Abnormal Returns
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Books An excerpt from Tim Harford’s book, “The Undercover Economist Strikes Back.” (on.ft.com) A Q&A with Alison Fragle author of "Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve." (annieduke.substack.com) AI Why AI really could disrupt work. (danielmiessler.com) Just how transformational is AI in the big picture? (thezvi.substack.com) 11 predictions about AI including 'AI will create more disruption than profit.
A Wealth of Common Sense
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Our resident estate expert, Taylor Hollis, joined me on the show this week to discuss questions about CD rates, how trusts work, how to protect your finances from an illness in the family and paying off student loans with a 401k loan. Further Reading: How Individual Retirement Accounts Changed the Stock Market Forever 1Assets did fall and then stagnated coming out of the Great Financial Crisis but that was a period with.
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Abnormal Returns
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Apple How the new AirPod Pros 2 could upend the hearing aid industry. (cnbc.com) Why it's smart for Apple ($AAPL) to add a Camera Control button to the new iPhones. (macworld.com) The iPhone camera is going to be an onramp for 'visual AI.' (om.co) The iPhone 16s are not 'AI phones.' (spyglass.org) Companies Kevin Plank has a tough job in his second go-round as Under Armour ($UA) CEO.
Calculated Risk
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The Federal Reserve released the Q2 2024 Flow of Funds report today: Financial Accounts of the United States. The net worth of households and nonprofits rose to $163.8 trillion during the second quarter of 2024. The value of directly and indirectly held corporate equities increased $0.7 trillion and the value of real estate increased $1.8 trillion. Household debt increased 3.2 percent at an annual rate in the second quarter of 2024.
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Before advisors can run, they have to crawl first.
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
FINRA says multiple reps at the wirehouse recommended short-term buying and selling of securities meant to be held long term.
Advisor Perspectives
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
In the week ending September 7th, initial jobless claims were at a seasonally adjusted level of 230,000. This represents an increase of 2,000 from the previous week's figure and is worse than the 227,000 economists were expecting.
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
MarketCounsel founder Brian Hambruger explains why "hope is not a plan" and the pitfalls advisors and firms face in transition.
SEI
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Deepened Relationship Highlights Continued Stability, Supports Acquisitions, and Powers Growth
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.
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cetera-backed Wilde Wealth Management Group has brought on Drew Kliber, who managed $400 million in assets at UBS, as head of its W Family Office division.
Trade Brains
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The semiconductor industry has been playing a crucial role in driving technological advancements in India. As the demand for electronic devices surged, companies were continuously innovating to meet this need. This sector not only supports the growth of various industries but also aims to reduce India’s reliance on semiconductor imports. By promoting local manufacturing capabilities, the semiconductor industry is paving the way for economic growth and technological self-sufficiency in Indi
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The portfolio will include private equity, private credit and real assets and will be open to qualified investors.
Calculated Risk
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
From CoreLogic: CoreLogic: US Homeowners See Equity Gains Continue to Climb, but at a Slower Pace in Q2 CoreLogic®. today released the Homeowner Equity Report (HER) for the second quarter of 2024. The report shows that U.S. homeowners with mortgages (which account for roughly 62% of all properties) saw home equity increase by 8.0% year over year, representing a collective gain of $1.3 trillion and an average increase of $25,000 per borrower since the second quarter of 2023, bringing the total
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The deal with Charles D. Hyman & Company represents Hightower’s second transaction this year.
Calculated Risk
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The DOL reported : In the week ending September 7, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 230,000 , an increase of 2,000 from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 1,000 from 227,000 to 228,000. The 4-week moving average was 230,750, an increase of 500 from the previous week's revised average.
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The firm, co-founded by serial entrepreneur Judd Mackrill, seeks to fill RIA firms' need for business intelligence, data consolidation and integration.
MainStreet Financial Planning
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Interest rates are expected to drop soon, and this shift presents both opportunities and challenges for savers, investors, and anyone managing debt. As we face these changes, it’s crucial to be proactive in how you approach your financial strategy. From locking in high yields on savings accounts to refinancing loans and adjusting your investment portfolio, there are steps you can take today to maximize the benefits of lower rates.
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Although 20 states in the U.S. currently allow the use of DAPTs, not all jurisdictions are created equal.
Calculated Risk
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Note: Mortgage rates are from MortgageNewsDaily.com and are for top tier scenarios. Friday: • At 10:00 AM: University of Michigan's Consumer sentiment index (Preliminary for September).
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Additionally, the firm agreed that Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash and Ether would be the only crypto assets U.S. customers could trade on its platform.
Calculated Risk
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
What this means: On a weekly basis, Realtor.com reports the year-over-year change in active inventory and new listings. On a monthly basis, they report total inventory. For August, Realtor.com reported inventory was up 5.8% YoY, but still down 26.4% compared to the 2017 to 2019 same month levels. Now - on a weekly basis - inventory is up 33.4% YoY. Realtor.com has monthly and weekly data on the existing home market.
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
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Trade Brains
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Recent political turmoil in Bangladesh, marked by violent protests over job quotas, has sent shockwaves through the South Asian textile industry. This upheaval not only poses security risks in India’s neighborhood but also creates significant implications for Indian companies, particularly those in the textile sector. The resulting “Bangladesh+1” strategy adopted by global brands opens new avenues for Indian textile exporters, potentially reshaping the regional industry landsca
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The IBD has launched a new tech consulting service, as well as other business solutions related to investment management and talent.
Advisor Perspectives
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Institutional investors, which have traditionally made up private debt’s largest pool of money, are no longer a source of growth for the $1.7 trillion industry.
Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global
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Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The MarketCounsel founder explains why "hope is not a plan" and the common pitfalls that advisors and firms face in transition.
Advisor Perspectives
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Wholesale inflation increased more than expected last month. The producer price index for final demand increased 0.2% month-over-month (s.a.). On an annual basis, headline PPI decelerated from 2.1% in July to 1.7% in August.
Wealth Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Listen as Alexander Matos AVP, Business Consulting, Kestra Financial , asks how will your firm continue to evolve to meet the future needs of advisors.
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