Goodbye Masks, Hello Volatility
The economy has recovered substantially from the lows of last year, but this week offered reminders that there are risks to market resiliency beyond the pandemic.
Oz, Omaha & The Way Forward
Re-opening the economy is important, but it does not mean a return to a past version of normal. Economic recovery will require systemic change.
When Tomorrow Looks Different Than Yesterday
Looking at the past, present, and future will help us piece together a picture of the economic path we are likely to experience in the coming months, years, and decades.
Building the Soil; Building Community
Whether we are baking our own bread, growing our own food, or dusting off old family recipes, our relationship with food is evolving. Community Supported Agriculture is getting more attention than ever as their network of customers and partners expands.
Reading the Oil Leaves
Oil prices took center stage with prices hitting an all-time low. What could a post-oil future look like? In Friday Reflections we consider whether there might be a silver lining in today’s topsy-turvy market.
The Mask is the Message
And just like that, face masks are the new etiquette. Wearing a mask keeps us safer, and also signals to strangers that we are willing to keep them safe, too.
Rediscovering Value
Investors need to have clear data in order to make decisions about value, but simply don’t have enough right now.
Grief, Hindsight, and Hope
Though much remains uncertain in our current health and financial crisis, we see that hope and grief co-exist as we encourage our clients to look to the horizon for calm.
One Step Forward
Are we out of the woods yet? While we remain thoroughly optimistic about the longer term, we continue to counsel patience and careful and incremental action in portfolios as the markets are likely to remain volatile.
Living the Dream?
Our daily routines and rituals are a reflection of how we are learning to cope. We consider how daily routines and respecting boundaries help us find a sense of normalcy in a world that is out of balance.
The Many-Minded Market
Q1 2020 Market Commentary
Our world is moving at breakneck speed as we ramp up the production of essential items, medical equipment, and vaccines to tackle the current health crisis. The financial markets fluctuate like a roller-coaster in time with the news cycle as they try to respond to each new development.
Giving in the Time of Coronavirus
During times of crisis, there is an innately universal desire to help others in ways both big and small. This week’s Monday Moments looks at options for giving back in your community and offers thoughts on how you too can make a difference.
A Trillion Here, a Trillion There
We reflect on being strengthened as a community as we reach out to support others. This week, we share our insight into what a $2.1 trillion stimulus package will do to support our economy and this collective moment in time.
The Speed of Change and the Pace of Response
Creating calm for our clients during difficult times is our main focus. The fast-changing circumstances in the global market in response to the current health crisis require a patient approach and a long-term perspective.
Market Volatility: The Known Unknowns
The unprecedented reaction to the current global health threat has thrown the community and the financial markets off balance. In this update, we look at how this affects our investment approach and long-term strategy.
Business Resilience
The coronavirus outbreak has caused everyone to reflect on how they navigate daily life, including business operations. Like many people, we are taking extra precautions with hygiene at our offices, and trying to learn new habits to greet friends and clients.
The Impact of the Coronavirus
Q1 2020 - Mid-quarter Commentary
The Coronavirus leads most news headlines with effects spreading across the globe. Partners Kate Campbell King, CFP® and Brian Kozel, CFP® sat down to discuss the current state of the financial markets and how a sudden and unexpected risk is reflected in our investment strategies.