Who:  Chad Seigler, CFP® with guest speaker Guy Decker of American Funds

What: 2022 State of the Markets Webinar 

When: Monday, 6/27 - 5 PM EST

How: Join Zoom Meeting

https://capitalgroup.zoom.us/j/82563491350?pwd=NjAyckJIVnAvaS84eVpFVThQcnR0UT09

Passcode: 462486

888-788-0099 US Toll-free

As we approach midyear, volatile markets persist for both stocks and bonds.  Economic data continues to show persistent inflation which is both hurting equity valuations and leading to more Fed tightening.  The Fed's actions to increase interest rates has been reflected in the bond market as bond prices have decreased in response. 

As long-term investors, we have to remind ourselves to invest through the noise of the short-term.  US stock valuations are now in line with their 25-year average and higher bond yields will be a positive for income producing portfolios moving forward and provide a better buffer in an economic downturn.  We will aim to provide some viewpoints on the short-term direction of the markets and economy while sharing more long-term perspectives on investments in the context of financial plans.