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Market Recap Week Ended May 5

The S&P 500 and the Dow posted modest declines that were roughly equal in scale to the previous week’s gains, while the NASDAQ was essentially flat. Although stocks made sizable daily movements in the latest week, they’ve traded in a relatively narrow range since early April.

With the Federal Reserve in the news so much, do you know how its decisions affect the economy?

The Federal Reserve is responsible for implementing monetary policy in the United States, which involves setting interest rates, controlling the money supply, and regulating banks. Its decisions can have a significant impact on the economy in several ways.

Weekly Market Recap Week Ended April 28

The major U.S. stock indexes stumbled on Tuesday but recovered later in the week to post modest weekly gains of around 1%. Generally strong earnings results from the biggest technology companies provided much of the week’s positive momentum.

"The four most dangerous words in investing are: 'this time it's different.'" - Sir John Templeton

Templeton was a successful investor and philanthropist who believed in the importance of disciplined investing and avoiding irrational exuberance.

Hiring a fiduciary to help manage your investments is crucial.

Fiduciaries are held to a higher standard of care than non-fiduciary advisors, who may have conflicts of interest that could influence their recommendations.

It's essential to have a solid investing strategy in place.

When the market is overly fearful or greedy, it's essential to have a solid investing strategy in place to help you make informed decisions. 

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