On The Mark: Fear of Markets?

On The Mark: Fear of Markets?

Key Takeaways Fear of Missing Out and Fear of Losing it All can potentially limit long-term returns. Market highs tend to cluster and lead to new highs and shouldn’t be feared as the start of the next downfall. Market corrections are part of a healthy market and...
On The Mark: Risks of Excess Cash

On The Mark: Risks of Excess Cash

Key Takeaways Investors sought safety in cash following the 2022 bear market driving a record of $6 trillion in cash. Investors holding excess cash missed opportunities in the 2023 market and could miss potential opportunities for greater return in the future....
The “Artificial” Magic in the Stock Market Rally

The “Artificial” Magic in the Stock Market Rally

Key Takeaways o The stock market rally has been driven by a narrow group of stocks in 2023. o Narrow leadership can persist for a while and be painful for investors with diversified portfolios as trends in markets shift over time. o Investors should be mindful of what...
Demise of the US Dollar: Greatly Exaggerated or Destiny?

Demise of the US Dollar: Greatly Exaggerated or Destiny?

Key Takeaways o US dollar has gotten a lot of press recently. o Some “de-dollarization” is likely to occur over time. o The long-term impact is both positive and negative. Dollar fears After a decade of relative strength, the US dollar has declined sharply over the...