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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Stocks Rally To Record Highs Stocks traded in a fairly tight range for the first half of the short week, yawning at the lack of economic data while awaiting earnings results from one key company that creates chips that power the artificial intelligence operations of many firms. 3,4 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: New Home Sales.

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MARCH 18, 2024

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. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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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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OCTOBER 30, 2023

Economic data released on Thursday showed remarkable economic strength, with above-consensus forecast growth in third-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and September’s durable goods orders, with only a minor uptick in initial jobless claims. 5 This Week: Key Economic Data Wednesday: FOMC Announcement. Jobless Claims.

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DECEMBER 14, 2021

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Housing Starts. Index of Leading Economic Indicators. Source: Econoday, December 15, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials.

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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 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. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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APRIL 29, 2024

4 On Thursday, markets slipped on two fresh pieces of economic data: a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) slowdown and higher consumer prices. Earnings Vs. Inflation Corporate earnings and economic reports battled it out last week. The big economic news was that Q1 GDP grew at a 1.6 But by midday, selling pressure slowed.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

5 This Week: Key Economic Data Thursday: Jobless Claims. Source: Econoday, November 3, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. Friday: Consumer Sentiment.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

3 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: ISM Services Index. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; February 2, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Thursday: Jobless Claims. Source: Econoday, December 22, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. IRS.gov, October 23, 2023 8.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

They further said that future rate decisions will be based on fresh economic data, offering no indication that a rate cut was forthcoming, as many analysts are increasingly anticipating for 2024. This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: New Home Sales. Source: Econoday, November 24, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

Mixed Economic Signals Amid recent signs of a labor market cooling (a hopeful sign for ending rate hikes), last Thursday’s initial jobless claims report showed only a slight increase of 204,000. 6 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index. PCE is the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge.)

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JANUARY 8, 2024

3,4 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: International Trade in Goods. Source: Investor’s Business Daily, Econoday economic calendar; January 5, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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APRIL 1, 2024

Weekly Market Insights: Stocks Narrowly Higher Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Stocks were narrowly higher for the week as investors digested mixed economic news about consumer confidence. Conflicting economic news on Monday and Tuesday contributed to the slide. Individuals cannot directly invest in unmanaged indexes.

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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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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Yields rose after traders speculated that strong economic data might persuade the Fed to raise rates. Economic Strength, Housing Weakness The economy continued to evidence surprising strength according to data released last week. 6,7 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). Durable Goods Orders.

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APRIL 22, 2024

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: PMI Composite. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; April 18, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Existing Home Sales. Source: Econoday, November 17, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. FOMC Minutes.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

5 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Consumer Price Index (CPI). Source: Econoday, December 8, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. FOMC Announcement.

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APRIL 15, 2024

5,6 This Week: Key Economic Data Monday: Retail Sales. Source: Investors Business Daily – Econoday economic calendar; April 11, 2024 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

6 This Week: Key Economic Data Thursday: Consumer Price Index (CPI). Consumer Sentiment Source: Econoday, August 4, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

7 This Week: Key Economic Data Wednesday: Producer Price Index (PPI). Source: Econoday, October 6, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. Jobless Claims.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

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JANUARY 2, 2024

Remember that past performance does not guarantee future results, and individuals cannot invest directly in an index. 6 This Week: Key Economic Data Wednesday: Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index. Source: Econoday, December 29, 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. Jobless Claims.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Sustainable Investing: Considerations for Trustees ajackson Thu, 09/12/2019 - 08:49 Sustainable investing. Impact investing. These terms all refer to the consideration of social and environmental factors in one’s investment decisions—a concept that is gaining serious traction in the investment universe.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Sustainable Investing: Considerations for Trustees. Sustainable investing. Impact investing. These terms all refer to the consideration of social and environmental factors in one’s investment decisions—a concept that is gaining serious traction in the investment universe. Thu, 09/12/2019 - 08:49. Mission alignment.

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APRIL 25, 2024

This certification is recognized globally and showcases a deep, systematic understanding of personal financial management, including investment planning, risk management, tax planning, and retirement planning. Compared to investment advisors, CFP® offer a more comprehensive service.

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JULY 10, 2023

5 This Week: Key Economic Data Wednesday: Consumer Price Index (CPI). Source: Econoday, July 7 , 2023 The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. Jobless Claims.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

Stocks overcame poor earnings results from some of America’s largest companies to post gains last week as investors cheered positive earnings surprises, easing inflation and a rebound in economic growth. Economic Growth Exceeds Expectations. This Week: Key Economic Data. The Nasdaq Composite index added 2.24% for the week.

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JUNE 19, 2023

Weekly Market Insights: Stocks Climb After Fed Pause Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Stocks climbed last week as reassuring inflation data boosted investor hopes that the rate-hike cycle was nearing an end amid fresh economic data pointing to continued economic resilience. Index of Leading Economic Indicators.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

Over 10,000 advisors became RIAs between 2015 and 2020 alone. Freedom, control, and economic advantages are the key reasons for the impressive growth of the independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) channel over the years. Ever wonder why?

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AUGUST 28, 2023

Stocks resumed their rally on weak economic data, which fueled hopes for future Fed dovishness. Powell Stands Firm Powell spoke on Friday at the Fed’s annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole, asserting that, despite considerable progress, inflation remained too high and additional rate hikes may be in the offing.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

Weekly Market Insights: Stocks Weather Summer Storm Of News And Indicators Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Stocks extended their August declines last week as higher yields and weak economic data out of China soured investor sentiment. 5 This Week: Key Economic Data Tuesday: Existing Home Sales. New Home Sales.

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AUGUST 1, 2022

Stocks on Thursday shrugged off news of a second-consecutive quarter of negative economic growth to build on Wednesday’s gains as fresh earnings continued to comfort, if not impress, investors. It was the second-consecutive quarter of negative economic growth, meeting the technical definition of a recession. Economy Contracts .

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JULY 3, 2023

Weekly Market Insights: Economy Continues Upward Trend Presented by Cornerstone Financial Advisory, LLC Stocks posted gains for the week to close out a stellar month, aided by positive economic data and reports that all major banks had passed the Federal Reserve’s annual stress test. Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index.

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