Equity markets have been on a hot streak the past week, but uncertainty still looms around a variety of factors, including future economic data, upcoming corporate earnings, and the outlook on interest rate cuts. How should investors be positioning themselves in this environment? Wealth! welcomes Providence Financial & Insurance Services President Anthony Saccaro to discuss investment strategies for different stages of life. Saccaro emphasizes that the economy is “not out of the woods yet” regarding a recession. He notes that while the economy is slowing, the labor market is cooling, inflation is trending downward, and the Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates, the implications for individuals “depends on the […]
Despite living in a digital age, 97% of Gen Z continues to shop in brick-and-mortar stores, according to a survey by the International Council of Shopping Centers. Following Tanger Outlets (SKT) second quarter earnings results, CEO Stephen Yalof joins Wealth! to discuss the state of the consumer. Yalof observes that the middle price point “is really attractive to the consumer,” with brands like Gap (GPS), Old Navy, and Banana Republic performing well. However, higher-priced brands are “not having the same sort of day that these particular brands are.” With inflation remaining high, quality and affordable brands are particularly appealing to consumers. Despite the evolving digital landscape, Yalof notes that individuals […]
