• Inflation Data Disappoints as Fed Meeting Arrives | Market Outlook : Week of 12/16/24
    Dec 17 2024

    In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data released, including inflation metrics coming in worse than expected. Equity and bond markets were down, with fixed income in particular reacting negatively. The Federal Reserve meets this week, with a 97% chance that interest rates will be cut again.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/H209DCDY7ls
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16293995

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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  • Latest Economic Indicators Keep Markets Positive | Market Outlook : Week of 12/10
    Dec 10 2024

    In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data released, including both jobs numbers and consumer sentiment beating expectations. GDP and inflation expectations remained constant moving forward, and the market is anticipating another rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/ZIk8KVaJI7o
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16257263

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    8 mins
  • Markets Power Through Mixed Data and New Jobs Numbers Upcoming | Market Outlook : Week of 12/03
    Dec 3 2024

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/OmKWGlPUDMc
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16173501

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    9 mins
  • Small Cap Growth Leads US Markets while Rate Cut Probability Dwindles | Market Outlook : Week of 11/25.
    Nov 25 2024

    In this week's Market Outlook, Rob covers a mixed week of economic data released, plus the falling probability of a third rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Small Cap Growth led a positive market reaction in the US, while international markets stayed roughly flat over the week.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/2wd3fyrAYvw
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16173501

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    7 mins
  • Inflation Lands as Expected but Markets Cool Off | Market Outlook : Week of 11/18
    Nov 18 2024

    In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers inflation results from last week landing consistent with predictions and better-than-expected retail sales. However, with a slight slowdown in the timing of expected rate cuts, the market dropped last week. Up ahead, a light week of data releases, including home sales and the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/lKlXahKjTIA
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16128934

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    7 mins
  • Markets Ignore Fed Rate Cut, Soar as Election Results Drive Returns | Market Outlook : Week of 11/11
    Nov 12 2024

    In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers how most economic data released last week was ignored by markets. Returns were incredibly strong as markets digested the results of the US Presidential Election.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/-wh21aN-ACM
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16092709

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    8 mins
  • Markets Drop as Mixed Signals on GDP, Inflation, and Jobs
    Nov 5 2024

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/FcQK6coC000
    Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16052398

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    8 mins
  • Inflation, Nonfarm Payrolls, and Unemployment Numbers Ahead | Market Outlook : Week of 10/28
    Oct 28 2024

    In the latest Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data and the market's negative reaction. Upcoming releases include inflation, nonfarm payrolls, and unemployment rate.

    You can watch this weeks episode on:
    YouTube at https://youtu.be/41yGgJvhCPQ
    Buzzsprout at

    For more information about Zhang Financial, please visit zhangfinancial.com .

    Disclosures:
    These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be reliable. Zhang Financial LLC has not sought to independently verify information obtained from public and third party sources. No representation, warranty or undertaking, stated or implied, is given as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Zhang Financial LLC expressly disclaims any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information. All opinions and views constitute judgments as of the date of writing without regard to the date on which the reader may receive or access the information, and are subject to change at any time without notice and with no obligation to update. To the extent that these materials contain statements about the future, such statements are forward looking and subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. This information is intended solely for the information of those to whom it is distributed by Zhang Financial LLC. No part of these materials may be reproduced or retransmitted in any manner without the prior written permission of Zhang Financial LLC. Zhang Financial LLC does not intend to provide investment advice through these materials and does not represent that any market position, economic forecast, securities or services are suitable for any investor. Investors are advised not to rely on these materials in the process of making a fully informed investment decision and they do not render business, tax or legal advice. Each client or prospective client should consult his/her own attorney, business advisor and tax advisor as to legal, business, tax and related matters concerning the information contained herein. The information, opinions and views contained herein have not been tailored to the investment objectives of any one individual, are current only as of the date noted and may be subject to change at any time without prior notice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk of loss including the possible loss of principal.

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    9 mins