Category: Research Publications

“Lowered technology view from positive to neutral/positive; upgraded Treasuries from negative/neutral to neutral on improved technicals.”

“Recent Treasury yield curve flattening and a decline in longer-term rate hike expectations may be warning signs.”

“We continue to expect a total of two or three rate hikes in 2017.”

“Overseas earnings were even better than expected during the first quarter (Q1) of 2017.”

“Economic reports released in May 2017, which mostly reflect economic activity in April, signaled that economic growth has likely picked up in the second quarter of the year.”

“Thus far in 2017, municipal bonds have performed well, similar to the positive returns experienced in the first half of 2016.”

“The Beige Book suggests continued modest economic growth.”

“Master limited partnerships (MLP) appear to be a natural way to invest in the changing energy landscape.”

“The LPL Research Retirement Environment Index seeks to discover the complicated answer to the simple question: Which state is most desirable for pre-retirees?”

“The FOMC’s May meeting minutes showed a continuing discussion on reducing the size of the Fed’s balance sheet.”