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What Happened Last Week Equity Reprieve: U.S. large-cap gains paused last week despite a rally
Watch Now Broadcom hits a record high after proving nay-sayers wrong. How will the custom
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Chief Investment Scott Ladner joined BNN Bloomberg to discuss potential impacts of the U.S. election
OVERVIEW Stocks posted another quarter of positive returns — despite some significant volatility along the
Which sector has been leading the rally so far in 2024? One market sector has
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f7S0cz_D-4&t=95s We remain bullish on equities, anticipating that continued support from the Fed will drive
What Happened? The Federal Reserve (Fed) started their much-awaited easing cycle on Wednesday after holding
Are you ready? All eyes are on Jerome Powell on Wednesday as investors await the
What happened last week Stocks Rebound: U.S. large caps posted their best week of the
September holds its notorious history of challenging stocks. How could interest rate cuts affect the
What happened last week Price Action: Poor September seasonality may be to blame for a
Despite Nvida’s recent slump, the market kept moving. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Schwab
What happened last week NVDA: Nvidia’s (NVDA) beat and raise was not enough to impress
Fed Chair Powell tees up the long-awaited rate cut Fed Chair Powell said just about
What happened last week Powell Pivot: Chair Powell validated the market’s view that a rate
Homebuilders and housing stocks may be a smart first play for the anticipated September cut
The markets have shown remarkable resilience, rebounding from last Monday’s sell-off. But is it time
The recent market volatility should prompt investors to take a deep breath and evaluate their
A growing number of stocks are having their moment in the sun Everybody loves a
Will softness in housing inflation, jobs, and other metrics prompt the Fed to act soon?
Will the next round of AI earnings be impressive – or lackluster? Chief Investment Officer
Is the seventh month of the year a stock investor’s best friend? While scorching temperatures
Would a September rate cut be a political move? Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joined
With GDP and inflation slowing, keep in mind our strong starting place. Chief Investment Officer
What happened last week Price action: The S&P 500 rose higher and through key technical
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_2CoH-Ju1o&t=8234s%20 Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Bloomberg to discuss large vs small business confidence.
What happened last week Earnings: Strong earnings from AI-exposed mega-cap technology supported a modest rally
Keeping a close eye on Treasury market volatility Volatility in the Treasury bond market is
The economy and inflation are lining up as investors hoped they would. All eyes were
“Sticky” shelter costs could keep overall prices uncomfortably high. While inflation’s steady march downward of
OVERVIEW Following a third-quarter slump, stocks roared back to life during the final three months
Will December bring glad tidings to small-company stocks? Small-cap stocks have had quite the slog
Scott Ladner joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss the U.S. markets, and Powell’s recent comments on
The end of Fed rate hikes suggests good things for equities. The stock market’s surge
House hunters are facing a shocking number these days. Pity today’s homebuyers who are looking
OVERVIEW During the third quarter of 2023, investors hit “pause” on the rally that had
Bond market must get ‘under control’ before stocks rise again. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner
https://www.horizoninvestments.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Q3-Webcast-Super-TB-Small_1.mp4 Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner and Managing Director of Consulting Solutions Austin Fitch review
It’s been bleak days—and lots of them—for bond investors. As the fourth quarter begins, bonds
The greenback’s recent rally could have legs. The U.S. dollar is lighting up the charts,
Falling interest rate volatility in Treasuries could herald a stock market rally. There are few
https://youtu.be/mWhUrUv0Ffo?feature=shared Hear Zach cover what Horizon is taking from recent economic data, our expectations for
https://youtu.be/e26Kr8v2gvg Head of Portfolio Management Zach Hill, CFA® covered why the Fed matters less today,
CIO Scott Ladner joined Yahoo! Finance to discuss portfolio positioning and how to prepare for
Is the Fed’s battle to contain inflation finally done? The market seems to think so.
OVERVIEW During the second quarter of 2023, several key equity market indices built on their
https://youtu.be/etvuMLvXBAM Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner and Managing Director of Consulting Solutions Austin Fitch review
Is the fast-moving market moving too fast? Technology stocks generally hate higher interest rates. Tech
CIO Scott Ladner, and Managing Director Austin Fitch, CFA® discuss the debt ceiling debate, disinflation,
Overview The idea that the financial markets “climb a wall of worry” by showing resilience
Stocks stand to benefit if the Fed eases up on the brakes Continued concerns about
“The U.S. economy looks pretty strong, and we think that will feed into corporate profits.”
