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This week's Super Tuesday gave us a glimpse of not only how this year's election will play out, but also how the markets will be impacted. Investors should be paying careful attention. Any murkiness in the water will cause discomfort, driving volatility to the market. Market volatility is not a bad thing, but it must be approached with open eyes. See it as a positive. At the end of the day, once the election is over, the markets will return to the fundamentals. The shift can actually be good for the economy in the long term. But we're still 8 months away from the election, and a lot of unknowns remain. Any time you put together a portfolio, you need to understand where the downsides are. If investors play their cards right, the uncertainty is an opportunity to make money, as long as they are attentive and firmly understand the landscape they're investing in.

The countdown has begun ⏳ The year’s most-watched event, the election is just around the corner. But as an investor, what should be your strategy? 1. Value Investor: When it comes to value investing, patience is key. While the market is volatile and unpredictable during election season, history shows that the stock market ultimately stabilizes. Keep the cash ready - a big opportunity may come. 2. Momentum Investor: Momentum investors need to stay agile. This month might be tough, especially given the uncertainty around the election. But remember, you made good money last year - so keep it light. 3. Options Trader: Options traders have a unique strategy when it comes to the election. In the uncertain weeks leading up to the big day, they are relying on Volatility Index (VIX) options to hedge against potential market downturns. Whatever is your strategy - keep a clear head. Don’t be swayed by short-term volatility. Follow Vivek Bajaj if you want to be a smart investor in the stock market.

Huge thanks to the unbeatable Michael Santoli and the team at CNBC for inviting Julia Hermann, CFA and our PR team to set. Mike and I spoke with Liz Ann Sonders and Stephanie Link about the interest rate, earnings, and election crosscurrents impacting markets today. Our view is that the market can look through disappointments as long as the labor market and broad earnings are intact. Investors are concerned about those factors but we wouldn’t be bearish until those more pronounced signs of slowdowns occur. You can see the segment here. https://lnkd.in/efdchrJj

September was a solid month for investors, as falling interest rates supported healthy market returns. But what will October bring? Watch my latest Market Thoughts video to learn more. https://hubs.ly/Q02R-Mc20

DON'T MISS OUR 2024 OUTLOOK EVENT COMING FEB 6TH @ 12:00PM CT! Investing in an election year presents unique challenges due to increased market volatility and uncertainty surrounding policy changes. As November 2024 approaches, election noise will only increase, making it crucial for investors to maintain focus on their long-term goals. Based on extensive research and analysis of the past 23 presidential election cycles, our Guide to investing in an election year offers a comprehensive look at how elections have influenced markets. It can help answer some of your most pressing questions, including: * Is one party better than the other for investors? * Do politics impact specific stocks or asset classes? * Are there observable trends from past election cycles? The Federal Reserve is inching towards its 2% inflation target but hasn't ruled out the possibility of another interest rate hike. Given the uncertainty, you may have questions about how to position your portfolios. In our meeting, we will discuss the following: * Has the Fed paved the way to put sidelined cash back into action? * What sectors or poised the most to benefit from AI's rapid growth and expansion? * Where do you see opportunities and risks in today's bond market? * What should you consider positioning portfolios for 2024? To register, click the following link: https://bit.ly/490HLBB We're also hosting this event in-person, call my branch 701-746-1260 or shoot me a message if you'd like to learn more.

DON'T MISS OUR 2024 OUTLOOK EVENT COMING FEB 6TH @ 12:00PM CT! Investing in an election year presents unique challenges due to increased market volatility and uncertainty surrounding policy changes. As November 2024 approaches, election noise will only increase, making it crucial for investors to maintain focus on their long-term goals. Based on extensive research and analysis of the past 23 presidential election cycles, our Guide to investing in an election year offers a comprehensive look at how elections have influenced markets. It can help answer some of your most pressing questions, including: * Is one party better than the other for investors? * Do politics impact specific stocks or asset classes? * Are there observable trends from past election cycles? The Federal Reserve is inching towards its 2% inflation target but hasn't ruled out the possibility of another interest rate hike. Given the uncertainty, you may have questions about how to position your portfolios. In our meeting, we will discuss the following: * Has the Fed paved the way to put sidelined cash back into action? * What sectors or poised the most to benefit from AI's rapid growth and expansion? * Where do you see opportunities and risks in today's bond market? * What should you consider positioning portfolios for 2024? To register, click the following link: https://bit.ly/3HIgckE We're also hosting this event in-person, call my branch 701-746-1260 or shoot me a message if you'd like to learn more.

New Blog Post Alert! This month, Abigail Rose, CFP®, CPA looks to the past to help provide some insight on market volatility during an election year. Read the full article below. https://lnkd.in/gDZV2Pzg

DON'T MISS OUR 2024 OUTLOOK EVENT COMING FEB 6TH @ 12:00PM CT! Investing in an election year presents unique challenges due to increased market volatility and uncertainty surrounding policy changes. As November 2024 approaches, election noise will only increase, making it crucial for investors to maintain focus on their long-term goals. Based on extensive research and analysis of the past 23 presidential election cycles, our Guide to investing in an election year offers a comprehensive look at how elections have influenced markets. It can help answer some of your most pressing questions, including: * Is one party better than the other for investors? * Do politics impact specific stocks or asset classes? * Are there observable trends from past election cycles? The Federal Reserve is inching towards its 2% inflation target but hasn't ruled out the possibility of another interest rate hike. Given the uncertainty, you may have questions about how to position your portfolios. In our meeting, we will discuss the following: * Has the Fed paved the way to put sidelined cash back into action? * What sectors or poised the most to benefit from AI's rapid growth and expansion? * Where do you see opportunities and risks in today's bond market? * What should you consider positioning portfolios for 2024? To register, click the following link: https://bit.ly/3vAGfaN We're also hosting this event in-person, call my branch 701-746-1260 or shoot me a message if you'd like to learn more.

Big rally jitters. An election year. Rate cuts ahead. Seems like déjà vu for markets. This week, TopMarketTakeaways examines what we’ve learned in the past to help investors prepare portfolios for the future.

What can you expect from the market as we near Election Day? Here's our thoughts on what we've seen historically. Do you appreciate guidance when working towards your financial dreams? If so, let's chat!