by lpladvisorsadmin | Jul 21, 2022 | Client Letter, Research
Dear Valued Investor, Markets rarely give us clear skies, and there are always threats to watch for on the horizon. But the right preparation, context, and support can help us navigate what lies ahead. So far, this year hasn’t seen a full-blown crisis like 2008- 2009...
by lpladvisorsadmin | Jul 11, 2022 | Global Portfolio Strategy, Research
Key changes from June report: Lowered S&P 500 Index year-end fair value target from 4,800-4,900 to 4,300-4,400. Increased equity exposure in tactical asset allocation from 62% to 65%. Reduced low duration core bond allocation and increased allocation to small cap...
by lpladvisorsadmin | Jul 11, 2022 | Client Letter, Research
Dear Valued Investor, As the calendar has turned to July, investors would certainly like to forget the first six months of 2022. However, the Fourth of July Independence Day holiday does bring with it reason for celebration. Not only is it the 246th birthday of the...
by lpladvisorsadmin | Jul 6, 2022 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Stocks have been unable to make up much ground since the June 16 lows, with a bear market rally amounting to only around a 4.3% gain in the S&P 500 Index since then (as of July 1). After the more than 6% rally the week of June 24 and the increasing optimism that...
by lpladvisorsadmin | Jun 28, 2022 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary
Many pundits are issuing recession warnings and saying the economy is heading for a hard landing. Amid the cacophony of voices, we think the economy is slowing just like central bankers want but not shrinking. Further, we argue that a slowing economy is very different...
