 2018
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More Volatility Ahead
How did the markets perform Q1 2018?
Doug Fabian,
Mar 2, 2018
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What Should Be My Focus Now?
If you're tempted to adjust your portfolio in a volatile market, listen to this first before making a move.
Doug Fabian,
Mar 16, 2018
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Tariffs, rate hikes and other market drivers
During the first half of 2018 there was plenty of market volatility. How should you respond?
Doug Fabian,
Mar 26, 2018
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Market Update, Best Money Practices, Action Steps
Why proper asset allocation is crucial to your investment success, particularly during market volatility.
Doug Fabian,
Apr 2, 2018
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Market Update & Outlook with Don Calcagni
Hear about how low unemployment and strong economic growth were tailwinds in 2017.
Doug Fabian,
Apr 24, 2018
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Update: The Market Scoreboard in 2018
Market volatility is back and it's taken a toll on investor confidence. In times likes these, it's important to review and reconnect to your long-term financial goals.
Doug Fabian,
May 25, 2018
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Market Scoreboard for the First Half of 2018
How did the markets perform in the first half of 2018?
Doug Fabian,
Jul 5, 2018
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Part II, Market Scoreboard for the First Half of 2018
It's mid-year 2018 and despite negative news, earning season expectations are better than expected. How may this impact your portfolio?
Doug Fabian,
Jul 12, 2018
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Mercer Advisors Capital Markets Update and Outlook: July 2018
Hear about Q2 2018 market volatility, equity and fixed income returns, and the progress of growth for US and international economies.
Donald Calcagni,
Jul 25, 2018
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Navigating a Stock Market Correction
Having the proper mindset, asset allocation, and portfolio diversification can help your financial plan stay on course, especially during market corrections.
Doug Fabian,
Aug 22, 2018
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Portfolio Management to Navigate a Stock Market Correction
Financial market corrections are common occurrences, but that doesn't mean they're pleasant. How can you weather through volatile market cycles?
Doug Fabian,
Sep 14, 2018
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Good Things Can Happen in Bad Markets with Don Calcagni
Bull and bear markets are common occurrences. Learn how market corrections work and how investors can react during down market cycles.
Doug Fabian,
Sep 20, 2018
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Your Financial Market Update
How were the markets doing up to Q3 2018? What were potential headwinds and tailwinds for the rest of 2018?
Doug Fabian,
Oct 4, 2018
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October 2018 Markets Update and Investment Management Outlook
Find out where the markets landed at the end of Q3 2018, the return of volatility, and how the US and global economy is growing.
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian, Drew Kanaly,
Oct 24, 2018
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The Dos and Dont’s of Approaching the Market During Volatile Times
Market volatility before elections are normal, but it doesn't mean we have to like it. We examine the markets before the mid-term 2018 elections.
Doug Fabian,
Oct 26, 2018
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The Post-Election Market Update Podcast
The 2018 mid-term elections and the impact on your investment portfolio.
Doug Fabian,
Nov 13, 2018
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Portfolio Management And Steps To Take In A Volatile Market
How should you deal with market volatility? What can you do to keep market swings in perspective?
Doug Fabian, Donald Calcagni,
Dec 10, 2018
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Assessing Your Personal Portfolio Management Scorecard
Learn how to use a scorecard to track your investments and put yourself on a path for success in 2019.
Doug Fabian,
Jan 4, 2019
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January 2019 Capital Markets Outlook
Watch the webinar to gain insights on the state of the US economy and global financial markets.
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian, Drew Kanaly,
Jan 30, 2019
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Putting the US-China Trade War in Context: Questions & Answers
Trade negotiations between the United States and China broke down last month – here are some answers so some of the more pressing questions frequently asked.
Donald Calcagni,
Jun 12, 2019
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Mercer Advisors Capital Markets Update and Outlook: July 2019
Watch the webinar to gain insights on the state of the US economy and global financial markets.
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian,
Jul 31, 2019
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Takeaway from Dow’s Latest Plummet: Hold Steady
The blogosphere, financial media, and talking heads will make yesterday’s sell-off sound cataclysmic; indeed, it was the fourth largest point sell off for the Dow Jones Industrial Average in its 123 year history. That sounds dramatic; but in reality this isn’t how we should be thinking about market declines.
Donald Calcagni,
Aug 15, 2019
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What’s Going on with the Repo Market?
The repo market is a critical resource for large businesses and the global financial system. In fact, volatility in the repo market can impact Fed policy.
Donald Calcagni,
Sep 26, 2019
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Avoid The Perils Of Market (Mis) Timing
Markets have recently reach an all-time high, but what do you do when the market declines? Do you struggle with the impulse to sell all your stocks? While we are hardwired to dislike losses twice as much as we enjoy gains, this behavioral response also can cause us to miss out on the gains that follow. Read more here.
Larry Solomon,
Nov 1, 2019
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It’s a Bull Market, Do I Sell?
“Wait it out” or “cash it out” are often common thoughts during these market highs and lows. But while capturing gains may be top of mind, more important is rebalancing your portfolio.
