We are halfway through 2020, and it’s safe to say this year hasn’t turned out like anyone expected. The global pandemic has thrown us into situations we’ve never experienced before, and derailed plans we thought were certain. But it has also taught us a lot about being prepared for anything, and how to adapt quickly […]
2020 Quarter 1 Review
The first quarter of 2020 started and ended in very different places. 2019 finished on a strong note, and we started the year with confidence in the year ahead. Of course, we know that the economy goes through cycles of growth and contraction, and we were overdue for a downturn. The U.S. was in the […]
How to Invest Your Way Through a Recession
The lightning-quick economic halt we’re experiencing due to the coronavirus pandemic means a recession is highly likely for the U.S. Recessions are periods of economic decline that include an increase in unemployment and a drop in the stock market, the housing market, and the GDP for two or more quarters. But this particular recession would […]
The Inverted Yield Curve: What You Should Know
You may have heard a lot of talk about the yield curve inverting at the end of March, and what that could mean. Historically, an inverted yield curve has often signaled an upcoming recession. I’ll talk about the most recent inversion later, but first, here are some definitions to keep in mind. What is a […]