January 2023 Market Insights
Published: 01/31/2023
Most major global stock indices had a very difficult year in 2022. Many central banks, including the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank, lifted interest rates to combat widespread inflationary pressures. This new and more aggressive monetary policy stance negatively impacted equity markets around the globe. Moreover, the sharp increase in interest rates also hurt bond prices, resulting in abnormally high negative returns on many fixed-income securities.
Blake D. Fischer Becomes Newest Addition to Private Banking Team
Published: 10/07/2022
Thomas Prohaska, chairman and chief executive officer of Idaho Trust Bank, has announced hiring Blake D. Fischer as a private banker.
June 2022 Market Insights
Published: 06/10/2022
Global stock indices have had a rough start to the year following very strong results in 2021. As the economy has improved, interest rates and inflation levels have begun to move up at a rapid pace, which has hurt the performance of many fixed-income investments. More importantly, the direction of future monetary policy has emerged as a major concern. The Federal Reserve Bank has stated that it will pursue a much tighter monetary policy stance and has embarked on a plan to raise interest rates. This shift, along with consistently strong inflation statistics, has increased uncertainty and contributed to the market volatility so far this year.
A Guide to Stocks vs. Bonds
Published: 05/31/2022
Stocks and bonds are two common types of investments you have likely heard about. New investors must be familiar with the differences to understand which type of investment aligns with their financial goals.
Value Drivers: Definition and Examples
Published: 05/24/2022
Value drivers are activities or capabilities that add worth to a product, service, or brand. These factors can have a major impact on a business's performance and reputation.