This roundup of top financial news for the week presented by Matt Glova and the LifeTime Asset Management team:
Weekly Market Update, May 5, 2025
n April, consumer confidence dipped lower than expected as consumers expressed concern about job availability and income levels. Personal spending and job growth beat expectations in March. Equities moved higher on earnings, a solid jobs report, and easing trade tensions. The Treasury yield curve lifted, with yields rising 6–8 bps.
Click here to read the full weekly market report published May 5, 2025.
Month-End Market Update, April 30, 2025
Quick Highlights:
1. Mixed Month for Markets – Equities faced a challenging month in April.
2. Bonds Rise as Interest Rates Fall – Falling long-term interest rates supported bonds.
3. Trade Uncertainty Impacts Markets – Shifting trade policies caused market volatility.
4. Solid Economic Backdrop – The economic updates were broadly supportive in April.
5. Risks Ahead – Investors should prepare for potential risks ahead.
6. Positive Outlook Despite Policy Uncertainty – We believe the most likely path forward is for long-term market appreciation and economic growth.
Click here to read the full quarterly market report published April 30, 2025.