Jason D. Ranallo

Recording of our recent live stream with Jason Ranallo and Kara Murphy. They look back on 2024 then discuss the economic and market outlook for the upcoming year. And Barbie.

As you approach retirement and begin drawing from your portfolio, the sequence of returns—the order in which market gains or losses occur—takes on much greater importance. Poor returns experienced early in retirement can significantly impact the longevity of your savings. (podcast)

Kara shares her insights on consumer behavior, the labor market, and what’s driving today’s market trends.  Kara is CIO of Kestra Investment Management, and this episode offers valuable takeaways for navigating the holiday season’s economic and financial dynamics. (podcast)

In this podcast, M&A attorney Matthew Hartranft shares practical strategies to prepare your business for a successful exit. From understanding your business’s true value to leveraging negotiations, discover actionable insights that maximize outcomes in today’s dynamic market.

In this podcast, we dive into the numbers, address recent market movements, and explain why a long-term perspective remains essential. Multiple market all-time highs year to date. What now?

This episode is packed with valuable insights for investors. Vector’s Director of Portfolio Management provides an in-depth review of recent market performance and key economic trends.

Learn how rebalancing during up and down markets can align your portfolio with long-term goals. (Podcast)

The Federal Reserve’s recent half-point rate cut aims to ease borrowing costs and stimulate the economy. We discuss the rate cut’s impacts on savers, borrowers, and investors in this Market Perspective podcast.

Listen in on this conversation to discover practical tips on planning for travel, the joys of slow travel, and the lasting impact of shared experiences. Vector client George talks with Jason and shares how his lifelong love of travel is shaping his retirement years.

Learn why owning assets that outpace inflation is a key tenet to navigating today's economic landscape. We explore recent trends in inflation, mortgage rates, and the stock market, offering insights on how to preserve your purchasing power.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for investors. Vector’s Director of Portfolio Management provides an in-depth review of recent market performance and key economic trends.

Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple have achieved a market capitalization of over $3 trillion, highlighting the impact of AI in their growth. As the market wonders if these "AI darlings" are peaking, we discuss changes in market leadership and breadth.

Five financial planning topics for new grads: create a budget, manage student loans, build an emergency fund, save for retirement, and maintain good credit. Share these essentials with the student in your life to help set the stage for their financial stability.

We explore the latest trends in financial markets, highlighting the stock market advancing to all-time highs alongside corporate earnings that have been better than expected. We also discuss the "Goldilocks" jobs market, small business sentiment, and inflationary pressures indicated by the rising Producer Price Index (PPI).

We discuss the influence of a global election year on the markets and examine the S&P 500’s climb to new heights. We also get into the resilience of the labor market and explore expanding market breadth. (podcast)

This week’s podcast is a discussion focused on the balance between holding cash and long-term investments. We compare investment strategies for individuals and large-scale entities given the backdrop of potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

Of the $34 trillion of US debt outstanding, around 30 percent is expected to be refinanced at potentially higher rates in 2024. We discuss the implications of a trillion dollar interest payment alongside the Fed’s mandate of stable prices through the setting of interest rate policy.

In-depth discussion of several themes focused on markets and the economy. Topics include: Q4 Performance, the Magnificent 7, and Interest Rates. (Video & Podcast)

As we approach the end of 2023, it's a fitting time to reflect on a few financial trends that have shaped the year. Our latest conversation provides insights into three core areas: interest rates, inflation, and stock market performance.

Indicators, Fed-speak, and short-term sentiment trackers are helpful directionally and at times can play a part in asset allocation and planning. The much larger and more significant consideration is how you plan to spend your time and use your money.