In August, stock prices surged as investors cheered positive news of a potential COVID-19 treatment and a month-long succession of upbeat economic data.
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Monthly Market Insights | September 2020
In July, stock prices climbed higher as investors focused on COVID-19 vaccine progress and better-than-expected corporate earnings reports.
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Monthly Market Insights | August 2020
In June, stock prices climbed higher as investors looked beyond an increase in COVID-19 cases as well as reports that several states planned to slow their economic reopening.
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Monthly Market Insights | July 2020
The spread of COVID-19 sent stocks tumbling last month, even as the health and economic costs of the pandemic continued to mount.
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Monthly Market Insights | April 2020
Last month, Coronavirus fears sent stocks into correction territory, as investors grappled with the rapidly unfolding story.
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Monthly Market Insights | March 2020
Last month, caution and confidence ruled the markets as prices surged, only to drop with the spread of the coronavirus.
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Monthly Market Insights | February 2020
As a tax preparer for over 25 years I urge you to vote NO on the “Fair Tax” Amendment. This article is one of many reasons why Illinois residents do not and should not want this to pass. I also included a link that outlines other changes that will happen should this pass. It could affect several of my senior clients (many of them retired teachers) by opening up their retirement income, pensions, social security, etc., to be taxed. These clients are not “wealthy” and for some, it could be devastating. Also, if you are married, you could see a hefty marriage penalty if you vote yes. This is not the time to be raising taxes on anyone and neighboring states are doing the opposite! Please do your research and PLEASE vote a big NO on the “Fair Tax”!
https://taxfoundation.org/illinois-fair-tax/
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‘Fair tax’ supporters push for a retirement income tax
In September, stock prices dropped as investors worried about stalled fiscal stimulus talks, the upcoming election, and new European coronavirus cases.
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Monthly Market Insights | October 2020
In October, stock prices felt increased pressure due to inaction on a second American fiscal stimulus bill and a rise in global COVID-19 cases.
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Monthly Market Insights | November 2020
In December, stock prices rallied thanks to multiple COVID-19 vaccines and the signing of a new fiscal relief bill.
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Monthly Market Insights | January 2021
In November, stock prices powered higher and energized investors thanks to a month-long succession of positive news events.
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Monthly Market Insights | December 2020
