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Weekly Market Insights – March 11, 2024

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

The economy added 275,000 jobs in February—exceeding the 198,000 expected—but wage growth slowed, and jobless claims edged up. Some investors saw that as a negative, while others viewed it as a “Goldilocks” moment—an economy that’s not too hot or cold. Retail Sales. 4,5 Source: YCharts.com, March 9, 2024. Treasury Statement.

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Weekly Market Insights – October 23, 2023

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

Economic Strength, Housing Weakness The economy continued to evidence surprising strength according to data released last week. Despite worries of a struggling consumer, consumers increased their spending as retail sales rose 0.7% This information is not intended to substitute for specific individualized tax advice.

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Weekly Market Insights – May 22, 2023

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1,2,3 Possible Debt Deal After stumbling on weak April retail sales and a combination of disappointing earnings and weak guidance from a major retailer, stocks moved higher mid-week as the news on the debt negotiations turned more positive. This information is not intended to substitute for specific individualized tax advice.

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Weekly Market Insight – August 1, 2022

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Undaunted by another Fed rate hike and news of a contracting economy, the stock market rallied last week on better-than-expected corporate earnings. It was an inauspicious start to the week after a big-box retailer missed earnings and reduced forward guidance on Tuesday, sparking a broad market retreat. Economy Contracts .

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Weekly Market Insights – January 17, 2023

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

Sustained declines in inflation, a rate hike cycle nearing an end, and a resilient economy that may avoid recession resulted in a broad-based rally. Retail Sales. Tax Benefits For Charitable Giving. Giving back to others feels good and is a great way to support your community and those in need, but it also has tax advantages.

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Weekly Market Insight – September 5, 2022

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

Employers added 315,000 jobs in August, maintaining the labor market’s remarkable resiliency amid a contracting economy. Sectors seeing the most significant increases in new jobs were professional and business services, healthcare, and retail. This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized tax advice.

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Weekly Economic Insight – February 27, 2023

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

1,2,3 Stocks Slide Stocks struggled last week, buffeted by growing fears of further Fed tightening and disappointing forecasts from two major retailers that called into question the consumer’s health. However, members diverged on the economy, with some members finding the risk of recession elevated.