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Top clicks this week on Abnormal Returns

Abnormal Returns

Top clicks this week Some of the best charts of 2023. (entrylevel.topdowncharts.com) 10 predictions for 2024 including 'The economy overheats.' (theirrelevantinvestor.com) Don't get caught sitting in cash in 2024. (allstarcharts.com) How major asset classes performed in December 2023. (capitalspectator.com) Good years tend to cluster for the stock market.

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Updating My Favorite Performance Chart For 2023

A Wealth of Common Sense

I’ve been writing at A Wealth of Common Sense for more than 10 years now. That means we’re going on a decade’s worth of asset allocation quilts on this blog. The moral of the story is I’m getting old. Here’s the latest update through the end of 2023 along with those 10 year trailing returns: Some observations: Bad to good and good to bad.

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[cdata[ Unleashing Financial Prosperity in 2024: How to Hit Your Financial Goals in the New Year ]]

oXYGen Financial

![CDATA[ As we welcome the dawn of 2024, it's the perfect moment to lay the foundation for a year of financial triumphs. Whether you're aiming to build your savings, invest strategically, or clear outstanding debts, this is your roadmap to kickstarting the new year on a financially savvy note. We will delve into actionable strategies that you can use that will empower your to turn your financial.

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Magnificent mind at any age

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

By Daniel Amen, M.D. When you change your brain, you change your life. Fortunately, your behavior can help your brain function even better. When your brain works right, you work right. When your brain is troubled, you have trouble in your life. This is the most important thing that you can learn: When you take care of your brain, you’re taking care of yourself and you’re taking care of those you love.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

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.

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Talk Your Book: Reliable Monthly Payouts to Age 100

The Irrelevant Investor

Today’s Talk Your Book is brought to you by LifeX: On today’s show, we spoke with Nate Conrad, Head of LifeX to discuss their new monthly retirement income funds launching in January. On today’s show, we discuss: What the LifeX income fund is and how it works The difference between this fund, and annuities Why this fund had not existed yet Getting under the hood of the LifeX income fund, and how it’s.

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U.S. Tops The Global LNG Market Amid A Renewable Energy Boom

Advisor Perspectives

The U.S. is adding new renewable energy capacity at a record clip, but that doesn’t mean it’s ready to quit fossil fuels just yet.

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Sunday Night Futures

Calculated Risk

Weekend: • Schedule for Week of January 7, 2024 Monday: • No major economic releases scheduled. From CNBC: Pre-Market Data and Bloomberg futures S&P 500 are up slightly and DOW futures are down 43 (fair value). Oil prices were up over the last week with WTI futures at $73.81 per barrel and Brent at $78.76 per barrel. A year ago, WTI was at $74, and Brent was at $76 - so WTI oil prices were mostly unchanged year-over-year.

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Fundamental Analysis Of Lupin – Industry Analysis and Financials

Trade Brains

Fundamental Analysis Of Lupin : Medicines are substances that can be used to prevent, treat, or cure disease. Pharmaceutical companies in India have come a long way in supplying medicines, and with more research, they are improving their products. In this article, we will look at the Fundamental Analysis of Lupin Limited, a company in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Peconic Hedge Fund Boosts Shorts After Scoring 31% Gain in 2023

Advisor Perspectives

Bill Harnisch, whose $1.5 billion hedge fund delivered a market-beating 31% gain last year, is betting the recent bout of euphoric stock buying will peter out.

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

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.

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Marianela Collado is Appointed as Vice Chair of the Professional Advisors Council at the Community Foundation of Broward

Tobias Financial

We are thrilled to announce and celebrate our CEO, Marianela Collado, CPA/PFS, CFP®, CDS® for her recent appointment as the Vice Chair of the Professional Advisors Council (PAC) at the Community Foundation of Broward. This appointment is a testament to her dedication, expertise, and commitment to philanthropy in our community. The Professional Advisors Council is a distinguished group of tax and estate attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors who recognize the integral role philanthropy p

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Bitcoin Edges Lower As Traders Await SEC Bitcoin ETF Move

Advisor Perspectives

Bitcoin stumbled on Friday as traders braced for an upcoming decision by the US Securities and Exchange Commission on whether to approve an exchange-traded fund tied directly to the world’s largest cryptocurrency.

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10 Sunday Reads

The Big Picture

Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • These politicians denied democracy on Jan. 6. Now, they want your vote. While the violent mob swarmed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, aiming to subvert democracy and keep President Donald Trump in power, another group was already working on the same project inside.

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Private Credit Outlook: Evolution and Opportunity

Advisor Perspectives

Private credit has in a little more than a decade evolved from a niche asset class to a key component of a diversified investment portfolio. We think it will be even more important in 2024 as banks’ reluctance to lend widens the opportunity set for investors.

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Banking on Loyalty: Holistic Financial Advice for Unparalleled Business Growth

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.

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Sunday links: holding quality businesses

Abnormal Returns

Markets Survey data is really only useful at extremes. (theirrelevantinvestor.com) Stock markets around the world are at or near their highs. (downtownjoshbrown.com) Strategy Good luck trying to pick the best performing asset class on a year-by-year basis. (awealthofcommonsense.com) It takes time to develop your investing principles. (microcapclub.com) Bitcoin ETFs How much in assets will spot Bitcoin ETFs gather?

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A Muddle-Through Year

Advisor Perspectives

It’s forecast season again, the time when people like me tell people like you what will happen this year. Sadly, we are often wrong.

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An AI Phone App? Microsoft’s Copilot Hits iOS, Android

Advisor Perspectives

With a new year brings a new chapter in the exciting growth of artificial intelligence. AI had a major breakout year in 2023 as OpenAI’s ChatGPT exploded into the public eye in the Spring.

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A Spot Bitcoin ETF is Coming Soon – Join VettaFi Event to Learn More

Advisor Perspectives

The ETF industry is buzzing as long-awaited spot bitcoin ETFs are likely to get the green light from the SEC in the coming days. We expect trading of multiple products to begin soon after.

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Transforming Lending: Understanding the Power of Digital Platforms

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.

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4 Trends to Watch for in 2024

Advisor Perspectives

In 2024, inflation, interest rates, and the presidential election will likely be on top of ETF investors’ minds. Here are four other lesser-known trends and insights — both positive and negative — to consider in 2024.

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