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What do we think of artificial intelligence and its impact on the economy and stock markets? Are growth stocks in a bubble like they were in the late 1990s? For our Spring 2024 investment commentary, watch "Rational Exuberance" below. https://lnkd.in/g4B_Jfw2 #artificialintelligence #stockmarket #economy #investing #risingdividends

Markets have roared back to life over the past two weeks. Softer economic data has pushed back against concerns about inflation, sparking anticipation of potential rate cuts by year-end. Earnings reports continue to impress, with companies exceeding expectations. Read our latest market update, The Outlook: https://bit.ly/4bdcZXJ #thefed #ratecuts #economicgrowth #earningsreports #inflation #risingdividends

The Spring 2024 Rising Dividend Report is now available online:  https://bit.ly/3w3Xmm8 Inside, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it could impact your portfolio, offer insight into a tax-efficient charitable giving strategy, and assess how the Consumer Price Index affects your personal rate of inflation. * * * * #RisingDividends #ArtificialIntelligence #CharitableGiving #ConsumerPriceIndex #Inflation #Cybersecurity

Recent economic data from the first quarter of 2024 shows inflation is still hotter than expected, likely signaling that rate cuts won’t happen any time soon. At the same time, economic growth remains positive, though still cooler than expected. While not necessarily detrimental, this raises questions about the long-term impact of tighter policy. * * * * #thefed #inflation #interestrates #economicgrowth #ratecuts #monetarypolicy #Q12024 #risingdividends

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Stocks are retreating following a third consecutive month of a stronger-than-expected Consumer Price Index report. Meanwhile, inflation remains troublesome for the Federal Reserve and markets. The good news is that despite sticky prices and interest rates, the economy remains strong. Some companies, particularly those that execute long-term growth plans, may fare better in this environment. * * * * #inflation #CPI #thefed #risingdividends #economicgrowth #stockmarket

Despite the Fed Funds rate being above 5% for the last nine months, the economy has shown remarkable resilience. Unemployment is low, consumers continue to spend, and inflation is trending lower. While we remain vigilant, the current environment appears to be favorable for stocks.  * * * * #fedfundsrate #interestrates #unemployment #inflation #stockmarket #risingdividends #artificialintelligence #earningsgrowth

Please join us in welcoming Warren Ward, CFP®, to our DCM Columbus team. Warren brings more than 30 years of entrepreneurial and financial industry experience, as well as a long track record of serving clients with honesty and integrity. To read more about Warren, visit: https://lnkd.in/g-ZRhaYf #welcomewarren #newteammember #columbusindiana #financialplanning #investments

The dividend growth rate is one of our key measuring sticks when assessing the health of a business. And as the dividend increases, so too should the value of the business. Though not always in lockstep, our research shows that dividends and price tend to move together over time.  #dividendgrowth #risingdividend #dividendstocks #dividendinvesting

Stock markets continue to ride the wave of optimism powered by artificial intelligence. The S&P 500 is at a new all-time high and investors are buzzing over a handful of technology companies that have reported impressive chips, hardware, and service sales. Going forward, we think it will be important to understand which companies are fully embracing and utilizing the AI powers at their disposal. * * * * #aritificialintelligence #tech #techcompanies #aiautomation #risingdividends #equitymarkets