Latest Investments & Planning Insights
Weekly Edge
At the end of the trading week, the team at NewEdge Wealth publishes its commentary on the week that was, as well as some insights into what it means for clients looking ahead.
Second Quarter Outlook
This week we shared our outlook for the economy and markets in the second quarter of 2023. For much, much more detail, please download the slide deck for our complete analysis of the second quarter macro and market environment.
Wayne’s World Markets: “Party on, Powell!”
As Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hosted the post-Federal Open Market Committee meeting press conference this week, he probably should have ditched the suit and worn a black t-shirt and ripped jeans instead, because he seemed to send one Wayne Campbell-like message to markets: “party on!”.
Linger
Inflation is lingering around, meaning U.S. economic data continues to support our view that there is little urgency for the Fed to ease policy as swiftly and aggressively as bond markets have been pricing in.
Nothing Gold Can Stay?
The first and most important point in this analysis is: just because forward returns could be lower in the future does not mean investors should stay out of the equity market. Instead, a period of lower price returns demands greater care by investors in order to reach return goals.
Wealth Strategy
A successful wealth strategy process benefits from a team of advisors, collectively focused on the goals specific to your family. Below are some of the insights and strategies the team at NewEdge has published on what it means to have a wealth strategy, rather than a simple financial plan.
Articles, Webinars & Media Appearances
Peak Hour: Is the Inflation Peak Finally Here?
Measures of inflation breadth (how many items are seeing big jumps in prices) and stickiness (those items that tend to see slower price changes) remain elevated. This makes the Fed’s job difficult, as it points to a long journey to get back towards 2%.
U.S. Senate Approves Inflation Reduction Act
On August 7, 2022, the U.S. Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 (H.R. 5376) with a 51 to 50 tally, with Vice President Kamala Harris casting the tiebreaking vote.
2022 Mid-Year Fixed Income Update
Recession alarm bells have been ringing louder after the U.S. economy shrank for the second straight quarter. 2022 stands as the worst year on record for bonds leading some investors to pile into municipal debt because it is considered safe.
Cruel, Cruel Summer: The Implications of Red-Hot Inflation on the Economy, Policy, and Markets
Friday’s red-hot inflation print dashed what, in our opinion, were misplaced hopes for an inflation peak and a dovish pivot. The inflation data solidified that we are likely in for a cruel summer of trading in equities, with the potential for further downside for indices and the likelihood of continued elevated volatility.
Fearless Women: Women in Cannabis
The cannabis industry is changing rapidly and the conversation amongst investors is no longer taboo. With the legalized cannabis industry now projected to exceed $43b in revenue by 2025, the space is rapidly gaining attention.
Playbook for Market Volatility
Periods of market volatility always raise two questions: how much further down do we have to go and what actions should we take in response? Unfortunately, the former cannot be known with certainty and is outside of our control; however, the latter is within our control.
The Ideal Transaction
Joined by NewEdge Wealth’s Ghislain Gouraige and Robin Petty, the panelists discuss best practices for entrepreneurs looking to sell their business, real-life success stories and pitfalls, and what they can do to prepare for the deal process.
An Update on the Fixed Income Market
Municipal bonds, the mainstay fixed income security for retail and ultra high net worth investors, started 2022 as “expensive” when measured as a percentage of Treasuries. That changed in a seeming blink of an eye.
Fireside Chat: Market Update with Lee Cooperman
Listen in as Rob Sechan, CEO and Co-Founder of NewEdge Wealth, and Lee Cooperman, Chairman and CEO of Omega Family Office, Inc., and Investment Advisory Board Member of NewEdge Wealth, discuss their general market thoughts and what the possible catalysts could be for a significant market decline.