Author: Kurt Leeney
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2024 Year in Review: Breaking, Bad Bonds
In 2024, the U.S. bond markets experienced a year of considerable fluctuation, shaped by economic indicators, policy shifts, and geopolitical events. Early in the... Read more.
2024 Year in Review: Bitcoin Bonanza
This year, Bitcoin experienced a remarkable year, recently hitting over $107,000, driven by a confluence of market dynamics, regulatory developments, and political... Read more.
2024 Year in Review: US Housing Hangover
In 2024, the U.S. residential housing market experienced a period of transition, characterized by a mix of stabilizing factors and ongoing challenges. The year began... Read more.
2024 Year in Review: Gold and Silver Shine On
Investors have generally viewed the precious metals (gold, silver, platinum, and others) with a big dose of ho-hum. After a precious metals bull market after the... Read more.
Market Update October 2024: Shine On
If you were only listening to the talking heads on CNBC, you probably would have missed one of the biggest stories of the year – gold’s relentless +30% move... Read more.
Homeowners: $4k In Annual Savings on Rate Drop
As the Federal Reserve embarks on its campaign to lower interest rates, U.S. homeowners are eagerly grasping for mortgage savings. With mortgage rates now nearing... Read more.
Consumer Confidence Falls Most In Three Years On Labor Views
US consumer confidence took an unexpected dive in September, marking the most significant decline in three years. According to The Conference Board’s latest data,... Read more.
Research Proves “You Can Never Have Too Much Money”
When it comes to the age-old debate of whether money can buy happiness, recent research suggests that the answer is a resounding “yes” – and more is... Read more.
60% Of Workers Will Delay Retirement For Lack Of Assets
Goldman Sachs Asset Management’s 2024 annual report on retirement trends paints a concerning picture: more than a third of working baby boomers and half of Gen... Read more.
When Pensions Reduce Social Security Benefits
Many teachers and other public sector employees may be surprised to learn that their retirement benefits could be significantly impacted by what are known as “noncovered... Read more.