Why Own Fixed Income Securities

Fixed Income Securities

https://youtu.be/6_-yyPibvj8 People own fixed income securities for two main reasons – providing an income stream and less volatility in their investment portfolio. We currently like fixed income securities, but not in one area. Watch our video to find out why to own fixed income securities and the one area you should avoid at this time.

Are MLPs Still Attractive after a Great Run?

MLPs

https://youtu.be/L_3bi3HX1uU Since our market update on December 17, 2020 (https://www.thorwealthmanagement.com/…, MLPs have outperformed the S&P 500 and the NASDAQ 100. In this market update we explain why they are still attractive.

THOR’s Market Indicators (THORdex)

Investment Market Indicators

https://youtu.be/x5o6igSZ5gg In this update, Jim Gore will review the THORdex and other market indicators that THOR Wealth Management uses as part of their disciplined investment process. Is your portfolio allocated correctly today?

Valuation More Important than who won the Election

Election and Valuation

https://youtu.be/_AqFTou7PtQ Some people are excited about the stock market due to a Trump win. These same individuals were gloomy when Obama won in 2008. Elections and policy do matter, but valuation is even more important. Check out our most recent market update to find out why.

How are the Economics of the Individual?

Group of individuals in the economy

https://youtu.be/kgutoUmbkU4 68% of US GDP is personal consumption. Therefore, the economics of the individual is critical to the economy. If spending is reduced because of excess debt or higher interest rates, it could have a negative effect on the US economy.

Looking Forward – Emerging Markets

Forward looking

https://youtu.be/_YTZyrpPI-s Do you drive your car by looking through the rearview mirror? Of course not, but this is a common approach by investors. They make the mistake of investing based on recent performance (Recency Bias). In this update, we discuss a forward-looking approach and why Emerging Market stocks could be a fit in your portfolio. […]

Reaction to Fed Rate Cut – Not What You Thought?

Interest Rate Cuts

https://youtu.be/8GHchWRDTVc On September 18th, 2024, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by .5%. The market reaction may not have been what you expected. Is this a set up for a rising commodity environment like the late 1970s? Watch our market update to find out.

Impact of Changing Tax Rates

tax rates

https://youtu.be/BxtszmF7xmk Individual and corporate tax rates have been higher and lower in the past. Many are concerned about the possibility of higher tax rates in the future. See why those higher tax rates may be more important for you individually than the economy overall.