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Do the Recent GDP Numbers Mean We Are in a Recession?
August 1, 2022
The U.S. economy contracted by 0.9% in the second quarter, following a 1.6% decline in the first quarter. GDP has contracted for the past two consecutive quarters, which, according to… Read more
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Americans Are Saving Less and Relying More on Debt to Keep Pace with Inflation
July 27, 2022
With inflation surging at the fastest level in more than 40 years, American households are having a hard time keeping up with rapidly climbing prices. In a troubling sign for… Read more
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IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast Again Amid Surging Inflation
July 26, 2022
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its outlook for global economic growth for 2022 and 2023 once again, citing the impact that soaring inflation and the war in Ukraine… Read more
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Rents Hit Record High, But Remain Cheaper Than Buying in Most Cities
July 22, 2022
Rents continued to rise in June, setting another record high, but with climbing mortgage rates making homeownership more expensive, renting remains a better deal in most of the country. The… Read more
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Unemployment Claims Rise to Eight-Month High as Labor Market Cools
July 21, 2022
Initial claims for unemployment benefits climbed to the highest level since mid-November last week in another sign that the historically tight labor market may be beginning to slow. Claims totaled… Read more
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Mortgage Demand Falls to 22-Year Low as Home Prices Break Records
July 20, 2022
The U.S housing market continues to rapidly cool as climbing mortgage rates and historic price growth weigh on sales, and economists warn the slowdown may be another sign that the… Read more
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How Quickly Would a Recession Bring Down Inflation?
July 19, 2022
With inflation surging at the fastest pace in more than 40 years, the Federal Reserve has been aggressive in raising rates and tightening monetary policy. While the Fed hopes that… Read more
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Retail Sales Climb in June Amid Surging Inflation
July 15, 2022
American consumers spent more in stores and restaurants in June but got less as they contended with the highest inflation in more than four decades. U.S. retail sales rose 1.0%… Read more
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Another Hot Inflation Report Keeps Pressure on the Fed
July 14, 2022
Another big jump in consumer prices last month has investors weighing the possibility that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by a full percentage point later this month, something… Read more
Presentation
2022 Second Quarter Review
July 14, 2022
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q2 2022. Read more
Article
Why China’s Economy is Unlikely to Overtake the U.S.
July 12, 2022
For decades, the rise of China has been treated as something of a fait accompli. Economists, politicians and academics have wondered not if, but only when, China would surpass the… Read more
Article
I Bonds as an Emergency Savings Alternative
May 19, 2022
With inflation continuing to surge, it is more important than ever to protect the purchasing power of your money. We alerted you to the savings potential of inflation-adjusted I-bonds in… Read more
Article
The Benefits of Dollar-Cost Averaging
October 4, 2021
Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an investment strategy in which an investor makes regular purchases of an asset at a fixed interval (usually monthly) using the same dollar amount each time,… Read more
Article
Asset Location for Tax-Optimization
September 5, 2021
We’ve all heard it said that when it comes to real estate, the most important factors are location, location, and location. Location also matters when it comes to investing, and… Read more
Article
ESG Investing Overview
July 29, 2021
For many investors, it is important that the money they invest is aligned with their personal values and has a positive impact on the world. With the advent of environmental,… Read more
Article
Is a Backdoor Roth Conversion Right For You?
April 30, 2021
Roth IRAs are one of the most versatile retirement investment vehicles available. Because they were originally intended to aid young and low-income workers in saving for retirement, Roth IRAs have… Read more
Article
Municipal Bonds in 2021
February 5, 2021
The municipal bond market demonstrated its resiliency in 2020 and enters 2021 in a strong position. That said, there are many unknowns in the months ahead. Our latest white paper… Read more
Article
Bond Markets and the Economic Recovery
May 29, 2020
The first quarter was one of the most volatile periods on record. The coronavirus’s rapid spread across the world has roiled the global economy in ways that even the Great… Read more
Article
Navigating a Market Downturn
March 10, 2020
Fears about the spread of the coronavirus have roiled the markets in recent weeks. The S&P 500, after hitting a record high just weeks ago, has entered correction territory. A… Read more
Article
The Impact of the Coronavirus Outbreak on the Economy and Your Investments
January 29, 2020
The recent coronavirus outbreak has already enacted a human cost. At the time of writing, there have been nearly 4,700 confirmed cases, resulting in more than 100 deaths. Both numbers… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter – August 2022
August 30, 2022
Planning for retirement has become much more difficult in recent years. Aside from government workers and a few other industries, pension plans are largely a thing of the past. Social… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter – May 2022
May 31, 2022
Social Security is one of the primary sources of income for retirees, but determining how much you will receive can be a complicated process. Our latest financial planning newsletter includes… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter December 2021
December 31, 2021
2021 was a strong year for the stock markets, but with economic growth slowing and the Federal Reserve tightening monetary policy, uncertainty is on the rise as we head into… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter June 2021
June 25, 2021
The longest-ever bull market came to an end when the coronavirus pandemic began, and though the markets recovered quickly, the downturn highlights the importance of the issues covered in our… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter March 2021
March 30, 2021
Our latest Newsletter provides important considerations women should keep in mind when it comes to taking Social Security benefits. It also provides an overview of Health Savings Accounts, which can… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter December 2020
December 17, 2020
With the massive amount of stimulus spending, many economists fear we may see a spike in inflation. While we are of the mind that such a spike will likely be… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter September 2020
September 24, 2020
This has been a year unlike any other. Between the pandemic, hurricanes, and wildfires, millions across the globe have seen their livelihoods threatened and face tough times ahead. Those of… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter February 2020
