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Our investment strategist Mona Mahajan shares why inflation is stickier than expected, where the Fed is having the greatest impact and why we are expecting core inflation to moderate toward year end.
Markets have already done a lot of work to the downside in the first half of the year. While we may see volatility as earnings and economic data catches up, we recommend remaining fully invested.
High inflation has prompted the Federal Reserve to accelerate its pace of rate hikes, increasing the headwinds to the economic outlook. Markets continue to exhibit elevated volatility in response, with the stock market seeing additional pressure last week.
Your retirement, your way: Use these resources for everything from Social Security to IRA strategies, and work toward making your retirement vision a reality.
Our straightforward investing philosophy has been helping our clients achieve their goals for 100 years. From steering clear of fads to diversifying portfolios, here’s how we approach investing with your future in mind.
Here's our guidance on how much you should initially withdraw from your portfolio each year. Contact one of our financial advisors to talk more about your specific considerations.
When it comes to finance-related questions, it can be hard to get clear answers — especially on the web. No need to keep combing through search results; we’ve compiled some of the most commonly asked questions and answered them all.
Over the course of 100 years, our investment philosophy has remained the same: Invest for the long term, seek quality investments and manage risk through diversification.
Penny Pennington is named our firm's 6th Managing Partner effective Jan 1st, 2019! She says, "My goal is to continue (Jim Weddle's) momentum while developing and nurturing relationships with our clients, our associates and our communities.”
It's official: Penny Pennington officially takes over as our firm's 6th Managing Partner saying, "Edward Jones was built for our clients, and our purpose is to make a difference in their lives and the lives of their families."
More here:
More than 1,000 of our associates are walking a 3,100 transcontinental relay to fight
#Alzheimers
. The journey starts today in San Diego with a very special baton:
@alzassociation
100 years ago today, a man named Edward Jones opened the first office of our firm. More than 50,000 associates, 15,000 locations and 7 million clients later, we thank you for your trust and partnership.
Want to learn how to recruit more diverse talent in financial services? Our own Katherine Mauzy explains to
@ThinkAdvisor
how Edward Jones has designed an entire strategy around recruiting more women, diverse and experienced financial advisors.
"I believe that business for good is good for business. So financial security is our lane. And if we’re long-term in our view, that means equity and access to financial education and advice is absolutely central to our longevity." - Managing Partner Penny Pennington
1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another dementia. That's why we are raising awareness through the Walk Across America. Our associates kicked off the eastern leg of the 3,100 mile journey in St. Augustine FL -
#Walk2EndAlz
#ENDALZ
Honored and thrilled to recognized along with the
@alzassociation
for our combined efforts. Receiving the highest, Gold Halo award from
@EngageForGood
demonstrates the power of our firm's culture of caring. Thank you!
#EFG2018
We are so proud of principal Penny Pennington for receiving the inaugural
#GPTW4ALL
Leadership Award from
@GPTW_US
. She was one of the women leaders honored from
@FortuneMagazine
's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and Best Workplaces for Women.
New Managing Partner Penny Pennington signs
@CEOAction
for Diversity & Inclusion pledge renewing our firm's commitment to advance workplace
#diversity
&
#inclusion
! Proud to be among these 150 companies in an unprecedented nationwide effort.
Discussing his career, the financial markets and what's next, Managing Partner Jim Weddle gives one of his final interviews before retirement during
@stlpublicradio
's program,
@STLonAir
.
Edward Jones lost a firm legend this week with the passing of John Bachmann. He was an industry icon who led one of the greatest growth expansions in the history of Edward Jones as its third managing partner. John died on Oct. 16 at the age of 80.
These top performing Branch Office Administrators from across the country are sharing best practices and learning new ways to better serve our clients during a two day, invitation only event!
Bull market still has room to run despite increased market volatility, says Investment Strategist Kate Warne during an interview on
@YahooFinance
today.
We are sad to announce the passing of Pat Jones, a legendary figure at the firm and in Missouri. Dubbed the "Prairie Godmother" by
@peoplemag
she was "an integral and important part of who we are today," said Edward Jones Managing Partner Jim Weddle. More:
We’re proud to see our Managing Partner Penny Pennington complete the
@AmericanCancer
#Fit2BeCancerFree
CEO Fitness Challenge. Penny’s commitment to wellness and strength as a cancer "thriver" is inspiring.
On a recent weekend morning, nearly 200 of our associates set their alarms and took to their bikes to help fund cancer research. Thank you to all the
@pedalthecause
participants, who have helped us raise more than $400,000 this year!
