Market Insight Monthly | May 2017
“Economic reports released in May 2017, which mostly reflect economic activity in April, signaled that economic growth has likely picked up in the second quarter of the year. ”
Source: WEEKLY COMMENTARY
“Economic reports released in May 2017, which mostly reflect economic activity in April, signaled that economic growth has likely picked up in the second quarter of the year. ”
Source: WEEKLY COMMENTARY
“Thus far in 2017, municipal bonds have performed well, similar to the positive returns experienced in the first half of 2016.”
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“Master limited partnerships (MLP) appear to be a natural way to invest in the changing energy landscape.”
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The Beige Book suggests continued modest economic growth.
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“The LPL Research Retirement Environment Index seeks to discover the complicated answer to the simple question: Which state is most desirable for pre-retirees?”
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“The FOMC’s May meeting minutes showed a continuing discussion on reducing the size of the Fed’s balance sheet.”
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“After a very strong first quarter earnings season, we expected to see management sentiment also improve.”
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“June brings several significant events that have the potential to be market movers.”
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“Despite Treasury yields still near record lows, opportunities in fixed income still exist for income-oriented clients.”
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“Over the last several months, inflation has increasingly taken center stage for Federal Reserve (Fed) watchers. ”
Source: WEEKLY COMMENTARY