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Understanding Job Market Changes and What They Mean for the Economy

September 9, 2025September 9, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

When people invest money, they often look at what happened in the past even though what matters most is what will happen in the future. Recent economic reports, which tell us about things that already happened, have made some investors […]

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The Economy Slows… but Stocks Soar

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

What if I told you the economy is slowing… yet investors are cheering? Sounds backward, right? But it is happening in plain sight. Look around. Fewer “Help Wanted” signs. Quiet shifts at your favorite restaurant. Friends delaying big purchases. You’re […]

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Feeling the “vibecession”?

July 9, 2024July 9, 2024 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

How do you feel about the state of the economy? In more contemporary terms, what are your “vibes” telling you? Are you feeling confident and comfortable? Or are you feeling a nagging worry that things aren’t going well? If you’re […]

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5 Insights to Understand Markets in 2024

January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning, Investing Intelligence

2023 marked an inflection point for markets with strong gains across both stocks and bonds. The S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq generated exceptional returns of 26.3%, 16.2%, and 44.7% with reinvested dividends last year, respectively. The S&P has come full […]

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How Personal Savings Affect the Economy

August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

Despite the economic uncertainty of the past year, everyday individuals and households have been resilient. Consumer spending has remained steady in the face of high inflation, rising interest rates, housing market challenges, and layoffs in sectors such as tech. While […]

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