Protect Your Assets Market Briefing

Market Rebound and The U.K. Crisis

Last week we finally had some rays of light as all major indexes finished the week up over 4.5 percent. Does this mean that we are no longer in a bear market? How is the United Kingdom crisis impacting global markets? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Will Earnings Slow Down Inflation?

Last week saw some stronger than expected earning reports, which the market liked. How does this impact the current economic climate? Find out what you need to know in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Current Volatility Worrying Investors

This past week Wall Street saw a significant amount of volatility. It seems like there is nowhere to hide which has a a lot of people worried. What kind of impact does volatility have during a bear market? How does the consumer price index factor into market volatility? Find out the answers you are looking for in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Is Credit Suisse going the way of Lehman Brothers?

Over the past several weeks Credit Suisse stock has collapsed about 58 percent, with over half of the losses occurring in the last 30 days. This has people concerned about its solvency as the bank was downgraded by both Fitch and Standard Poor's.  What factors are contributing to the overall concern surrounding Credit Suisse? Find out what you need to know in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Market Volatility Here to Stay

Last week showed that volatility is still impacting the markets as the S&P is off over 23 percent and the Dow off almost 20 percent for the year. What factors are contributing to inflation and volatility? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

How the Bank of England can impact the US Economy

This past Wednesday morning, the bank of England declared that they stood ready to buy in unlimited. This would be similar to the Fed saying that they're going to buy all the treasuries out there to make the market feel good. The current Prime Minister Truss spending plan is going to try to slow inflation and slow down raising rates. However does this fix the problem?  How did this impact the US Markets? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

5 Factors Contributing to the Current Economic Climate

This past week the market hit lows across the board for the year. Everyone is wondering how long this current economic downturn will last. Find out what five factors you should be paying attention to in this week's Protect Your Assets Market Briefing. 

How much will a Variable Annuity Pay?

Many people believe their variable annuity will pay you seven percent per year. Many brokers are referring to an addition of an income rider, which might grow at seven percent a year. However, between the insurance companies and brokerage fees, it rarely ever works out that way. Find out what you should be looking out for in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Are Variable Annuities Safe?

One of the biggest reasons people are talking about annuities right now is because the market has been so volatile. Many people have been told that variable annuities are safe, however is that always the case? Find out the risk behind variable annuities in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Money Chasing Goods

Inflation continues to impact the economy as there is simply too much money in the system chasing too few goods. There is almost 50 percent more money in circulation than there was two years ago. There are twice the amount of job openings than people looking for employment. As rates continue to rise, and supply and demand issues continue to exist, what should you do? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.