Donald Calcagni,
Dec 2, 2019
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Mercer Advisors Capital Markets Update and Outlook: January 2020
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian, Drew Kanaly,
Jan 29, 2020
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What History Says About Elections and the Stock Market
During an election year, should you stay in the market or not? History suggests elections don’t have the impact you might think.
Donald Calcagni,
Feb 20, 2020
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The Coronavirus & Financial Markets: Advice for Investors
A spike in new coronavirus cases outside of China, especially in Italy and South Korea, has put investors on edge.
Donald Calcagni,
Feb 26, 2020
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Market Impacts from Coronavirus and Oil Price Wars
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian, Drew Kanaly,
Mar 10, 2020
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Inflation: The Fed, Unemployment, and Gold
The federal government is on the cusp of passing the largest fiscal stimulus package in U.S. history. What does this mean for inflation and gold?
Donald Calcagni,
Mar 27, 2020
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Are We on the Cusp of a Second Great Depression?
The Great Depression was the greatest economic calamity in American history. Is history about to repeat itself?
Donald Calcagni,
Apr 9, 2020
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What’s Happening in the Oil Market?
For the first time in history, the price of a barrel of oil has gone negative. What should investors make of this?
Donald Calcagni,
Apr 22, 2020
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Article
Can States File for Bankruptcy
For investors who own municipal bonds and are worried about state bankruptcies, find out why this is an unlikely option.
Donald Calcagni,
Apr 30, 2020
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Q1 Capital Markets Update: Bright Spots Amid COVID-19 Clouds
We put the current market volatility in perspective and answer clients’ questions about what’s next.
Mercer Advisors,
Apr 30, 2020
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First Quarter 2020 Update on the Markets
Doug Fabian, Donald Calcagni,
May 13, 2020
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What is Driving the Market?
Donald Calcagni,
Jun 25, 2020
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Mercer Advisors Capital Markets Update and Outlook: July 2020
Donald Calcagni, Doug Fabian, Laura Cuber, CFP®,
Jul 30, 2020
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Article
Exxon and the End of an Era
What Exxon’s delisting from the Dow Jones means for investors.
Donald Calcagni,
Aug 26, 2020
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2021 Market Outlook
2020 showed us that diversified portfolios can deliver risk reduction and healthy long-term returns. We see glimmers of hope for 2021, but let’s not lose sight of our learnings from 2020.
Donald Calcagni,
Dec 21, 2020
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Democrats Won the Senate. Now what?
Democrats are now in charge of both the Senate and the House. What can we expect from this blue ripple?
Donald Calcagni,
Jan 12, 2021
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A Year to Remember: Resilient Markets Overcome Pandemic Panic
The markets rebounded in 2020, reinforcing that a diversified strategy is a sound strategy. With continued low interest rates and a rising national debt, what’s next?
Donald Calcagni, Mari Adam,
Jan 13, 2021
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2020 Was A Good Year for ESG Strategies
2020 was a strong year for ESG-oriented strategies (Environmental, Social, and Governance), helping to solidify ESG as a legitimate approach to portfolio construction and management.
Donald Calcagni,
Feb 25, 2021
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The Best Strategy for Beating Inflation
What’s the best way to beat inflation? CIO Don Calcagni explores stocks, commodities, gold, and more.
Donald Calcagni,
Apr 30, 2021
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Biden’s Tax Increases Won’t Affect Just the Top 1%
The Biden administration’s proposed corporate tax and capital gains increases will impact millions of U.S, households over time.
Donald Calcagni,
May 25, 2021
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2021 Market Review & 2022 Outlook
Uncertainty around fiscal stimulus, valuations, interest rates, and inflation will present challenges in 2022.
Donald Calcagni,
Jan 28, 2022
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Navigating the Storm
Weekly Markets Update: May 2, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
May 5, 2022
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Article
Implications for Fed Policy and Investors
This is a three-part series about why we’re experiencing inflation now and how it can be mitigated.
Donald Calcagni,
Jul 5, 2022
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Article
It’s Not Just a U.S. Problem
This is a three-part series about why we’re experiencing inflation now and how it can be mitigated.
Donald Calcagni,
Jul 5, 2022
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Article
Good Riddance to Q2 2022
Q2 2022 Market Commentary
Donald Calcagni,
Jul 14, 2022
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Article
History Lessons from the Housing Market
This isn’t the 1970s housing market. Check out five ways homebuying has changed forever–and three tips for dealing with the real estate market today.
Bill Berg,
Jul 19, 2022
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Market Update – August 19, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
Aug 19, 2022
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Market Update – September 1, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
Sep 2, 2022
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Market Update – September 14, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
Sep 14, 2022
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Market Update – September 30, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
Sep 30, 2022
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Q3: A Tale of Two Quarters
Donald Calcagni,
Oct 10, 2022
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Market Update – November 3, 2022
Donald Calcagni,
Nov 3, 2022
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Article
Investing and Politics – Are They Connected?
Last week’s midterm election reminds us why investing and politics don’t go hand in hand.
Donald Calcagni,
Nov 17, 2022
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