Tariffs, Turbulence, and Timeless Principles
Why Perspective Beats Prediction The first few months of 2025 have reminded us that the market is anything but predictable. From sudden sell-offs to historic rallies, U.S. markets have been whipsawed by aggressive trade policies, shifting Federal Reserve signals, and emotionally charged investor sentiment. We’ve seen volatility on par with the early days of COVID-19…
Read MoreHow Does Economics Apply to Me?
When most people hear the word “economics,” they might picture complicated charts, political debates, or Wall Street jargon. But you don’t have to be a stockbroker or economist to understand the economy. Economics, at its core, is simply the study of how people use limited resources to meet unlimited needs and desires. So what does…
Read MorePoint of View with Fritz Meyer | February 2025
Fritz Meyer is an independent economist, market commentator, and long-time friend of JMA. He returned to speak with us again at Education Day 2025, providing his keen insights on the current state of the market. Watch below as he untangles complexity and illuminates what we know, what we don’t know, about our economy today:
Read MoreFour Investing Pitfalls to Avoid
Investing is one of the most powerful financial tools available for growing wealth, but it’s not magic. You have to approach it carefully and with a plan if you want to get the most from your investments. As a young person or someone just starting out on your financial journey, here are a few of…
Read MoreUnderstanding Markets in Election Years
There’s no denying that politics and financial markets are inextricably linked. The market responds to the economy, and the economy responds to political policy. From legislation and tax reform to domestic and foreign policy, political decisions affect the economy, the consumer, corporate profits, and, ultimately, the price of stocks. With an election around the corner…
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