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Security. We all want it. It’s a natural human instinct to protect ourselves. But lately, it’s not so easy to feel secure when we’re waiting for the next big monetary crisis to creep up on us. What if we’re thinking about security all wrong?
Here’s a paradox:
1 - Some people have more money than they will ever need, but are totally insecure.
2 - Some people have almost nothing, but are totally secure.
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The conclusion this forces us to draw is that if security exists at all, it is a feeling… not a number.
The good news is that means we can have some control over it.
The bad news is that means it’s up to us to learn how.
One way to control those feelings is to prepare. And that’s exactly what you’ve done by having a financial plan.
We can’t always prepare for the unknown, but we can design your plan to fit the lifestyle you want AND strategize for when obstacles come your way. Remember that you have a team behind you. We’re here to support and encourage you if you’re ever feeling less than secure.
Happy Monday,
Your Eagle Wealth Team
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Eagle Wealth Goes to Denver!
Last week, some of our Eagle Wealth team headed to Denver for the Charles Schwab Impact conference. They had a jam-packed schedule between learning about the latest financial planning tools, listening to expert perspectives on the financial markets, and watching presentations about current investment trends. This kind of conference is helpful for us to stay at the forefront of the wealth management industry and find solutions to make your life easier.
When the team wasn’t attending seminars, they still found time to squeeze in some fun. They explored downtown Denver on foot and even toured the Mile-High Stadium to check out where the Broncos play!
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The Week on Wall Street
A cooling inflation number ignited a powerful rally on Thursday, sending stocks to strong gains for the week.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 4.15%, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 added 5.90%. The Nasdaq Composite index rose 8.10% for the week. The MSCI EAFE index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, picked up 5.72%.1,2,3
Stocks Surge
A lower-than-expected inflation report triggered the biggest one-day stock market gain in more than two years as the news raised investors’ hopes that the Fed might consider easing the pace of future rate hikes. The day’s gains were pronounced in the hard-hit technology sector, as the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 7.35%.4
Stocks initially rallied to start the week, but gave up some of the gains on Wednesday following a muddy and indecisive outcome to the midterms. Friday saw stocks build on their gains to close out an exceptional week.
Inflation Moderates
Consumer prices rose slower in October, increasing 0.4% for the month and 7.7% from 12 months ago. Both numbers were below market expectations of 0.6% and 7.9%. The core CPI (excludes energy and food sectors) rose a more modest 0.3% on a monthly basis and 6.3% from a year ago.5
The deceleration in prices was mainly attributable to price declines in used cars (-2.4%), apparel (-0.7%), and medical care services (-0.6%). Despite the progress, inflation remains well above the Fed’s 2% target rate. A look behind the numbers shows that October’s 7.7% CPI was fueled by the largest monthly jump in shelter costs since 1990 (+0.8%). Shelter costs account for one-third of the CPI. Energy was up 1.8%, while food costs rose 0.6% for the month.6
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THE WEEK AHEAD
KEY ECONOMIC DATA
Tuesday: Producer Price Index (PPI).
Wednesday: Retail Sales. Industrial Production.
Thursday: Housing Starts. Jobless Claims.
Friday: Existing Home Sales. Index of Leading Economic Indicators.
Source: Econoday, November 11, 2022
The Econoday economic calendar lists upcoming U.S. economic data releases (including key economic indicators), Federal Reserve policy meetings, and speaking engagements of Federal Reserve officials. The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The forecasts or forward-looking statements are based on assumptions and may not materialize. The forecasts also are subject to revision.
COMPANIES REPORTING EARNINGS
Monday: Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN).
Tuesday: Walmart, Inc. (WMT), The Home Depot, Inc. (HD).
Wednesday: Nvidia Corporation (NVDA), Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO), Target Corporation (TGT), Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW), The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX).
Thursday: Applied Materials, Inc.(AMAT), Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW), Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST).
Source: Zacks, November 11, 2022
Companies mentioned are for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of the securities. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk. The return and principal value of investments will fluctuate as market conditions change. When sold, investments may be worth more or less than their original cost. Companies may reschedule when they report earnings without notice.
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Disclosures and Footnotes
Any companies mentioned are for informational purposes only, and this should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of their securities. Any investment should be consistent with your objectives, time frame, and risk tolerance.
1. The Wall Street Journal, November 11, 2022
2. The Wall Street Journal, November 11, 2022
3. The Wall Street Journal, November 11, 2022
4. CNBC, November 10, 2022
5. CNBC, November 10, 2022
6. CNBC, November 10, 2022
7. IRS.gov, July 19, 2022
8. Sustainable Jungle, August 8, 2022
Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk. The return and principal value of investments will fluctuate as market conditions change. When sold, investments may be worth more or less than their original cost.
The forecasts or forward-looking statements are based on assumptions, may not materialize, and are subject to revision without notice.
The market indexes discussed are unmanaged, and generally, considered representative of their respective markets. Index performance is not indicative of the past performance of a particular investment. Indexes do not incur management fees, costs, and expenses. Individuals cannot directly invest in unmanaged indexes. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is an unmanaged index that is generally considered representative of large-capitalization companies on the U.S. stock market. Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of technology and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) and serves as a benchmark of the performance of major international equity markets, as represented by 21 major MSCI indexes from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The S&P 500 Composite Index is an unmanaged group of securities that are considered to be representative of the stock market in general.
U.S. Treasury Notes are guaranteed by the federal government as to the timely payment of principal and interest. However, if you sell a Treasury Note prior to maturity, it may be worth more or less than the original price paid. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors.
International investments carry additional risks, which include differences in financial reporting standards, currency exchange rates, political risks unique to a specific country, foreign taxes and regulations, and the potential for illiquid markets. These factors may result in greater share price volatility.
Please consult your financial professional for additional information.
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