Market Commentary
Get the latest on the economy and the markets, including considerations for your portfolio.
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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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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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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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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Webinar
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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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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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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Webinar
Episode 41: 2018 Market Scorecard and Your Path to Success in 2019
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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Podcast
Episode 39: Talking Markets with Don Calcagni
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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Podcast
Episode 37: Your Post-Election Market Update
The 2018 mid-term elections and the impact on your investment portfolio.
Doug Fabian,
Nov 13, 2018
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Podcast
Episode 35: Volatility Ahead of the Election
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
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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Podcast
More Volatility Ahead
How did the markets perform Q1 2018?
Doug Fabian,
Mar 2, 2018
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Podcast
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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Podcast
Episode 31: Good Things Can Happen in Bad Markets
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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Podcast
Episode 28: How to Navigate 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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Podcast
Episode 13: Markets Update & Outlook for 2018
Hear about how low unemployment and strong economic growth were tailwinds in 2017.
Doug Fabian,
Apr 24, 2018
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Podcast
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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Article
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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Article
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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Webinar
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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