Coronavirus Impacts on the Stock Market
Monday was a tough day in the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index down more than 3% as the number of coronavirus cases reported outside of China jumped. Monday’s losses reversed all of this year’s gains so far for the S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones Industrial Averages. The Nasdaq Composite Index appeared […]
Wes Johnson on NPR: “To Fear or Not to Fear” New Stock Market Highs
The stock market’s recent all-time highs have some folks seeing a warning sign while others see a green light to invest in the markets. In this interview, Wes Johnson, CFP® discusses if new stock market highs should be feared or embraced. Click the link below to listen to the replay. [link_button link=”https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/post/fear-or-not-fear-new-stock-market-market-highs” size=”large” color=”#0D4F8B” align=”left”]LISTEN […]
ACT Advisors Welcomes Senior Credit Union Executive Consultant James Gowan
ACT Advisors, a firm specializing in financial planning and investment management for credit union executives, welcomes James Gowan as senior credit union executive consultant who will oversee the continued expansion of ACT Advisors into the credit union space. Gowan brings with him over 30 years’ experience in the CU industry. This experience, a large amount […]
Don’t be worried! Have a plan.
Is market uncertainty making you worried? Check out what Doug English, CFP® has to say about what you can do to ease your anxiety.
In Case of Emergency: Essential Documents to Take with You
Hurricanes, fires, storm surges and other emergencies may make it necessary for you to evacuate your home. First and foremost, the priority in an emergency should be the safety of you and your family. Tracking down important documents (like insurance policies) shouldn’t delay leaving quickly and safely. Ideally, you should have important documents already gathered […]
A Fed Rate Cut and the Economy
This summer has been interesting. Thus far, temperatures have been at a maximum for much of the country, while typical summer storms have been at a minimum. A parallel can be drawn for the financial markets: Major stock indexes are hovering near record levels, while other asset classes like bonds and gold have also participated […]
Doug English on NPR: Are Stocks Peaking Again?
2019 has been an exceptional year for the stock market, but what’s next? Doug English, CFP® discusses his thoughts on this past year and what might be next for the economy. Click the link below to listen to the replay. [link_button link=”https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/post/are-stocks-peaking-again” size=”large” color=”#0D4F8B” align=”left”]LISTEN TO THE REPLAY [/link_button] “We have been surprised and delighted […]
Longest Economic Expansion Ever
Happy Birthday, United States of America! As we celebrate our nation’s birthday, U.S. leadership on the world stage remains in focus. We received good news on the global trade front from the recent G20 Summit in Japan. President Trump and China’s President Xi agreed to a trade truce, clearing the way for the two nations […]
ACT Advisors Summer Newsletter 2019
Our summer newsletter is here! In this issue: Wes Johnson answers your questions on Creating a Solid Financial Plan Clients in the News: South Carolina Federal Credit Union Awards $50,000 in Scholarships Client Spotlight: Clemson Paw Partners to the Rescue Click here to download the newsletter.
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