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The Importance of Reassessing Insurance Coverage for Small-Business Owners
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 25th, 2022
Insurance is crucial for any small business. Small-business owners may find themselves in a difficult situation without proper coverage if they suffer building damage or face a lawsuit. While obtaining adequate insurance for your company is critical, knowing when to reassess your coverage is also essential. As your business grows and changes, so do your insurance needs.
Pre-Vacation Home Safety Tips
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 25th, 2022
Vacation is something that we all look forward to, but it’s important not to forget about your home—and its safety—while you’re away. With some pre-planning, it’s easy to make sure your house is safe and secure, giving you peace of mind and allowing you to focus on the relaxation and fun of vacation.
Financing Options for Homebuyers and Homeowners
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 25th, 2022ESG Investing: The New Frontier for Environmentally Conscious Investors
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 25th, 2022Dawn Of a New Era For Bonds
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 23rd, 2022
Core bond investors have experienced the worst start to the year ever. However tough this year has been so far though (and it has been tough), the potential for future returns has improved meaningfully, in our view. Starting yields tend to be a good predictor of future returns and have become more attractive in a number of markets recently.
Corporate America Delivers, Market Attention Focused Elsewhere
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 16th, 2022
First quarter earnings season was solid by just about any measure, but based on recent market behavior it’s obvious that in general market participants paid little attention. This is a macro-driven market, so it will likely take positive macro developments, i.e., better news on the inflation front, to turn stocks around.
Volatility Continues
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 11th, 2022
2022 has been a challenging year for investors so far. The S&P 500 Index just had one of its worst Aprils in decades, and May is off to a rocky start. Bond investors have not fared much better as rising interest rates have pushed down bond prices. Bond losses have made the stock market volatility feel even worse than usual.
Have We Really Seen Extreme Pessimism Yet?
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 9th, 2022
It’s been a very tough start to the year with both stocks and bonds down sharply. Adding to the “wall of worry” for investors are the highest levels of U.S. inflation in decades, an aggressive Federal Reserve (Fed), Chinese lockdowns, and continuing war in Europe. So perhaps it is no surprise that investor sentiment polls are showing signs of extreme pessimism.
April Showers Bring May Flowers
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on May 4th, 2022
As we move into spring and leave behind the last signs of a long winter, many worries from a chilly start to the year for markets, unfortunately, are still with us. The S&P 500 Index had its worst April in more than 40 years, leaving the index down over 13% for the year. Previously highflying stocks have come back to earth, with many of them cut in half or more.