From Spotlight to Harmony It is late evening in a grand concert hall. The audience sits in hushed anticipation as the conductor stands in a commanding spotlight, casting the orchestra into shadow. The violins and cellos begin with a delicate passage, weaving ethereal...
Tariffs are a foreign concept to most people. Beyond their role as a tax on the sale of foreign goods, in the real world, tariffs are perhaps among the most ambiguous policy tools for those not involved with international trade. We hear tariff policy proposals on the...
As we close out 2024, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your trust and partnership. Since our founding in 1985, we have remained committed to Loyalty, Prudence, Care, and Professionalism—values that ensure your interests are always our top priority. This...
As the crisp autumn air approaches, we're reminded of the simple joys that this season brings. The leaves transform into a tapestry of reds and golds, and communities gather for timeless traditions like hayrides, pumpkin carving, and visits to apple orchards. There's...
As workers return to the office after an extended Labor Day weekend, labor and employment are naturally front of mind. This is even more true for Jerome Powell and the members of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. As the Fed’s battle against inflation appears to...
Mere days after the popular media began dusting off references to the famous “Buffett Indicator”, markets hemorrhaged trillions of dollars in market value as part of a global stock selloff. The immediate investor concern as clear as ever: is this a healthy correction...
An Unnerving Topic If your local newspaper published your obituary today, would you read it? In 1888, this surreal scenario played out for an accomplished inventor and industrialist who found himself reading his own obituary while very much alive. A death did occur,...
A Day in the Life These professionals spend their days in a routine blending analysis and advocacy. They review the latest reports to prepare for the day ahead, collaborate with trusted advisors, closely monitor active threats, and always advocate for opportunity....
A Tale of Perseverance and Chance The year was 1951 at Hamburg Farm in Lexington, KY, where a newborn foal faced a precarious start, struggling to breathe following a difficult birth. The legendary horseman, John A. Bell III, took a remarkable step, administering a...
From Golden Shores to Digital Frontiers In the mid-19th century, the California Gold Rush transformed the landscape of opportunity, drawing thousands westward with dreams of wealth glittering on the horizon. As prospectors flocked to the promise of untold riches, the...