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By Asset Allocator Journal Staff US stocks experienced modest gains on Tuesday as investors awaited key inflation data, which will be pivotal in assessing the Federal Reserve’s next moves on monetary policy. This cautious trading environment, as noted by the Financial Times, reflects a market keen for indications of easing price pressures. The global economic […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff According to Advisor Perspectives, the S&P 500 surged to a record high, driven by big tech strength and optimism over U.S.-China trade talks, with investors anticipating reduced tariffs could boost corporate earnings. The index gained 1.2% as Nvidia and other chipmakers led the rally. Wealth managers may see opportunities in […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff U.S. consumer sentiment declined sharply in May, nearing historic lows as inflation expectations rose. According to Advisor Perspectives, the University of Michigan’s sentiment index dropped to 67.4, with long-term inflation expectations hitting 3.5%, the highest in over a decade. Consumers cite ongoing concerns about price pressures, even as the Fed […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff Retail sales in the U.S. rose 0.4% in April, outpacing expectations and signaling continued resilience in consumer spending despite lingering inflationary pressures. According to Advisor Perspectives, the gains were broad-based, with increases in discretionary categories such as electronics and furniture, underscoring a still-strong consumer sector that could influence future Fed […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff The Financial Times reveals that China’s April consumer inflation hit 0.9%, exceeding forecasts due to higher food and energy prices, while producer prices fell 2.5%, signaling factory deflation. This split could sway commodity markets like oil and grains, prompting advisors to adjust client exposures in Asian equities or resources to […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff US inflation for April unexpectedly declined, easing Federal Reserve concerns, as the core Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% month-over-month and 3.6% year-over-year, both figures slightly below forecasts. This development bolstered expectations for potential Fed rate cuts later this year and sparked positive market reactions, as reported by the Financial Times. […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff High-net-worth clients are integrating philanthropy into estate plans to blend tax efficiency with legacy goals. EP Wealth Advisors highlights that donor-advised funds provide immediate tax deductions while allowing flexible charitable grants over time. Charitable remainder trusts offer income to heirs before donating residuals to nonprofits, and direct bequests ensure targeted […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff Alphabet Inc. lost $115 billion in value, per Advisor Perspectives, as Apple’s AI-powered search plans for Safari threaten Google’s revenue stream. Eddy Cue’s testimony to the U.S. Department of Justice noted declining Safari searches due to AI alternatives, impacting Alphabet’s core business. Wealth managers should closely monitor tech portfolios, as […]

By Asset Allocator Journal Staff The Bank of England cut interest rates by a quarter point to 4.25%, citing global trade tensions and slowing economic growth, according to the Financial Times and Business Matters. The decision reflects concerns over tariff uncertainties and weakening UK demand, with inflation pressures easing but risks lingering from geopolitical and […]

Roundup by Asset Allocator Journal Staff A coalition of 20 state attorneys general, led by New York’s Letitia James, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging unconstitutional restructuring of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). According to MedTech Dive, the suit claims HHS’s reduction from 28 to 15 agencies and layoffs […]