by Peak Dev | Apr 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
April 2018 In an era when media competition is intense, good news is rarely reported. Consequently, many Americans do not know that: With 120 countries experiencing economic growth in 2017, a strong, synchronized global economic recovery has begun The International...
by Peak Dev | Apr 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
April 2018 Before the recent 10% corrections, the S&P 500 experienced its longest period without a 5% decline. In the average year, the S&P 500 has three pull-backs of 5% or more, and one of 10% or more. The recent 10% correction, amidst continued economic...
by Peak Dev | Apr 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
April 2018 Inflation and interest rates should continue to increase as increased lending, repatriated funds, lower taxes, higher government spending and rising consumer spending add to economic growth. In general, this environment is good for the stock prices of...
by Peak Dev | Jan 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
January 2018 Monetary policy is determined by the central bank (e.g. the Fed) while fiscal policy, like taxes and spending, is determined by legislation (e.g. Congress and the President). “Fiscal Stimulus” is legislation that lowers tax rates and/or increases spending...
by Peak Dev | Jan 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
January 2018 Risks remain, including: DC turmoil, geopolitical events, increased global competition, digital disruption and rising interest rates. As these unfold, financial market volatility may return. Typically, there are three 5% corrections per year....
by Peak Dev | Jan 1, 2018 | News, Perspectives
January 2018 Increased global economic activity combined with historically low interest rates could lead to a surprising level of business growth and record earnings growth. Uncertainty over the contents of proposed tax legislation and if/when it might become law...
