Investment Outlook – First Quarter (Spring 2012)
Investment Commentary
Investment Outlook – First Quarter (Spring 2012)
Another Strong Quarter for Stocks Equities posted their strongest first quarter since 1998, with the S&P 500 Index gaining 12.6% for the quarter. The strong performance was not limited to domestic markets as the MSCI World ex US Index also started the year with an 11.3% gain. Concerns about Europe’s two year old sovereign debt
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Investment Outlook – Fourth Quarter (Winter 2011)
Investment Commentary
Investment Outlook – Fourth Quarter (Winter 2011)
A Look Back: Stocks Surge on Improving Economic Data U.S. equities staged a significant comeback during the fourth quarter with the S&P 500 Index gaining 11.8%. This performance followed a dismal third quarter that saw major indices around the world fall double digits due to worries about the global economy, the possibility of a double
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November 2011 in Review
Investment Commentary
November 2011 in Review
A Stronger U.S. Economy Strong retail sales, an improving employment report, falling gasoline prices, and rising auto sales all painted a picture of a stronger U.S. economy these past few weeks. GDP: Consumer Demand Expected To Remain High GDP for the third quarter was revised downward to 2.0% from 2.5%, based on a larger-than-estimated inventory
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