U.S. stock markets meandered through the summer months, with the S&P 500 Index managing a small gain of 1.7% for the 3rd Quarter. In July though, stocks rose on expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut, which was delivered on July 31. Volatility returned to the market in August as…
Sluggish GDP growth was just one of six important financial market events during the 2nd Quarter of 2017. Can you guess the other five? Check your answers in our 2nd Quarter Newsletter.
U.S. stock markets climbed to record levels in the first quarter of 2017, most notably with the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossing the psychological 20,000-point barrier in February. Read more about six of the most impactful events of the quarter HERE.