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A Positive Start to the Year for Stocks

A Positive Start to the Year for Stocks

Looking at stats from January through May, it’s good to see a positive start to the year for U.S. stocks. This market overview also looks at the growth heavy U.S. large cap stock index and charts the hidden risk in Growth vs. Value. Included is a current and historical look at how the Fed funds rate affects core bonds, short term bonds, and performance strategies with a potential Fed Reserve pause.

June 23, 2023
A Positive Start to the Year for Stocks
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