The Morning View: January 12, 2022
Announced this morning, the Consumer Price Index increased 0.5% in December, more than expected, and increased 7.0% on annual basis, maintaining high levels from recent months. Monthly prices for Used Cars and Trucks, up 3.5%, and Airline Fares, up 2.7%, were strong...
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Why Donor-Advised Funds Might Be Your Best Option for Charitable Giving
This time of year, as we look for thoughtful ways to give to our loved ones, many of us also feel the desire for charitable giving that benefits our neighbors near and far. For those inclined to donate, a variety of options exist. But in recent years, a new type of...
A Charitable Trust With Many Benefits
Originally published in Kiplinger's Retirement Report Are you looking for an additional income stream in retirement? Do you want to leave behind something for charity and cut your tax bill now and when you pass away? If the answer is yes, a charitable remainder trust...
The Morning View: December 10, 2021
In this morning’s data, the Consumer Price Index increased 0.8% in November, slightly more than expected, and increased 6.8% on annual basis, the highest annual increase since 1982. Prices for Energy Commodities, including Motor Fuel, were strong while prices for...
Monthly Investment Commentary
December 2021 BY: FRANK HOSSE Director of Investments – Argent Trust Company | 615.385.2720 A Month At-A-Glance • Equity returns were negative in November after faltering late in the month. • Investors grappled with the uncertainty around the Omicron variant. • The...
A Primer on Cryptocurrency
By: Jason Simpson, AmeriTrust Portfolio Manager Drew Davis, Argent Trust Portfolio Manager Introduction Over the last 12 years, the cryptocurrency universe has dramatically evolved from its infancy in 2009 when software programmer “Satoshi Nakamoto” authored the first...
The Morning View: December 3, 2021
Announced this morning, the economy added only 210,000 jobs in November, less than half than what was expected. A look underneath the headline number shows the Transportation and Warehousing industry was strong, while Retail Trade and Government jobs were weak. The...
Mid-Month Market Perspectives
Unchartered Waters On the cusp of change Investors today are facing a wave of economic uncertainties. Over the past 18 months, central banks have provided the backstop for liquidity and investor confidence. That confidence, in turn, has propelled the markets to...
GivingTuesday Shows How Individual Donations Can Make a Difference
As we enter the holiday season, many of us feel especially grateful for our blessings and inspired to share our abundance through individual donations. So, the annual GivingTuesday day of global giving arrives at a fitting time, giving us a chance to put those good...
For Entrepreneurs, Confidence in Your Advisers Is Your Most Important Investment
When your business and estate are at stake, can you really count on the people who are helping you? Trust in your team starts with asking the right questions. Originally published on Kiplinger.com November 24, 2021 If your estate includes private equity investments,...