“Productivity isn’t everything, but, in the long run, it is almost everything” – Paul Krugman   Productivity measures how well an economy uses its resources. It is key to a wide range of social outcomes: job creation, economic growth and […]

The market has rewarded positive earnings surprises in Q1 less than average   The market has punished negative earnings surprises more than average during this earnings season. Companies in the S&P 500 that have reported positive earnings surprises for Q1 […]

  Last Week Manufacturing Data Dips Across all Major Regions – May’s Federal Reserve minutes showed that Chairman Jerome Powell’s colleagues also believe temporary factors are keeping inflation below the Fed’s 2% target. Australia and India Elections Boost Respective Markets, […]

  Please join us in welcoming Bill Nguyen, our summer intern! Bill is a Springfield native, currently attending the University of Missouri in Columbia where he is working on his degree in Finance.   Follow us on Facebook and welcome […]

Advance your organization’s mission and contribute to its success and financial viability   Charitable organizations’ public image and reputation are increasingly impacted by their leaders’ integrity and strength. Well-run nonprofits have directors who hold the organization’s mission in high regard, […]

Are you prepared for your financial future?   The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission lists 12 steps to consider when investing. It’s crucial to know what to look for, where to find it, and who to ask! Getting your personal […]

Memorial Day Savings on Cars and SUVs   Memorial Day weekend is one of the best times of the year to buy a new car, and the annual advertising blitz touting deals is already underway. Dramatic savings can be expected […]

Finding the right college savings vehicle can be daunting   There are many choices, and it can be difficult to discern the differences between each type of account. Learn about the most common college-savings vehicles, including the tax treatment for […]

Before making any investment, carefully read any materials you are given and verify the truth of every statement   The U.S. Securities and exchange Commission has recently observed investment scams where fraudsters tout digital asset or “cryptocurrency” advisory and trading […]