Abnormal Returns
APRIL 18, 2024
Strategy Passive investors don't change relative prices. (bloomberg.com) A good outcome doesn't necessarily mean it was a good decision. (novelinvestor.com) Don't change your asset allocation in response to a market pullback. (rogersplanning.blogspot.com) Crypto The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ($GBTC) continues to leak assets. (wsj.com) Bitcoin is whatever you want it to be.
Nerd's Eye View
APRIL 18, 2024
For over a decade, the financial advice industry has been bracing for an "any-minute-now" tsunami of advisor retirements and concomitant sales of financial planning practices. Although that wave has yet to materialize (as many advisors may find that they'd prefer to stay engaged and earn well past the 'traditional' retirement age), the fact remains that, at some point, many aging advisors will have the opportunity to capture the enterprise value that they've spent their careers building.
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Abnormal Returns
APRIL 18, 2024
Books An excerpt from James Lawrence Powell’s book “Mysteries of the Deep: How Seafloor Drilling Expeditions Revolutionized Our Understanding of Earth History.“ (thereader.mitpress.mit.edu) An excerpt from "Everest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World" by Will Cockrell. (insidehook.com) Lessons learned from "Wuhan: How the Covid-19 Outbreak in China Spiraled Out of Control," by Prof Dali Yang.
A Wealth of Common Sense
APRIL 18, 2024
A reader asks: I get all the stuff Ben has been saying about inflation — wages have kept pace, economic growth has been higher than the 2010s, wages have risen the most for lower income people, etc. I get all that. My husband and I own a house and own stocks so we’ve benefitted in recent years. Having said all of that, I STILL CAN’T GET OVER HOW HIGH PRICES ARE!!!
Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem
Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.
Calculated Risk
APRIL 18, 2024
Today, in the CalculatedRisk Real Estate Newsletter: NAR: Existing-Home Sales Decreased to 4.19 million SAAR in March 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 3.7% year-over-year compared to March 2023. This was the thirty-first consecutive month with sales down year-over-year.
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Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
Monaco Capital and Saling Simms have become the second and third firms to join Steward Partners’ new Legacy Division, established via acquisition late last year.
Random Roger's Retirement Planning
APRIL 18, 2024
First, an update on my test drive of the Defiance NASDAQ 100 Enhanced Option Income ETF (QQQY). I bought 100 shares on its first or second day of trading last fall for $2017 and I sold it today for $2114 which includes reinvesting the dividends. The price, without reinvesting dividends has fallen by about 24% but as I've been saying all along with these, if the entire dividend is taken out and spent, they are likely to go to zero (not quite literally).
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
In looking for “better ways” to foster growth and solve for other long-term goals, advisors need to weigh the value of pain vs. gain when it comes to a transition.
Calculated Risk
APRIL 18, 2024
The DOL reported : In the week ending April 13, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 212,000 , unchanged from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 1,000 from 211,000 to 212,000. The 4-week moving average was 214,500, unchanged from the previous week's revised average. The previous week's average was revised up by 250 from 214,250 to 214,500. emphasis added The following graph shows the 4-week moving average of weekly claims since
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As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
Jeff Casey, president and senior financial advisor at CG Financial Services, uses integrations of various programs to achieve efficiency for the $3.1 billion AUM firm.
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 18, 2024
Let’s explore the world of cash. One year after the collapse of SVB, fiduciaries need to understand the cash management platforms on the market, including the fine print that can make or break a client relationship. The right platform will help the advisor provide more holistic advice and grow their AUM organically. My guest will discuss what advisors need to know about cash sweep accounts and how advisors can evaluate different platforms.
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
Edelman Financial Engines is fighting Mariner’s motion to dismiss its lawsuit. In a new filing, Edelman argues that Mariner gets “free rides” off of its competitors.
Calculated Risk
APRIL 18, 2024
From STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending 13 April Helped by the total solar eclipse, U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through 13 April. 7-13 April 2024 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): • Occupancy: 65.8% (+2.8%) • Average daily rate (ADR): US$160.20 (+2.9%) • Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$105.48 (+5.8%) emphasis added The following graph shows the seasonal pattern for the hotel occupancy rate using the four-
Speaker: Joe Buhrmann, MBA, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® Senior Financial Planning Practice Management Consultant eMoney Advisor
During an era of evolving consumer preferences, the banking sector is undergoing a profound shift. As customers continue to broaden their perspectives, banking professionals must support their customers' financial wellness by providing holistic financial advice that aligns with individual goals and circumstances. Without adapting, financial institutions will find that loyalty may crumble amid uncertainty.
