February 2022 Market Insights
Published: 02/04/2022
Domestic stock indices had a rocky 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, which has hurt the performance of many fixed-income investments. More importantly, the direction of future monetary policy has emerged as a major concern. These worries have increased uncertainty and added to volatility in recent weeks. Despite these valid concerns, it is important to remember that these movements are a normal part of stock market activity.
January 2022 Market Insights
Published: 01/13/2022
Domestic stock indices had a very strong year in 2021. As the economy has improved, interest rates have begun to move up, which has hurt the performance of many fixed-income investments. Some regions have experienced an uptick in Coronavirus cases but the economic impact has been muted so far. However, the direction of future monetary policy has emerged as a major concern. These worries have increased uncertainty and added to volatility in recent weeks.
November Market Insights
Published: 11/16/2021
The U.S. economy seems to be past the post-pandemic rebound, as growth rates are returning to more normal levels.
October Market Insights
Published: 10/08/2021
Idaho Trust Bank Chief Investment Officer Christopher Coyle dives into the current state of the market in October 2021.
Five Community Involvement Tips for Local Business Owners
Published: 09/15/2021
Being involved in your local community is a win-win. It's great for the community and it's great for your business. Not sure where to start? We've compiled a list of five ways to get more involved in your local community.