We are almost through 2022 and what an eventful year! A few months ago we officially entered the “technical” definition of a bear market and also officially entered the “technical” definition of a recession. As we have already advised you in past Ryan Reports, try not to be too triggered or fearful of the technical definitions of “recession” and “bear …
We are nearly halfway through 2021, and so far for this year, the markets are mixed (up and down). We have been in a sideways market for the last six months. These sideways markets can last for a few months or even two to three years, historically. Sideways markets are difficult for investors, especially after the last four to five …
My, how time flies! As we imagined 2019 from 30, 40, or 50 years ago we always thought we would see flying cars! Instead, we have drones that annoy us and smartphones that rule our lives. There have been many positive developments over the past 2 or 3 years. We are very happy with the economic results we are seeing, …
By Ryan Craner Over the past few years several Strategic Planning Group clients have contacted me requesting a SOS (Second Opinion Service) regarding proposals pitched to them or their extended family or friends by various insurance sales organizations in Utah. These pitches are coming via self-proclaimed “gurus” on the radio, at dinner seminars, and more. Once I examined the sales proposals, …
By Ryan Craner If you listen to the news media, you will hear a constant parade of fearful statements worrying about how high the markets are and whether or not the current market levels are justified. You will be bombarded by endless speculation about when the markets will inevitably fall. Media reports carry an anxious and overly suspicious tone that …
