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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.
When (Will) I Come Around: Our Thoughts on U.S. Small & Mid Cap Equities
This week we are providing our assessment of the U.S. small and mid-cap equity market, a universe of nearly 2,500 listed companies that are generally classified as having market capitalizations from $50M to $30B and have traditionally represented about 20% of the total U.S. equity market cap.
Crossing the Frame
As U.S. large cap indices “crossed the frame” of prior highs to trade near or to new all-time-highs, it is helpful to take an assessment of the tailwinds and headwinds for equity returns from this point (instead of “casting quarters into wells that hold our dreams”).
Need You Now
Much like a weepy country song at a karaoke party, PMIs are souring the mood, calling into question the cyclical recovery in the U.S. and challenging the ever-higher growth narrative that is fueling markets. We think growth forecasts and markets should be singing “Need You Now”, pleading with PMIs to confirm the dominant resilient-growth narrative.
Pictures of You
We think that growth forecasts continue to be “so much more than everything” to risk asset performance, with stable and rising forecasts as the key underpinning of recent risk asset strength.
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
2021 Year-End Planning Checklist
As we head into the new year, now is the time to take stock and assess whether your wealth strategy utilizes the appropriate strategies to address the current tax law, soaring market returns, and any changes to your goals or family circumstances.
President Biden will Renominate Powell as Federal Reserve Chair
It was announced this morning that President Biden will renominate Jerome Powell as the Federal Reserve chair. He will also elevate Fed Governor, Lael Brainard, to vice chair of the Fed.
Build Back Better Act: What to Know and What to Consider for Your Retirement Plan
On November 2nd, 2021, Congress released the most recent tax provisions for the Build Back Better Act, including several proposed changes to retirement plans. Amongst the changes are those that directly target contributions to retirement accounts with large balances, limit future Roth Conversions and potentially eliminate the Backdoor Roth IRA strategy.
Build Back Better Act: What’s Out, What’s Still In, and What’s New
After months of negotiations between moderate and progressive Democrats, on November 2, 2021, Congress released the latest version of the Build Back Better Act for the $1.75 trillion social and climate spending bill.
An Insider’s Look at China: What’s Really Happening on the Mainland
With all the noise out of China, we turned to a panel of seasoned Chinese investors to hear their insights and share with us how they’re investing.
Estate Planning Amid Uncertainty: What the Build Back Better Act Could Mean for You
Hosted by John Straus, Jr., panelists Marissa Dungey and Jim Dougherty, Founding Partners of Dungey Dougherty PLLC, discuss the proposed changes included in the Build Back Better Act and the impact it may have on you, your family and estate
Fearless Women: Luxury Edition
Both fearless women in their own right, Lindsey Boyd, Founder of Rondel Jewelry, and Sarah Flint, Founder of Sarah Flint shoes join our host, Susan Kim, CFA®, to share their visions, successes and challenges, and how they are building incredible luxury brands.
How the Build Back Better Act Proposals May Impact Your Estate Plan
President Biden and Democrats in Congress have been working on a $3.5 trillion spending and tax package, and the details are starting to be revealed. On September 15th, the House Ways and Means Committee voted to approve tax provisions to be included in the Build Back Better Act.
Details of Build Back America Act Have Begun to Leak Out
House Democrats have circulated initial proposals around tax policy changes that they want to include within the Build Back America Act, the massive tax-and-spending budget reconciliation bill that party leaders hope to move through the chamber in the coming weeks. Many of the proposals within the bill are what was expected in one form or another, but there are a few new wrinkles.