by Brian Jacobs | Jan 26, 2024 | Blog, Market Updates
In the world of finance, it’s often assumed that a thriving economy translates to robust stock market returns. However, when we scrutinize the Chinese stock market, a stark disparity emerges, challenging this conventional wisdom. Let’s delve into the heart...
by Brian Jacobs | Jan 23, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
In a previous post, we outlined how shorter-duration bonds may now present an intriguing opportunity, as they now offer a yield surpassing forecasted inflation, a welcome shift from a decade of near-zero rates. In this post, we’ll outline another reality: while rates...
by Brian Jacobs | Jan 16, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
Markets at Highs: A Pathway, Not Obstacle, to Strong Market Returns The recent resurgence of global stocks, with many (especially those within the United States) edging closer to new all-time highs, has sparked apprehension among some investors. However, contrary to...
by Brian Jacobs | Jan 9, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
Unleashing the Power of ETF Tax-Efficiency for Higher Compounded Returns Exploring how reinvested earnings, return, and tax deferral provide the rocket fuel for compounded dollar growth Compounding > Couponing Compounding, the process where reinvested earnings...
by Brian Jacobs | Dec 13, 2023 | Blog, Investment Concepts
* For the purposes of this post “cash” is meant to be synonymous with 3-month treasury bills* Investors face a dilemma. Should they embrace the incremental risk of bonds, when cash could potentially match or even exceed their returns? This post aims to provide...