Given recent developments in Washington, D.C., the Edward Jones PAC has paused contributions to all elected officials. The Edward Jones PAC has a long history of bi-partisan advocacy & we want to ensure that any elected officials we support share the values and views of the firm.
Just as most songs have 3 components (melody, harmony & rhythm), equity returns are driven by 3 elements: economic fundamentals, investor sentiment & valuation. Here’s why we expect share prices to stay in tune & grow in 2019, with some high & low notes -
Less than a quarter of those who work with a financial advisor fail to engage them on a charitable giving strategy. Yet, those who seek help from a financial advisor are more purposeful with their giving and having a heightened sense of gratitude and fulfillment after donating.
The spirit of St. Louis is on display at our headquarters today, as associates
celebrate the St. Louis Blues and their first-ever Stanley Cup!
#thewaitisover
While growth in the economy and earnings are both expected to remain favorable for stocks, concerns about trade and interest rates will likely cause periods of volatility. Find out what that means for investors in this week's Market Outlook:
In this weeks market outlook, with more than 90% of the companies in the S&P 500 having reported earnings for the first quarter, results are on pace to be the strongest since the third quarter of 2010. More details on our outlook can be found here:
In order to protect the well-being of the communities we serve, our branch offices are not meeting in person with new and existing clients at this time. We will continue to serve you through several virtual options. We are here for you.
Our thoughts are with all those in the path of
#HurricaneFlorence
. If your Edward Jones office is impacted and you need access to your accounts, please call 1-800-511-5768.
As we enter this season of giving and gratitude, we're grateful for our Tempe headquarters, Arizona branch offices and surrounding community members who this month collected 66,812 pounds of food in support of food banks across the state. Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Principal John Beuerlein talks on
@FOX2now
about the culmination of the Walk Across America to raise awareness for Alzheimer's Disease. The 3,100+ Mile journey culminates this weekend with the
@alzassociation
's Walk to
#ENDALZ
! For more about why we walk:
Discover some tax benefits and trade-offs of charitable giving—register today for our "Charitable Giving: Structuring Your Strategy to Meet Your Goals" webinar.
This year’s stock market gains are a rebound from the year-end decline. So where do we go from here? Last week offered two takeaways related to that question. Our Weekly Market Wrap explains:
October was lousy for the market as stocks fell 6.9%. It's premature to assume this volatility has fully passed, but we maintain that this is a temporary correction, not the start of a bear market. In an Oct to forget, here are 3 things worth remembering:
The Walk Across America to end Alzheimer's is nearing its halfway point. The west coast path, traveled by the walking stick named "Diego," has crossed into Texas while the east coast path, traveled by the walking stick named "Gus," is now in Georgia!
@alzassociation
#ENDALZ
Our own Kate Warne, Principal Investment Strategist, discusses how investors should approach their portfolios with all the uncertainty around Trump policies and the economy on
@CNBC
's
@PowerLunch
.
Is the glass half full or half empty? Stocks suffered the worst weekly loss this year, with most major indices now in correction territory and the Nasdaq in a bear market (down 20% from its peak). Our weekly market update offers some perspective:
A recent study by our firm found that the majority of Americans (71 percent) still do not know what a 529 plan is. If you are saving for a loved one's education, make sure you understand your options:
Panel of Edward Jones financial advisors shares with 250 top performing women financial advisors some best practices for delivering meaningful client experience.
#EJWomensConf2019
New technologies/payment platforms are changing the way we invest. We sponsored the Dow Jones Future of Finance event to discuss industry trends, and how to satisfy clients' shifting preferences by pairing the high-touch way we do business with high-tech.
Peaks and troughs in the stock market, like the start and end of the football season, are similarly accompanied by two emotions - optimism or fear. But the journey between these emotions includes a more balanced record. Your weekly market update explains:
Boldness. Courage. Bringing your authentic self to work. Just a few of the important topics we addressed in conversations with area leaders and Edward Jones general partners, as we celebrate our Women's Week theme of "Stand Up, Stand Out, Stand Together."
The numbers are in - thank you for supporting Team Edward Jones as we
raised $451,790 in 2017 for Pedal The Cause, each dollar critical to fighting
cancer in the St. Louis area and globally!
NEW VIDEO: This year, we’ve experienced higher market volatility and continuing economic growth. In this type of environment, where can you find long-term opportunities in stocks? And what is the current outlook on the market? Our latest video explains:
In our view, strong earnings and economic growth justify a rising rate environment, and stocks can still perform well despite the increased volatility. Our Weekly Market Outlook has the details: