Hi Everyone,     I was disappointed by the FOMC decision to not raise rates at this time. The U.S. equity markets are acting like they are too. My advice is to dare to relax and breathe. Susan Things to Avoid #1) Don't panic. U.S. stocks, on average, are trading at historically fair multiples to adjusted earnings. #2) Define "correction". If the forward outlook is favorable and I believe it is for … [Read more...]

Hi Everyone,     This week is going to be interesting as we await the results of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting on the 16th and 17th. If they do move forward with the first rate increase in years, I'll consider it a birthday present. Susan The Week Ahead The meeting this week is one of eight regularly scheduled meetings during the year. Minutes should be released about three weeks after any … [Read more...]