Abnormal Returns
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Podcasts Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway talk mortgages with Tom Graff, CIO of Facet. (podcasts.apple.com) Khe Hy talks with Erin Skinner about the challenges of mid-life. (youtube.com) Jonathan Clements Christine Benz talks with Jonathan Clements about the 'small pleasures.' (morningstar.com) Clark Howard has an honest conversation about death with Jonathan Clements.
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 23, 2024
While the financial advice industry has transformed in many ways over the past several decades, one aspect that has remained relatively constant is the use of the Assets Under Management (AUM) fee model as a common way for many advisors to get paid. Though in practice, while a 1% AUM fee is a common 'starting point' in the industry, the actual fee structure can vary based on the firm's approach; for example, some firms may reduce the fee for high-net-worth clients, or charge an additional fee fo
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Abnormal Returns
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Companies Google's ($GOOGL) big businesses are in a slow, decline. (wheresyoured.at) Starbucks' ($SBUX) new CEO is clearing the decks. (bloomberg.com) Walmart ($WMT) is expanding home delivery of pharmaceuticals. (fastcompany.com) Finance Howard Marks thinks nearly every investor should look at private debt. (on.ft.com) Banks are increasingly backing capital call loans.
The Big Picture
OCTOBER 23, 2024
 At The Money: BlackRock on Building a Bond Ladder (October 23, 2024) Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Karen Veraa is a Fixed Income Product Strategist within BlackRock’s Global Fixed Income Group focusing on iShares fixed-income ETFs. She supports iShares clients, generates content on fixed-income markets and ETFs, develops new fixed-income iShares ETF strategies, and partners with the iShares team on product delivery.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
From the MBA: Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey Mortgage applications decreased 6.7 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending October 18, 2024. The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, decreased 6.7 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis from one week earlier.
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Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Today, in the CalculatedRisk Real Estate Newsletter: NAR: Existing-Home Sales Decreased to 3.84 million SAAR in September, New Cycle Low Excerpt: Sales Year-over-Year and Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) The fourth graph shows existing home sales by month for 2023 and 2024. Sales declined 3.5% year-over-year compared to September 2023. This was the thirty-seventh consecutive month with sales down year-over-year.
Trade Brains
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Benchmark indices fell in early trade amid selling pressure on Monday. The BSE Sensex index lost 299 points to open at 79,921.13, down by 0.37 percent, in early trade. On the other hand, the Nifty 50 index opened at 24,378.15, down by 93.95 points or 0.38 percent. However, investment and brokerage firm Prabhudas Lilladher has advised buying a few PSU stocks for 1 year.
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
From the NAR: Existing-Home Sales Slid 1.0% in September Existing-home sales drew back in September, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Three out of four major U.S. regions registered sales declines while the West experienced a sales bounce. Year-over-year, sales fell in three regions but grew in the West. Total existing-home sales – completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops – receded 1.0% from August to a seasonally adjusted ann
Trade Brains
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The zinc market has witnessed a remarkable upturn, with prices climbing steadily to Rs 289.6 per kilogram. Moreover, this surge stems from China’s economic stimulus measures and growing supply concerns in global markets. Consequently, the International Lead and Zinc Study Group now predicts a substantial deficit of 164,000 tonnes in 2024. Furthermore, this dramatic shift from an expected surplus has intensified market pressure.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
From WardsAuto: October U.S. Light-Vehicle Sales Forecast to Start Q4 with Small Gain (pay content). Brief excerpt: The fourth quarter is forecast to total 4.13 million units, 6.0% above year-ago’s 3.89 million, which was tamped down because of labor-related strikes at three automakers that pared inventory emphasis added Click on graph for larger image.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Digital assets and social media fraud were frequently cited in the states’ investigations and enforcement actions in 2023, according to a new NASAA report.
