Episode XV: A New Rate
Michael Leist
This week in Insights, the Strategic team takes a break from all of that noise to recap the intergalactic monetary regime change, preview the inevitable sequels and have some fun.
In a galaxy not so far away...
Investors were taken on a roller-coaster ride this week with stocks finishing down slightly. Wednesday’s sharp rally on the heels of the big Fed announcement was offset by two days of selling that culminated in Friday’s 350+ point drop.
This week in Insights, the Strategic team takes a break from all of that noise to recap the intergalactic monetary regime change, preview the inevitable sequels and have some fun.
On a more serious note and with the volatility this week, investor angst is understandably on the rise. One of the reasons we write this update every week is to encourage questions from clients in between review meetings. Please contact us at anytime that we can be of service.
Enjoy, and may the Force be with you.
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