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With the markets' movements in recent weeks driven almost entirely by news coming out of Europe it would seem that the European outlook must be central to the prospects for global economic and profit growth. However, evidence to the contrary was abundant mid-June as the stock, bond, and commodity markets posted a gain despite the ongoing growth and solvency risks among some European nations.
Recent economic and company reports reaffirm strong growth in Asia and solid growth here in the United States. This data helped to ease investor fears that a weak outlook for Europe spells the end of global economic and profit growth. Recent data included:
- the largest rise in China's exports in six years reported for May, bolstering confidence that global demand... MORE
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Financial Planning:
Preplanned Funeral
Planning for the end of your life can be a very emotional experience. As you begin to make plans, consider the following: Be sure to involve your loved ones. Discuss your wishes... MORE |
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Tax Planning:
Tax Rates
As financial advisors we are commonly asked, "What do increased tax rates mean to my financial plan?" Our answer is simple, "You will need to take more time in preparation for how... MORE |
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Insurance Insights:
Plotting a Course
When planning your financial future it is not at all uncommon to spend considerable amounts of time, money and effort plotting a course. Specifically this often manifests itself in... MORE |
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Investment Management Updates:
Financial Flexibility
Financial flexibility equals financial freedom. Businesses look at financial flexibility as an important measure of financial freedom. If a business is financially flexible it has the freedom... MORE
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Thoughts from Bruce Helmer:
Dream a Little Dream
Slow down. Before you even begin to gather all the information you'll need to create an investment strategy, sit down on the porch or patio or in front of the fireplace (with your... MORE |
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Sudoku Puzzle:
When you play sudoku you qualify to win a FREE $25 Gift Card for any participating Target. This month's puzzle... MORE |
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