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Running Out of Ticker Symbols: A Growing Issue in the World of ETFs The Ticker Symbol Dilemma There’s a problem brewing in the world of ETFs: We are running out of ticker symbols. Bloomberg recently reported that, with so many new funds hitting the marketplace in recent years, issuers are forced to produce catchy four-letter…

Major Indexes Surge as Trump Secures Second Term The Markets React to Trump’s Win It’s not every day that the markets react with such fervor to a political event, but here we are – former President Donald Trump has secured a second term in office, edging out Vice President Kamala Harris in a surprising turn…

The Dow Jones Soars in Anticipation of a Second Trump Presidency The Market Reacts The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 1,300 points in early trading Wednesday as investors registered enthusiasm for a second Donald Trump presidency. The Nasdaq and S&P 500 were both up more modestly, rising 2%. Bond markets fell as money…

Investors Optimistic About Divided Government and Strong Economic Data What’s Driving Investor Optimism? Investors are feeling positive about the current economic landscape, thanks to a combination of factors. First, the outcome of the recent election has resulted in a divided government, which many believe will limit the amount of debt and deficit increases. This sense…

Economic Overview: Challenges Facing the Federal Reserve Introduction Efforts by the U.S. Federal Reserve to begin lowering short term interest rates are being challenged by stubbornly low unemployment, lower yet persistent inflation, and steady domestic economic growth. Current Situation The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is scheduled to meet next week, and it is widely…

As investors brace for market volatility caused by the US presidential election, especially in the case that the final outcome is delayed, Mahoney Asset Management CEO Ken Mahoney joins Catalysts Hosts Seana Smith and Madison Mills to discuss how retail investors should be thinking about playing election volatility. Mahoney Tells Retail Investors, “Don’t Get Involved…

Investors Remain Cautious Amid Election Uncertainty The Current State of the Economy Investors are feeling cautious due to election uncertainty, but the overall health of the economy remains robust. Record-high market and housing wealth, low unemployment rates, and rising wages are all positive signs for the economy. Inflation has significantly decreased, and the Federal Reserve’s…

Premium Growth in the US Excess and Surplus Market Overview Premium dollars continue to flow into the US excess and surplus market, which posted year-over-year growth of 12.4% during the first six months of 2024. US-domiciled insurers reported $48.62 billion in excess and surplus direct premiums written in the 50 US states plus the District…