Equity markets clawed back some of their recent declines last week. For the week, the S&P 500 Index was +4.6%, the Dow Jones Industrials +2.5%, and the NASDAQ +6.4%. The S&P 500 Index was led by the Technology, Consumer Discretionary, and Communication Services sectors, while the Consumer Staples, Real Estate, and Utility lagged. The …
Unlocking the Power of Trusts
At NovaPoint, we believe wealth planning is about more than just numbers. It’s about making sure the assets you’ve worked hard to build are protected, thoughtfully managed, and passed down according to your wishes. Trusts are a powerful part of that strategy. But with so many types available, it can be difficult to know …
Trade Dialogue
While there is currently a 90-day pause on the implementation of some tariffs, the impact and timing of trade negotiations with multiple countries presents a risk that is causing some investors to be tentative in buying equities. Last week, the S&P 500 Index was -1.5%, the Dow Jones Industrials -2.7%, and the NASDAQ -2.3%. …
Pause
A 90-day pause in the U.S. tariff implementation plan provided equities a large relief rally last week. For the week, the S&P 500 Index was +5.7%, the Dow Jones Industrials +5.0%, and the NASDAQ +7.4%. The S&P 500 Index was led by the Technology, Industrial, and Communication Services sectors, while the Energy, Real Estate …
Inherited Retirement Plans
Whether you’re a known beneficiary for someone else’s retirement plan assets, you already inherited a retirement plan, and/or you have a retirement plan that you plan to leave for your spouse or someone else, there are several factors to consider for optimal distributions. Factors include: Whether the decedent died before or after their required …
Behavioral Finance
Equity markets saw their worst week since the pandemic on fear over escalation of a global trade war. For the week, the S&P 500 Index was -9.1%, the Dow Jones Industrials -7.8%, and the NASDAQ -9.7%. All eleven sectors in the S&P 500 Index had a negative return. The least negative were the Consumer …
Tariff Overhang
Fear trumped greed to lead equity markets lower last week, mainly from concern over the economic impact of pending tariffs. For the week, the S&P 500 Index was -1.5%, the Dow Jones Industrials -1.0%, and the NASDAQ -2.4%. The S&P 500 Index was led by the Consumer Staples, Energy, and Real Estate sectors, while …
Joseph Sroka Speaking at Markets Group Private Wealth Southeast Forum – March 27th
On Thursday, March 27th, NovaPoint’s chief investment officer, Joseph Sroka, CFA, CMT will be speaking at Markets Group’s 10th Annual Private Wealth Southeast Forum in Atlanta. Joe will be a panelist on the forum’s panel, “Maximizing Returns: Strategies for Investing in Equity Markets,” with several other investment professionals. The Private Wealth Southeast Forum is …
Secure Your Child’s Future with Strategic College Planning
A college education is one of the greatest investments you can make for your child, but without proper planning, the costs can be overwhelming. At NovaPoint, we provide high-net-worth individuals and military families with expert financial guidance to ensure they maximize every opportunity to fund their child’s education. With rising tuition rates and inflation, …
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Policy Path
The S&P 500 Index finished the week higher to break its four-week losing streak. For the week, the S&P 500 Index was +0.5%, the Dow Jones Industrials +1.2%, and the NASDAQ +0.3%. The S&P 500 Index was led by the Energy, Financial, and Health Care sectors, while the Materials, Utility, and Consumer Staples sectors …