Protect Your Assets Market Briefing

Are We Officially in a Recession?

With all the turmoil in the markets, have we officially entered a recession? A recession is defined as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. What factors could indicate that we are in fact in a recession? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Market Has Worst Six Months Since 1970

There are a few days left before we are mid year, two quarters behind us. The market has had the worst six months since 1970. Does this mean we are going into a recession? Stocks are starting to show the signs that growth for the overall economy is slowing. What else should you be looking out for? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

The Three Keys to the Bottom for Stocks

There are three events that need to happen before any potential bottom for stocks has been reached. The first key is China, as their lockdowns must ease before we see growth recover. What are the other two factors in determining the bottom of this pullback? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Inflation Continues to Impact the Market

The consumer price index report, which measures inflation, was ugly and the market did not like it. Indicators believe that the Fed will raise interest rates further which may create more volatility.  Will this create more turmoil in stocks? Find out the answers in this week's Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

European Markets Raising Rates

The European Community Bank surprised markets this past week when they talked about their rate decisions. It was clear they were going to raise rates, but the President of ECB said that a 50 basis point rate hike could be a possibility. What does this mean for US markets? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Stocks Drop after Inflation Report

Stocks dropped last week after the highly anticipated inflation report showed a faster than expected rise in prices. This caused consumer sentiment to hit a record low. What other factors caused the markets to drop? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

The 3 Most Important Parts of the Jobs Report

The most recent jobs report showed some too-hot numbers, including the number of jobs added and the unemployment rate. However, wage growth came in slightly under expectations, which means it didn’t crush the market.
 
Learn more about how the labor market drives the stock market this week.
 
Latest jobs report: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm

Updated Jobs Report & Its Impact on the Economy

The S&P 500 hit a one-month high last week, and stocks seem to be a bit more resilient. The jobs report was released on Friday, June 3rd, and is now driving a large part of the economy because the Fed will react to it. The Fed is also being fuzzier about future rate hikes in 2022, which may have a great impact on stocks. If wages and prices continue to increase because there’s not enough people to fill the available jobs, that can fan the fames of inflation.
 
Is now the time to right-size the volatility in your portfolio?
 
Latest jobs report: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm
 

Connecting With Your Future Self with Matt Hall

When it comes to financial decisions, connecting with your "future self" can have a large impact on your retirement. How do you prepare for difficult times as well as when things are going well? By planning and preparing, how can that help you take action in the future? Find out in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.

Becoming a Time Millionaire or Billionaire with Matt Hall

Most people think of wealth think about the amount of money they have. However, our guest, Matt Hall has an expanded definition of wealth.  If you are in your thirties, you have on average over a billion seconds left in their life, which translates into being a time billionaire. Find out how to value your time and health along with financial freedom to lead a balanced lifestyle in this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing.