Forefront’s Market Notes April 21st, 2025   U.S. stocks slipped over the shortened trading week as Q1 corporate reports started to roll in.  The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index dropped 1.50 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index fell 2.62 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 2.66 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas...Read More

Now is the Time: Why Market Volatility is a Crucial Opportunity for Couples to Strengthen Their Financial Connection ­ In times of uncertainty—whether personal, societal, or financial—our relationships are put to the test. But these moments, if approached with intention, are also profound opportunities to build trust, intimacy, and resilience. Right now, with financial markets...Read More

When the Headlines Get Loud, Remember the Long Game   The past few weeks have felt like déjà vu: economic headlines flashing words like “volatility,” “tariffs,” “uncertainty,” and “policy shift.” It’s hard not to feel a little unsettled. Whether you’re a retiree watching your nest egg or a working professional trying to stay disciplined, the mood...Read More

Tariffs Are Back — But Haven’t We Learned This Lesson Before? ­ On Wednesday, the U.S. government announced a sweeping series of new tariffs that could reshape how we shop, work, and even how our food is grown. But what does this policy shift really mean for everyday Americans? And why do economists keep comparing...Read More