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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

percent at a monthly rate) in January , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $67.6 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.4 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 2.8

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JANUARY 26, 2024

percent at a monthly rate) in December , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $51.8 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.2 billion (0.3 billion (0.3 billion (0.7

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AUGUST 31, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in July, according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (table 3 and table 5). Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $7.3 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.2 billion (0.2 billion (less than 0.1

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MAY 31, 2024

percent at a monthly rate) in April , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI) —personal income less personal current taxes—increased $40.2 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.2 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 2.8

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JUNE 30, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in May , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $86.7 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.3 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 4.6

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AUGUST 31, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in July , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $7.3 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.2 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 4.2

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JUNE 28, 2024

percent at a monthly rate) in May , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $94.0 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.1 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 2.6

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in September , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $56.1 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.3 billion (0.3 billion (0.3 billion (0.7

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $34.2 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.1 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 2.7 billion (0.2 billion (0.2 billion (0.2 The PCE price index increased 0.1

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in October , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $63.4 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.2 The PCE price index, excluding food and energy, increased 3.5

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The Big Picture

APRIL 7, 2023

My end-of-week, market’s-closed-but-BLS-open Good Friday reads: • Here’s What Happens at the IRS After You File Your Taxes Refunds can come in five days—or a few months. American Prospect ) see also Six Ways Existing Economic Models Are Killing the Economy : The alleged science doesn’t match up to the real world.

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JULY 27, 2022

I have detailed over the past decade or so the lagging nature of wages in America — deflationary in economic terms — and how that had begun to change in the late 2010s pre-pandemic. Rather than acknowledge this, they are going to destroy demand by throwing 3-5 million people out of work.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Most economic downturns hit lower-income Americans hardest, but this time is different. Banning Wall Street’s biggest municipal bond underwriters has foisted a hidden tax on their residents totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. A flair for comfort food is understandably a requisite skill for any chef working in this environment. (

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DECEMBER 22, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in November , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $71.9 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index increased 0.1 billion (0.4 billion (0.4 billion (0.2

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

7 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Consumer Confidence. Source: I nvestors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar ; November 21, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. This information is not a substitute for individualized tax advice. New Home Sales. FOMC Minutes. Durable Goods.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 16, 2024

8 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Meeting Begins. Source: I nvestors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar ; December 10, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Food for Thought… Who are wise in love, love most, say least.” Retail Sales.

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Calculated Risk

JULY 28, 2023

percent at a monthly rate) in June , according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI), personal income less personal current taxes, increased $67.5 Excluding food and energy, the PCE price index also increased 0.2 billion (0.3 billion (0.3 billion (0.5

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Weekly Market Insights | October 28th, 2024 Stocks Mixed Ahead of Election Stocks were mixed last week as fresh economic data points and election-related uncertainty slowed market momentum. 8 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: International Trade in Goods. This information is not a substitute for individualized tax advice.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 23, 2024

8 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Consumer Confidence. Source: I nvestors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar ; December 16, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Food for Thought… Life shrinks or expands according to one’s courage.” Tuesday: Durable Goods.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Weekly Market Insights | November 4th, 2024 Stocks Retreat on Jobs and Election Concerns Stocks slid last week as mixed economic data and strong-but-not-spectacular Q3 corporate reports failed to inspire investors. This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Motor Vehicle Sales. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 1.36 Factory Orders.

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Zoe Financial

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Economic Updates: CPI Core data (excludes food & energy): rose by 0.3% Nothing in these materials is intended to serve as personalized tax and/or investment advice since the availability and effectiveness of any strategy is dependent upon your individual facts and circumstances. It accounts for 2.2%

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Weekly Market Insights | December 2nd, 2024 Solid Gains for Thanksgiving Week Stocks posted solid gains over a short and busy holiday week as investors parsed fresh economic data, comments on potential future trade policy, and a few Q3 reports from technology companies. One area of concern has been the economic impact of proposed tariffs.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Weekly Market Insights: September Stocks Open In Positive Territory Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Falling bond yields–spurred by weak economic data–helped lift stocks to weekly gains. A downward revision of Q2 economic growth and fresh signs of a cooling labor market reversed the recent rise in bond yield.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Confident consumers tend to spend money, which may take some pressure off the Fed as it looks to manage economic activity. This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Fed Official Austan Goolsbee speaks. Please discuss your specific tax issues with a qualified tax professional. Housing Market Index.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Core inflation, which excludes energy and food prices, came in a bit hotter, rising 0.3% jump in food prices. Excluding energy and food, the monthly increase was also unchanged. 6 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Housing Starts. Index of Leading Economic Indicators. month-over-month and 4.0% from a year ago.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 9, 2024

9 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Productivity and Costs. Source: I nvestors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar ; December 6, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Food for Thought… Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.” Wednesday: Consumer Price Index (CPI).

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

DECEMBER 30, 2024

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Pending Home Sales. Source: I nvestors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar ; December 27, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Food for Thought… The strongest of all warriors are these two- Time and Patience.” Thursday: Jobless Claims.

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Zoe Financial

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Economic Updates: October Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in at 2.6%. Core CPI (which excludes food and energy) was 3.3% , as expected. Zoe Financial is not an accounting firm- clients and prospective clients should consult with their tax professional regarding their specific tax situation. Up 23% YTD.

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Investing Caffeine

JULY 1, 2024

Ever since the Federal Reserve went on a crusade to increase interest rates and slow the progression of inflation at the beginning of 2022, investors have been cheering for a Goldilocks-type of economic “soft landing.” The not-too-hot, not-too-cold economic data have provided comfort to investors. The S&P 500 index surged +3.5%

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

JANUARY 16, 2024

A Tale Of Two Inflation Reports The biggest economic news last week was fresh inflation data. 6,7 Core CPI for December, which excludes volatile food and energy components, rose 3.9%, a slight decrease from November’s 4.0% 6,7,8 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Empire State Manufacturing Index. Housing Starts.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

JANUARY 29, 2024

​ Weekly Market Insights: Excitement Around Big Tech Continues Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Stocks continued their upward climb last week as excitement around big tech continued; positive economic reports stoked investors’ belief that the Federal Reserve has pulled off a soft landing. Core inflation was 3.2%

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 4, 2024

1 Economic news also helped boost markets. Consumers Remain Upbeat With all the excitement over AI, it’s easy to overlook some key economic indicators that also speak to the underlying strength of the economy—specifically, consumer data. 3,4 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Motor Vehicle Sales. Tuesday: Factory Orders.

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MARCH 25, 2024

4,5 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: New Home Sales. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; March 18, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized tax advice. Tuesday: Durable Goods Orders.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Stocks fell last week as soft economic data rattled investors focused on the Fed’s next move with interest rates. 1,2 Economic Data Unsettles Investors The four-day trading week got off to a rough start as weak manufacturing data reawakened recessionary fears. 6,7 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Wholesale Inventories.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 18, 2024

Additionally, core PPI (excluding food and energy) was hotter than expected. 5 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Housing Market Index. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; March 13, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Consult a qualified tax expert for help.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 11, 2024

6,7 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Consumer Price Index. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; March 2, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. State and local income tax refunds may be taxable and should be reported on your federal taxes. Treasury Statement.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Core CPI (excluding food and energy) also moderated, rising just 0.2% 6 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Existing Home Sales. Source: Econoday, November 17, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Did you know there are some tax considerations when starting a new hobby? in October and 4.0%

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