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Note: This index is a leading indicator primarily for new Commercial Real Estate (CRE) investment. From the AIA: Architecture firm billings worsened in September The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score was 45.7 for the month , as the majority of firms continued to report declining billings. Despite recently announced rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, clients are still cautious about future projects.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The founding members include Mariner Wealth Advisors, Halbert Hargrove and Modera Wealth Management. Co-Chairs Gerry Goldberg and Grant Rawdin hope the initiative will help firms adopt best practices for servicing communities.
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Diamond Consultants
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Competition and an expanded landscape of options have resulted in additional deal structures for transitioning advisors. Advisors are a lucky lot: They have many ways to monetize their life’s work and take advantage of new opportunities for growth, both in the short and long term. The transition deal is one way that advisors can financially de-risk a move through what is traditionally known as a forgivable loan—a note that typically binds the advisor to the firm for a given length of time.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
John McQuown became revered on Wall Street for having led a team of academics to create the first equity portfolio tracking an index at Wells Fargo & Co.
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Note: Mortgage rates are from MortgageNewsDaily.com and are for top tier scenarios. Thursday: • At 8:30 AM ET, The initial weekly unemployment claims report will be released. The consensus is for 247 thousand initial claims, up from 241 thousand last week. • Also at 8:30 AM, Chicago Fed National Activity Index for September. This is a composite index of other data. • At 10:00 AM, New Home Sales for September from the Census Bureau.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Equities, in particular, have historically shown robust performance during these intervals of stable inflation.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
Calculated Risk
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Fed's Beige Book On balance, economic activity was little changed in nearly all Districts since early September , though two Districts reported modest growth. Most Districts reported declining manufacturing activity. Activity in the banking sector was generally steady to up slightly, and loan demand was mixed, with some Districts noting an improvement in the outlook due to the decline in interest rates.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The tech firm has quietly become a key cog in the alternative investment ecosystem.
Steve Sanduski
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Guest: Eric Brotman , CFP®, AEP®, CPWA®, is a Principal and the Chief Executive Officer of BFG Financial Advisors. Eric began his financial planning practice in Baltimore in 1994, and founded Brotman Financial Group in 2003, which later became BFG Financial Advisors. He and his team focus on supporting families and individuals by providing comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Open, honest and candid discussion about using data to cross sell, whether the DC system can handle a mobile workforce, a sea change happening now and more.
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A Wealth of Common Sense
OCTOBER 23, 2024
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Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
How a versatile planning tool can benefit clients and advisors alike.
Trade Brains
OCTOBER 23, 2024
These two micro-cap companies surged after announcing bonus share issuance alongside strong financial performance and strategic initiatives. Stock Movement of both companies Linc Limited and Sky Gold Limited demonstrated positive momentum. Linc opened at ₹671 and is currently trading at ₹665.50, after touching a high of ₹697.40, marking an 8% surge.
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global
In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!
Trade Brains
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Investing in stocks with high dividend yields can be an attractive strategy for income-seeking investors. Recently, a stock yielding an astonishing 480% has caught the attention of market watchers. Price Movement With a market capitalization of Rs. 12.7 crores, Taparia Tools Limited’s share price recently traded at Rs. 8.35 per share. Over the last six months, the company has given a return of 115.21 percent.
Financial Symmetry
OCTOBER 23, 2024
So far, the 2024 election has provided the suspense and drama we have come to expect in presidential election years. For investors, the same questions continue to plague us as we await the winner in November. Are there signals in … Continued The post Investing Through the 2024 Election appeared first on Financial Symmetry, Inc.
Trade Brains
OCTOBER 23, 2024
One of the micro-cap stocks engaged in manufacturing pharmaceutical ingredients and antacid molecules. The stock has skyrocket by 12.63 percent after reporting a revenue increase of 53.31% QOQ and 33.88% YOY, and net profit increased by 239.34% QOQ and 75.72% YOY. Share Price Movement After announcing its quarterly results, Par Drugs and Chemicals Limited’s share has skyrocket by 12.63 percent from the previous close of Rs. 266.56.
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