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By Bob Veres with Insider Information

by Dan Zalipski, CFA 

Something interesting happened in the markets in the last couple months as value stocks came to life posting returns that nearly double that of their growth counterparts.  Value and growth are two labels in an overly simplified yet effective way to categorize different types of stocks. 

by Scott Rosenquist, CFA​

October’s employment data came in better than expected showing that the US economy continues to plow ahead.  The previous two months were also revised higher and the labor force participation rate increased.  All of this points to a growing economy and keeps recession risk low for the time being.  What do the numbers mean for the economy going forward?

  by Jon W. Flaherty

Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night and started worrying about your finances?  Maybe you’re trying to figure out how to make ends meet, or perhaps you’re nearing an age where you’d like to retire but aren’t sure if you’re prepared to do so.  Or maybe you have kids a few years away from college and aren’t sure how to pay for it.  The list can seem endless and unsolvable at two in the morning.  The main cause of this worry stems from uncertainty.

by Dan Zalipski, CFA 

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the second time in 2019 this past September.  The Fed reiterated its desire to extend and sustain the current expansion while citing the U.S. economic outlook as favorable.

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This month I am sharing an article from Bob Veres that discusses the current market conditions.  I hope you enjoy.

Vantage Financial welcomes guest contributions.  Please know the information, opinions and forecasts expressed in the article below are presented from unassociated parties and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Vantage Financial Partners Limited. ​

by Bob Veres with Insider Information

Vantage Financial welcomes guest contributions. Please know the information, opinions, and forecasts expressed in the article below are presented from unassociated parties and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Vantage Financial Partners Limited. This article is shared as general information only and should not be considered advice.

By Bob Veres with Insider Information

Our 30th Anniversary celebrations have been many and we are just getting started!  The celebration began with our Open House in July which included impressive balloon towers and garland, bubbly champagne, delicious cake and wonderful people!  We then added music, sunshine and treats to the mix at our concerts in the park. 

by Dan Zalipski, CFA 

Our Market Minute this month notes the consumer remains in good shape and is currently being credited for keeping the economic expansion going, supported by low unemployment, low inflation, and rising wages.  Retail sales continue to do well, and there’s hope that a recent drop in mortgage rates spurs another round of home buying activity.  With consumer activity doing well, I wanted to take the opportunity to check in on the other side, the producers.  This is where the stories diverge.  Consumers have, for the most part, been able to dodge the effects of the trade war.  Producers have been less fortunate.