Volatility

Half of Americans see market swings as opportunities to cash in

Although volatile markets mean opportunities for some investors, most clients will be better off ignoring market corrections if they are investing for the long term.

Retirement scan Lee Conrad August 10

Retirement scan Lee Conrad August 10
No link between ETFs and junk bond drama, study finds

High-yield credit volatility has actually declined since the products first came on the scene.

Junk bonds August 2

Junk bonds August 2
Credit Suisse closes 5 more ETNs

Retail interest in ETPs tied to volatility has dimmed since early February when the S&P 500 tumbled 8.5%.

ETNs July 24

ETNs July 24
Volatility-linked ETP bites the dust

The closure could signal that remaining retail players are short on patience for neutered products.

Volatility July 16

Volatility July 16
VIX ETF love affair endures as volatility falls

Inflows have persisted since the infamous “volpocalypse” in early February.

Volatility July 13

Volatility July 13
Index Trade war jitters cast dark cloud over client sentiment

Business conditions for wealth managers appear to be worsening for the first time since 2016, according to Financial Planning’s Retirement Advisor Confidence Index.

RACI Harry Terris July 13

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RACI Harry Terris July 13
Beware of phantom income and the tax it brings: Tax Strategy Scan

Clients must still account for gains not incurred through a sale or cash distribution.

Tax strategy scan Andrew Shilling July 10

Tax strategy scan Andrew Shilling July 10
Voices: Clients are still haunted by the VIX

Single-day drops are 20% bigger on average than gains, the widest gap in seven decades.

Volatility July 2

Volatility July 2
Voices Use market volatility as a teaching moment

Joseph M. Hubbell
Managing Director Veritas Private Wealth Management Group at Snowden Lane Partners

This environment allows advisors to demonstrate their value to clients.

30 Days: Evaluating fixed income opportunities when rates are rising June 29

30 Days: Evaluating fixed income opportunities when rates are rising June 29
Are clients in for a rude awakening when it comes to bonds?

Rising yields coupled with relatively high hidden fees could lead to underwhelming returns.

30 Days: Evaluating fixed income opportunities when rates are rising Donald Jay Korn June 28

30 Days: Evaluating fixed income opportunities when rates are rising Donald Jay Korn June 28

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