A Mixed Session
Friday’s session ended mixed. The Dow and Nasdaq shed some points. The S&P 500 posted slight gains. Brands traded mixed amid varied economic data.
No Pepsi. Coke. An 'SNL' skit for investors.
“No Coke! Pepsi!” Ted Parrish, CFA, shares his feelings on the stock with Paukl R. LaMonica on CNNMoney. Read the article.
Paying Uncle Sam with Plastic
Bil Lako explains the “convenience” of paying your tax debt with plastic in today’s Marietta Daily Journal. Read the Article
Oil Services Stocks a Must Have?
Ted Parrish, CFA, was interviewed by Fox Business on March 15th. During the interview, he comments on the Energy sector and a defensive position in Consumer Discretionary. Watch the Interview
Brands Rally
Indices closed well into positive territory Thursday. Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and General Electric led the Dow’s ascent. Brands traded up on a variety of economic news.
Can I Provide Annuity Payments to My Heirs After I Die?
A stretch annuity can allow for the death benefit to be paid over several years, while the balance to continues to grow. Read more in this week’s Insurance Tip.
Keeping Track of Expiring and New Tax Provisions
A series of tax law changes began with 2011’s expiring provisions and include new laws starting in 2013. For a review, read this Tax Tip.
Session Ends Mixed
Indices ended mixed on Wednesday. The Dow and Nasdaq posted gains while the S&P 500 shed some points. Bank of America and American Express stood out among advancers on the Dow.
Election Year Tax Talk: Deciphering the Terminology
Taxes will be a hotly debated topic in the 2012 election. Here is a list of the topics candidates will likely discuss. Read more in this Tax Tip.
Stocks Rally
Stocks rallied today on Wall Street. The Dow closed at a high level not seen since 2007. Brands traded up on encouraging economic news.