U.S. stocks have clearly perked up so far this year. But now, two key market
Overview Financial markets suffered sizable—in some cases, historic—losses in 2022. Soaring inflation combined with an
CIO Scott Ladner joins CNBC to discuss Treasuries, the Fed’s next moves, and the impact
It’s a game of “catch me if you can” between investors and the Fed these
Tomorrow, the Federal Reserve Board is set to announce its latest decision regarding interest rates.
It’s a safe assumption that when Bob Dylan sang “the first one now will later
Is More Volatility Coming Down the Pike? Investors looking for greater clarity about the road
Stocks fell hard Thursday, May 5, 2022 following the FOMC meeting announcement in which the
Watch this short video as Scott Ladner discusses the current market environment, the Fed, interest
Does 2021 strike you as a replay of 1999? The investment theme now, as it
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What Happened Last Week Equity Reprieve: U.S. large-cap gains paused last week despite a rally across the mega-cap growth complex led by AVGO. U.S. Inflation:
Watch Now Broadcom hits a record high after proving nay-sayers wrong. How will the custom chip creator finish out the year? Head of Research Mike
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Chief Investment Scott Ladner joined BNN Bloomberg to discuss potential impacts of the U.S. election on markets.
OVERVIEW Stocks posted another quarter of positive returns — despite some significant volatility along the way—with several equity market indices recording a string of record
Which sector has been leading the rally so far in 2024? One market sector has outperformed all others so far this year—and it’s probably not
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f7S0cz_D-4&t=95s We remain bullish on equities, anticipating that continued support from the Fed will drive markets higher as we close out the year. Head of
What Happened? The Federal Reserve (Fed) started their much-awaited easing cycle on Wednesday after holding their target rate in the 5.25-5.50% range since last July.
Are you ready? All eyes are on Jerome Powell on Wednesday as investors await the Federal Reserve Board’s near-certain decision to cut the federal funds
What happened last week Stocks Rebound: U.S. large caps posted their best week of the year, up about 4% and mostly reversing the worst week
September holds its notorious history of challenging stocks. How could interest rate cuts affect the market’s response? Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins BNN Bloomberg
What happened last week Price Action: Poor September seasonality may be to blame for a more than 4% decline in U.S. large caps. AI Woes:
Despite Nvida’s recent slump, the market kept moving. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Schwab Network to discuss a shift in focus to the broadening
What happened last week NVDA: Nvidia’s (NVDA) beat and raise was not enough to impress investors, resulting in a nearly double-digit sell-off. Strong Data: Second
Fed Chair Powell tees up the long-awaited rate cut Fed Chair Powell said just about everything investors wanted to hear during his Jackson Hole, Wyoming
What happened last week Powell Pivot: Chair Powell validated the market’s view that a rate cut is coming in September. Markets Rally: Investors took comfort
Homebuilders and housing stocks may be a smart first play for the anticipated September cut by the Fed. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Schwab
The markets have shown remarkable resilience, rebounding from last Monday’s sell-off. But is it time to feel confident? While the panic we witnessed last week
The recent market volatility should prompt investors to take a deep breath and evaluate their investment time horizon. Chief Investment Office Scott Ladner joined Yahoo
A growing number of stocks are having their moment in the sun Everybody loves a good comeback story: Seabiscuit. The Mighty Ducks. 493 stocks in
Will softness in housing inflation, jobs, and other metrics prompt the Fed to act soon? Those long-sought-after Fed rate cuts are looking more plausible, thanks
Will the next round of AI earnings be impressive – or lackluster? Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joined CNBC to forecast his expectations on where
Is the seventh month of the year a stock investor’s best friend? While scorching temperatures continue to sweep across much of the country, equity investors
Would a September rate cut be a political move? Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joined Schwab Network to discuss potential motivators for the timing of
With GDP and inflation slowing, keep in mind our strong starting place. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Fox Business Mornings With Maria to discuss
What happened last week Price action: The S&P 500 rose higher and through key technical levels, recovering the majority of April’s losses. Interest Rates: Ahead
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_2CoH-Ju1o&t=8234s%20 Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner joins Bloomberg to discuss large vs small business confidence. Watch Video
What happened last week Earnings: Strong earnings from AI-exposed mega-cap technology supported a modest rally in US equities. Jobs report: The labor market remains strong
Keeping a close eye on Treasury market volatility Volatility in the Treasury bond market is once again flirting with its recent lows. That could be
The economy and inflation are lining up as investors hoped they would. All eyes were on the Fed this week as it held its first
“Sticky” shelter costs could keep overall prices uncomfortably high. While inflation’s steady march downward of late has investors (and the Fed) cheering, it may be
OVERVIEW Following a third-quarter slump, stocks roared back to life during the final three months of 2023. The S&P 500 index of large-company stocks rallied
Will December bring glad tidings to small-company stocks? Small-cap stocks have had quite the slog this year. Punished by rising interest rates and lingering fears
Scott Ladner joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss the U.S. markets, and Powell’s recent comments on raising rates. Watch Video
The end of Fed rate hikes suggests good things for equities. The stock market’s surge last week—U.S. and global equities soared nearly 6%—may be the
House hunters are facing a shocking number these days. Pity today’s homebuyers who are looking at an average monthly mortgage payment just shy of $2,900.
