A Weekly Market Impact call, Phil Blancato provides insights and perspective on recent developments, as well as guidance going forward. Securities and investment advisory services are offered through the firms: Osaic Wealth, Inc., Triad Advisors, LLC, Osaic Institutions, Inc., and Woodbury Financial Services, Inc., broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, and members of FINRA and SIPC. Securities are offered through Securities America, Inc., American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc ...
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This week, we discuss the strength of the US Consumer, CPI inflation report due later this week, and corporate earnings for Q1.
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Last week a series of data came out that suggested the U.S. economy is weakening. Today, Phil will cover the impact of the data and what to expect from markets.
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This week Phil is joined by Aidan Redmond, senior analyst with Ladenburg Asset Management, to break down inflation.
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Is the dollar losing its strength? Listen to today’s podcast with Phil and Fred Boy, CFA to learn more.
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This week, Phil Blancato is joined by Mike Meechan, Senior Analyst for LTAM, to discuss the Iran/Israel conflict and Tax Day details.
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With so many office buildings empty, commercial real estate is a hot topic for investors. Special guest Matt Crosby joins this week's episode to discuss how the economy can hold up, despite the vacancies.
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This week on the Weekly Market Impact, Phil wraps up the first quarter, latest inflation data and spring in New Jersey!
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Tune in to this new episode to hear from special guest, Joe Bell, CIO of Meeder Investment Management! Phil and Joe discuss interest rate cuts, equity valuations and bond market implications.
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It's Fed week! On today's episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato talks about our expectations for inflation, risks in the marketplace and how you should be positioned.
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This week Phil talks about the stock market finally broadening out, if it is time to change your last allocation, and most importantly the power of women in finance.
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What do pearls and Bitcoin have in common? Find out from Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato on today's new episode.
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On this week's episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato is joined by special guest Dan Solender, Partner and Director of Taxable Fixed Income at Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC, to discuss the municipal bond market and current investment opportunities.
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Strong market performance has some investors worried about cashing out at all-time highs. However, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato says don’t let a fear of heights keep you from investing. Learn more on this week’s episode!
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The Super Bowl may be over, but on this week’s episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato talks Super Bowl economics. Plus, the surprising strength of the S&P 500 this year and the value of owning dividends.
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On this week's episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato highlights the success of the Magnificent 7, the latest on the Fed and a jobs update.
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In this episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato discusses Fed week, earnings, and investing when the market hits an all-time high.
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We’re 10% of the way through earnings season and tracking 4.1% year-over-year growth. However, the difference between earnings and operating costs are high, and higher interest rates are putting a dent in company profits. Learn more on this week’s episode.
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Should we be worried about an earnings slowdown? Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato answers the big question in this episode.
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On this episode, special guest Mike Raczkowski of Highland Capital Brokerage joins Phil to talk about 2024 planning and taxes.
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This week, Phil wraps up 2023 and shares what we can expect for 2024.
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On this week’s episode, Phil talks about PCE improving and wraps up 2023. Plus, hear from two special guests!
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Investors who were dreaming of a green Christmas got an early gift from the Fed last week. Today, Phil Blancato recaps the Fed’s decision not to raise rates, plus what it could mean for markets in 2024.
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It's Fed week! On this episode, Phil discusses the likelihood of the Fed cutting interest rates, and whether or not they’ll be able to navigate a soft landing.
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Will markets have investors hearing sleigh bells in December? Listen to today's episode to hear what we can expect from the Santa Claus rally this year.
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On this week's episode, Phil is joined by Fort Washington Investment Advisors Senior Portfolio Manager, Jamie Wilhelm, to discuss the rally in stocks, the potential for a recession and 2024 investment themes.
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With Black Friday and Cyber Monday right around the corner, shoppers can expect to see significant discounts as companies try to encourage holiday spending. On this episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato talks about the importance of holiday spending, the strength of the US consumer and the impact of higher wages.…
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Inflation has consumer confidence down, which could negatively impact holiday spending. On this week's episode, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato says there’s still no reason to panic.
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The US economy only added 150K jobs in the month of October, a drop in the average number of jobs we've been adding post-pandemic, and wages have started to cool off. Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato explains how these factors have been a catalyst for the stock market in this week’s episode.
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On today's episode of the Weekly Market Impact, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato tells investors what they can expect following the Fed meeting this week.
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This week, Phil talks about opportunities in the bond market and the developing problems overseas, as he reminds everyone that we’ve been through uncertain times before.
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On a new episode of Weekly Market Impact, Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato is joined by Marta Norton, CIO of Morningstar, to discuss the bond market, interest rates and long-term investment strategies.
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Geopolitics, earnings season, and inflation are all in the headlines and top-of-mind for investors. On today's episode, Osaic Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato discusses how the headlines may impact the markets.
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In September, everything that could have gone wrong in the markets did go wrong. Will markets remain spooky in October? Find out in this week's episode.
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This week, Claus te Wildt from Fidelity Investments joins Osaic Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato to discuss opportunities in stocks and bonds, the Federal Reserve, and the likelihood of a U.S. recession.
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This week Phil talks about inflation, the Fed's next move, and what higher rates mean for stocks.
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On today's episode, Phil discusses ◾ Consumers running out of pandemic savings ◾ CPI and why it's a big deal ◾ Concerns about the markets for the remainder of the year
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Historically, September is the most volatile month of the year. What can investors expect in 2023? Find out in this week's episode.
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This week, Phil is joined by special guest Mike Gitlin, incoming CEO of Capital Group. Tune in as they discuss the economy, markets, and the evolution of investing solutions.
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Despite rising interest rates, consumers continue to be a source of economic growth in the United States, exemplified by a 1.9% increase in online sales thanks to Amazon Prime Day. Can consumers continue to hang on? Find out in today's episode.
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Have you noticed you're paying more at the pump? In this week's episode, Phil talks about how the price of oil could be a big concern for inflation.
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On today's episode, Phil discusses whether the Fed can navigate a soft landing. History and data both point to yes. Listen to hear his take.
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Second quarter GDP beat all expectations, coming in at 2.4%. What’s the catalyst keeping the U.S. economy from contracting, and is it strong enough to hold on for the long term? Phil answers those questions in this week's episode.
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Even though we've seen strong economic data consistently throughout 2023, we're starting to see a few cracks. Ben Dennis joins Phil Blancato on a new episode of the #WeeklyMarketImpact podcast to discuss the key for investors in a moment like this.
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This week, Phil discusses the history of markets, valuations, and a playbook for the rest of 2023.
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Phil Blancato discusses recent job data and how a weakening labor market may impact the Fed’s decision to raise interest rates. Plus, is this the most hated bull market ever? Find out in today's all-new episode.
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Despite lifted Covid restrictions, China’s economy isn’t producing at a high rate. Is this good or bad news for US investors? Phil answers that question in today's episode.
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This week Phil talks about LEI, The Feds next move and sideways summer markets.
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This week, Phil talks about inflation and the Fed pausing rate hikes. Are we out of the woods yet? Tune in!
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It’s all about the numbers this week as we await CPI data tomorrow and the Fed announcement on Wednesday. In a recent poll of market watchers, 54% think the Fed will skip a rate hike this month. Tune in to hear Phil’s assessment of consumer debt and spending, the labor market, housing, bonds, and more!…
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This week, Phil and special guest Joseph M. Graham, CFA, Managing Director, Head of Investment Strategist Group at Lord Abbett, discuss trends in the economy with an emphasis on fixed income.
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