Elizabeth Mintzer
The Fed and Politics: What Investors Should Know

Recent tensions between the White House and Federal Reserve have brought the topic of Fed independence into focus. This is because there can be a natural friction between elected officials and the Fed, since they each have unique goals and incentives.

The Fed and Politics: What Investors Should Know
Elizabeth Mintzer
What the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Means for ...

After months of negotiations, a new tax and spending bill was approved by Congress and signed into law by President Trump on July 4. This new budget is far-reaching, including making many parts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, raising state and local tax exemptions, extending the estate tax limits, and much more. It attempts to offset some of these provisions with spending cuts in key areas such as Medicaid.

What the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Means for Investors
Elizabeth Mintzer
Quarterly Market Update for Q2 2025: Tariffs, ...

The second quarter of 2025 showcased both the resilience of financial markets and their sensitivity to policy uncertainty. From the White House's tariff announcements in April to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran in June, investors faced many challenges. Yet, the stock market went on to stage one of the fastest rebounds in history and finished the quarter at new all-time highs.

Quarterly Market Update for Q2 2025: Tariffs, Geopolitics, and All-Time Highs
Elizabeth Mintzer
What Tariffs and Trade Wars Mean for Long-Term ...

Investors have faced several market concerns early in the year around tech stocks, interest rates, and government policy. Among these factors, it’s no surprise that trade policy has emerged as particularly significant for markets. President Trump has launched various trade measures, including tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China, and the European Union. How should investors react to these news headlines?

What Tariffs and Trade Wars Mean for Long-Term Investors

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Your 2019 Financial To-Do List

Your 2019 Financial To-Do List

What financial, business, or life priorities do you need to address for 2019? Now is a good time to think about the investing, saving, or budgeting methods you could employ toward specific objectives, from building your retirement fund to lowering your taxes. You have plenty of options. Here are a few that might prove convenient.

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