OVERVIEW During the third quarter of 2023, investors hit “pause” on the rally that had lifted stocks higher for much of the year. The major
Bond market must get ‘under control’ before stocks rise again. Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner predicts ‘problems’ with small and mid-capital businesses amid high Fed
https://www.horizoninvestments.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Q3-Webcast-Super-TB-Small_1.mp4 Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner and Managing Director of Consulting Solutions Austin Fitch review the third quarter of 2023 and provide a market outlook.
It’s been bleak days—and lots of them—for bond investors. As the fourth quarter begins, bonds are on track for a third consecutive calendar year of
The greenback’s recent rally could have legs. The U.S. dollar is lighting up the charts, rallying for the past ten weeks (see the chart). That’s
Falling interest rate volatility in Treasuries could herald a stock market rally. There are few things that make investors happier than having clarity about where
https://youtu.be/mWhUrUv0Ffo?feature=shared Hear Zach cover what Horizon is taking from recent economic data, our expectations for Fed and monetary policy, and our positioning across equities and
https://youtu.be/e26Kr8v2gvg Head of Portfolio Management Zach Hill, CFA® covered why the Fed matters less today, takeaways from earnings season, and under-the-radar macro themes we are
CIO Scott Ladner joined Yahoo! Finance to discuss portfolio positioning and how to prepare for the Fed.
Is the Fed’s battle to contain inflation finally done? The market seems to think so. Recent comments from multiple Wall Street firms and economists suggest
OVERVIEW During the second quarter of 2023, several key equity market indices built on their gains from the prior three months (see Exhibit 1). For
https://youtu.be/etvuMLvXBAM Chief Investment Officer Scott Ladner and Managing Director of Consulting Solutions Austin Fitch review the second quarter of 2023 and provide a market outlook.
Is the fast-moving market moving too fast? Technology stocks generally hate higher interest rates. Tech companies often need ongoing access to lots of capital to
CIO Scott Ladner, and Managing Director Austin Fitch, CFA® discuss the debt ceiling debate, disinflation, equity allocations, and the current market environment. https://youtu.be/Sjn6C0NsP9g
Overview The idea that the financial markets “climb a wall of worry” by showing resilience in the face of significant challenges was fully displayed during
Stocks stand to benefit if the Fed eases up on the brakes Continued concerns about the health of the U.S. banking system and economy have
“The U.S. economy looks pretty strong, and we think that will feed into corporate profits.” – Zach Hill, Head of Portfolio Management
U.S. stocks have clearly perked up so far this year. But now, two key market metrics show a heightened level of risk in domestic equities
Overview Financial markets suffered sizable—in some cases, historic—losses in 2022. Soaring inflation combined with an aggressive monetary policy response by the Federal Reserve Board created
CIO Scott Ladner joins CNBC to discuss Treasuries, the Fed’s next moves, and the impact of inflation on the markets.
It’s a game of “catch me if you can” between investors and the Fed these days. For the most part, the Fed’s recent series of
Tomorrow, the Federal Reserve Board is set to announce its latest decision regarding interest rates. Will it be yet another 75-basis point increase, as many
It’s a safe assumption that when Bob Dylan sang “the first one now will later be last,” he didn’t have financial markets in mind. And
Is More Volatility Coming Down the Pike? Investors looking for greater clarity about the road ahead for equities—and a break from market volatility—probably shouldn’t hold
Stocks fell hard Thursday, May 5, 2022 following the FOMC meeting announcement in which the Federal Reserve raised rates by 50 basis points as the
Watch this short video as Scott Ladner discusses the current market environment, the Fed, interest rates and more on TD Ameritrade Network.
Does 2021 strike you as a replay of 1999? The investment theme now, as it was then, is to buy the companies on the leading