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Outperforming Expectations in a Volatile Market
The AI Spending Surge
Fed Uncertainty Adds to Market Shifts
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Outperforming Expectations first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
Insights on Tariffs and Market Movement
Looking internationally, we continue to track progress on trade agreements. Our research shows that countries securing tariff deals, highlighted in blue on our charts, are seeing stronger market outcomes than those still negotiating or holding out, highlighted in red. While last week’s events were challenging, it’s important to keep perspective. August is historically volatile with typically lower returns. However, fundamentals like credit conditions remain supportive. For example, initial jobless claims held steady at 218,000, indicating there’s no widespread employment breakdown. Moreover, recent U.S. tax reform and continued deregulation could support business activity moving forward.
Fed Signals and Consumer Spending
Turning to GDP, the headline 3% real growth for Q2 was strong. However, beneath the surface, the numbers tell a more nuanced story. Consumer spending, which accounts for about 70% of GDP, remained solid, which is a positive signal for economic momentum. In Q1, businesses rushed to import goods before new tariffs kicked in. This front-loading inflated trade activity early in the year. By Q2, the effects faded, and net exports emerged as a stronger contributor to growth simply because the importing slowed down, not because of increased trade efficiency. In short, the volatility in trade numbers over the past two quarters has masked the underlying trends. We expect Q3 GDP to offer a clearer baseline of what’s truly happening in the economy post-tariffs. All eyes will be on the Fed’s Jackson Hole meeting and the upcoming September decision. These will be pivotal moments as policymakers evaluate whether to shift course amid mixed signals across jobs, growth, and inflation data.
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Decisions and Deadlines first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
A provision in current tax law allows individuals to make qualified charitable distributions directly from their IRAs before reaching their required minimum distribution age. Watch this week’s Educational Insights episode as Mark Hume breaks down how this strategy remained unchanged through recent legislation and how it may offer tax advantages.
Watch to learn more.
Mark Hume, CFP®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Charitable Giving Strategy first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
Consumer Confidence and Household Resilience
Fed Policy and Economic Momentum
Tariff Updates and Liquidity Outlook
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post How Soon We Forget first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
As generational wealth shifts hands, new priorities and perspectives are rising to the forefront. Watch this week’s educational episode where Ashley Page breaks down how this transformation is influencing everything from charitable giving to long-term planning.
Watch to learn more.
Ashley Page, JD, MBA
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post How Women are Impacting Wealth Transfer first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
The Small Business Boost
Inflation, Interest Rates, and Market Signals
Perhaps even more important than inflation readings themselves is how the market interprets them. The 10-Year U.S. Treasury yield is widely considered the most influential interest rate in the world, serving as a benchmark for mortgage rates and corporate borrowing costs. On July 14th, the 10-Year Treasury yield peaked at 4.49%, before declining to 4.37%. Though this movement may seem minor, the 4.5% threshold has proven significant. Historically, when the 10-Year yield rises above 4.5%, equity markets tend to move sideways or decline. That’s because higher yields make fixed-income investments more attractive and raise borrowing costs for businesses, potentially hurting corporate earnings. Despite inflation remaining above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, the market’s reaction, particularly falling yields, suggests confidence that inflation is under control. As long as the 10-Year Treasury remains below that 4.5% barrier, the outlook for U.S. equities remains positive.
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Charts You Need to See first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
Retirement plans aren’t one-size-fits-all and choosing the right one can make a big difference for your future. Watch this week’s educational episode where Ty Miller breaks down the key options, including some that many investors overlook.
Watch to learn more.
Ty Miller
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Retirement Plan Options first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
Corporate Earnings: What to Watch and Why It Matters
Secondly, we really want to see how corporate America is using AI as that has started to improve. AI is a highly capital-intensive investment, and investors want to know how companies are beginning to use it. Tariffs also remain an important factor. Recent data from the U.S. Budget Department shows that in June, federal tax revenues increased by $101 billion compared to the same time last year. Interestingly, most of that increase came from individuals, higher payroll taxes and income taxes, not corporation taxes. In fact, corporate tax revenue was down 0.4% year over year. Roughly a third of the additional revenue came from tariffs. While the numbers don’t specify which companies are absorbing those costs, it’s clear that tariff-related expenses are impacting business bottom lines. The question is, are public companies, like those in the S&P 500, carrying that burden, or is it falling more heavily on smaller, private firms? A lot of data is going to be coming out of these earnings. We’ll not only learn how much companies earn but also how they’re adapting. The largest financial institutions will report first, and they reach nearly every part of corporate America. Where the money is flowing and where it’s being held back will offer vital insights as earnings season unfolds. We’ll get a lot of data right off the bat, but then we’re going to be following it throughout all of earnings season.
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Second Half and Earnings first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
Watch this week’s educational episode where Trey Booth unpacks a surprising perspective on America’s $50 trillion debt. You might be shocked at how small that number looks when you see what it’s up against.
Watch to learn more.
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post How Large is the US Debt? first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
This week on Investors’ Insights, we break down the newly passed legislation that’s making headlines, and the under-the-radar debt ceiling implications that could shake up liquidity and the markets. From hidden risks to potential market winners, now’s the time to understand what’s inside this thousand-page bill and what it could mean moving forward.
Watch the full episode to learn more.
Greg Powell, CIMA®
Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®
Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF®
Ty Miller, AIF®
Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing.
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.
Economic forecasts set forth in this presentation may not develop as predicted.
No strategy can ensure success or protect against a loss.
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor.
The post Not Just a Bill first appeared on Fi Plan Partners.
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