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
From Telemus Capital, Matt Dmytryszyn's resume spans 20 years as a research analyst for LaSalle Street, Russell Investments and Piper Jaffray,
Calculated Risk
APRIL 18, 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 March, Realtor.com reported inventory was up 23.5% YoY, but still down almost 38% compared to March 2017 to 2019 levels. Now - on a weekly basis - inventory is up 29.1% YoY. Realtor.com has monthly and weekly data on the existing home market.
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
The questions advisors should ask when considering private equity investments for their clients.
NAIFA Advisor Today
APRIL 18, 2024
NAIFA Trustee Barbara A. Pietrangelo , an accomplished Financial Planner and a loyal member of NAIFA since 1992, stands out as a beacon of expertise and commitment. Her career began in 1991 at the Prudential Insurance Company of America, where she has since ascended to become the Wealth Solutions Report Financial Planner of the Year as One of the Top Women Industry Leaders for 2024.
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Digital platforms can provide you with plenty of solutions, yet many are still intimidated by them. It's time to end that worry and embrace what could make a major difference for your bank. Understanding how they work and how to best utilize them for your banks is key toward success. In this article, Biz2X breaks down all things digital platforms, including the many advantages of embracing them.
Wealth Management
APRIL 18, 2024
It waives excise tax for failure to take RMDS for 2024 for certain accounts
NAIFA Advisor Today
APRIL 18, 2024
David McKnight is a renowned financial advisor and expert in zero-tax retirement planning, having assisted thousands of Americans in achieving the zero percent tax bracket. He has frequently appeared in numerous national publications, including Forbes , USA Today , the New York Times , Fox Business , CBS Radio, and Bloomberg Radio. With four #1 Amazon best-selling books to his credit, including The Power of Zero , Look Before You LIRP , The Volatility Shield , and Tax-Free Income for Life , Davi
Carson Wealth
APRIL 18, 2024
Carson Wealth’s Thom Hall CFP®️, ChFC®️, CExP, CEPA Managing Director, Partner & Wealth Advisor and Rick Krebs CPA, CEPA discuss business exit planning and how to make an intelligent exit. Rick Krebs and BSales Group are not an affiliate of Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC, or CWM, LLC. Opinions expressed by the presenter may not be representative of Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC, or CWM, LLC.
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 18, 2024
When does a strong dollar become too strong? “Right now” would be the cry of most emerging-market currencies, not to mention policymakers in Japan. Even the European Central Bank says it’s paying attention to the foreign exchange market.
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All accounting teams know what it is like to dread the inevitable month-end scaries. If there was a way to feel less burdened and maybe even a little enthusiastic to work on your month-end close and reconciliation process, would you do it? No, don't answer that, of course you would! Automate your month-end close process by up to 40% with SkyStem's ART and see how much more alive you feel!
Validea
APRIL 18, 2024
Trend following is a popular investment strategy that has gained significant attention in recent years, particularly in the realm of equity investing. This article will delve into the concept of trend following, its effectiveness, the metrics and lookback periods commonly employed, and the behavioral challenges it presents to investors. What is Trend Following?
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 18, 2024
Japan has had two big moments in the last month, with the Nikkei 225 equity index breaking above the highs set in 1989, and the Bank of Japan (BoJ) raising interest rates for the first time in 17 years.
Norman Marks
APRIL 18, 2024
My congratulations to David Dufek for his recent article for the IIA’s Internal Auditor magazine, Building a Better Auditor: Be Lazier. He makes several excellent points, but misses one: it can take hard work to be what he calls “the good kind of lazy”.
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 18, 2024
With energy stocks trading near all-time highs and oil climbing as well, hedge funds think they’ve found a trade to capitalize: Sell the shares and pour the profits into buying more crude.
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Creating a winning digital lending experience requires plenty of focus on the needs of customers and more. Biz2X Chief Product Officer Aaron Traub covers everything from how to create such an experience, areas to hone in on, pitfalls to avoid, and plenty more in this insightful article. Discover how to utilize new technology without alienating existing customers, what to emphasize when working on your platform, and how to utilize the data at your disposal while not becoming overly reliant on it.
SEI
APRIL 18, 2024
Part two: Jim Solloway, Chief market strategist and senior portfolio manager, and Vivian Estadt, Client service director, present our economic outlook in this two-part series.
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 18, 2024
For the last several years, world leaders have made big promises and laid out bold plans to mitigate the climate crisis and help the neediest countries adapt. At this year's World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings, they must demonstrate that they can fulfill these promises, rather than simply touting new ones.
Trade Brains
APRIL 18, 2024
Hanging Man Candlestick Pattern: Investors use technical analysis to predict stock price movements based on historical trends. The candlestick pattern is a popular method that examines the shape and color of individual candlesticks to identify past reactions and predict future stock price movements. This approach is essential for making informed investment decisions in the stock market.
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