Market Recap – September Major Benchmark Returns in September 2024 & Year-To-Date Déjà vu? September got off to a rough start as concerns about a slowing economy triggered a sell-off in growth stocks. Then, the Fed’s bigger-than-expected 50-basis point rate cut powered the Dow Jones and S&P 500 into record territory. Investors should pay attention […]
Summa Global Quarterly Newsletter – July 2024
Click here to download the PDF version of the newsletter. In This Issue: Uneven Distribution The equity market notched another strong quarter, with the S&P 500 gaining 4.3% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq up almost twice as much at 8.4%. Beneath the surface, however, this quarter’s returns were concentrated in just a few sectors, as only […]
Summa Global Quarterly Newsletter – October 2023
Click here to download the PDF version of the newsletter. In This Issue: Macroeconomic Overview A recent Bloomberg survey revealed that about two-thirds of investors expect a recession before the 2024 Presidential election. The possibility of a recession looms large over investors. The market and economy are giving mixed signals, clouding analysts’ ability to predict […]
Summa Global Quarterly Newsletter – July 2023
Click here to download the PDF version of the newsletter. In This Issue: The Fed’s Balancing Act The Federal Reserve is grappling with conflicting economic signals as its next announcement approaches. Most experts anticipate that the Fed will raise rates on July 26, but the economic data tells a more complicated story. While certain indicators […]
Seven Ways to Protect Mom (and Dad)
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, now is a great time to review a few ways to help protect Mom (and Dad). See below for seven helpful tips and actions you can take today! NAME TRUSTED CONTACTS If necessary, Summa Global or your custodian (Schwab or Fidelity) may reach out to your trusted contacts […]
Summa Global Quarterly Newsletter – July 2022
Click here to download the PDF version of the newsletter. In This Issue: Inflation Mitigation (Part 1) In June 2022, inflation surged 9.1% year-over-year, the highest rate in more than 40 years.1 As spending power erodes, Americans are scrambling for ways to hedge against inflation. In the coming newsletters, we’ll suggest ways to protect and […]