February 27, 2020
It is no secret that most Americans are unprepared for retirement. Most retirees cannot maintain their standard of living on just their Social Security benefits alone. Americans know that they… Read more
Newsletter
Financial Planning Newsletter December 2019
December 16, 2019
Saving for your retirement was supposed to be the hard part. When the day comes, however, when you feel confident that you have enough of a nest egg accumulated and… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – January 2023
January 24, 2023
The past year was the first time in more than a century that cash outperformed both stocks and bonds. Stocks posted their worst year since 2008, when the economy was… Read more
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Investment Commentary – December 2022
November 26, 2022
2022 has proven to be a tumultuous year for investors. Rampant inflation and central banks’ efforts to combat it have weighed heavily on the bond and stock markets alike. The… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – June 2022
June 29, 2022
The U.S. economy and stock market have both struggled in the first half of 2022. The highest inflation in more than four decades, aggressive tightening of monetary policy by the… Read more
Commentary
Market Commentary – Q1 2022
April 7, 2022
After a strong 2021, the first quarter of 2022 has been difficult for the markets. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has roiled the global economy, but even prior to the invasion,… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – March 2022
March 31, 2022
Uncertainty is on the rise as investors grapple with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, surging inflation, and the Federal Reserve’s tightening cycle. For our insights into how these trends will impact… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – November 2021
November 30, 2021
After stumbling somewhat in the third quarter, the economic recovery appears to be stabilizing as the impact of the Covid-19 Delta variant passes. However, ongoing supply chain disruptions and labor… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – August 2021
August 28, 2021
The economic recovery reached some important milestones recently. The S&P 500 has doubled its level from its pandemic low. This marks the fastest bull market doubling since World War II,… Read more
Commentary
Market Commentary – Q2 2021
July 9, 2021
The global economic recovery continued its acceleration in the first half of 2020, though unevenly in some regions where lagging vaccination rates and the emergence of the “Delta variant” have… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – May 2021
May 27, 2021
As expected, economic activity boomed in the first few months of 2021. Widespread vaccinations, pent-up consumer demand, and a massive injection of government stimulus brought the economy roaring back to… Read more
Commentary
Investment Commentary – February 2021
February 26, 2021
Despite a severe economic downturn caused by the coronavirus and ensuing shutdown, the U.S. economy staged an impressive comeback in the second half of 2020. At the end of the… Read more
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2022 Year In Review
January 31, 2023
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Presentation
2022 Fourth Quarter Review
January 12, 2023
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q4 2022. Read more
Presentation
2022 Third Quarter Review
October 12, 2022
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q3 2022. Read more
Presentation
2022 Second Quarter Review
July 14, 2022
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q2 2022. Read more
Video
Learn More About Hanover Advisors
June 22, 2022
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Presentation
2022 First Quarter Review
April 5, 2022
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q1 2022. Read more
Presentation
2021 Fourth Quarter Review
January 10, 2022
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q4 2021. Read more
Presentation
2021 Third Quarter Review
October 7, 2021
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q3 2021. Read more
Presentation
2021 Second Quarter Review
July 7, 2021
PowerPoint slides feature quarterly and annual performance of the global equity and fixed income markets. Updated for Q2 2021. Read more
Blog
Pending Home Sales See First Increase Since May
January 27, 2023
Pending home sales increased in December for the first time in more than six months, a sign that falling mortgage rates are bringing buyers back into the housing market. The… Read more
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Q4 GDP Rose More than Expected, Despite Looming Recession Fears
January 26, 2023
The U.S. economy showed surprising resilience at the end of 2022, weathering rampant inflation, higher interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty, even as questions persist over whether growth will turn negative… Read more
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Retail Sales Declined in December, As Consumers Struggle with Inflation
January 19, 2023
Retail spending declined in December at the fastest pace of 2022, ending the holiday shopping season on a sour note, as higher interest rates, persistent inflation, and concerns about an… Read more
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World Bank Slashes Economic Outlook, Warns of Global Recession
January 17, 2023
The World Bank has substantially cut its global growth forecasts for 2023, citing broadly worsening economic conditions since its previous projections made in mid-2022. The group’s latest Global Economics Prospect… Read more
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Labor Demand Holds Strong Despite Higher Rates
January 4, 2023
Demand for workers held nearly steady at historically high levels in November, suggesting that the labor market remained strong heading into 2023, despite higher interest rates and concerns about an… Read more
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UK Recession Expected to be Nearly as Deep as Russia’s
January 3, 2023
The U.K. economy is expected to see a contraction in 2023 that will be nearly as deep as that of Russia, economists expect, as the nation grapples with surging inflation… Read more
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Consumer Inflation Eased in November
December 13, 2022
Consumer prices increased last month at the slowest pace in a year, the latest sign that runaway inflation may be starting to ease. The consumer price index (CPI), which measures… Read more
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Consumers Expect Inflation to Slow Considerably Next Year
December 12, 2022
U.S. consumers are feeling more optimistic about inflation amid expectations that both food and energy price increases will be slower in the coming year, according to a New York Federal… Read more
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One of the Biggest Sources of Inflation is Poised to Ease
December 6, 2022
One of the main drivers of inflation may be about to turn a corner. Surging housing costs, which have kept inflation high this year, have likely already started to decline,… Read more
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Consumer Spending Jumped in October Amid Softer Inflation
December 1, 2022
American consumers stepped up their spending in the run-up to the holiday season, taking advantage of higher wages and a slight easing of still-high inflation. Consumer spending jumped by a… Read more
