Posts by FFG Team
Non-Cyclical Stocks and Their Relationship to the Economy
Three pivotal economic events of 2019 were: (1) the prolonged trade dispute between the U.S. and China; (2) the series of three interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve; and…
Read MoreThe Future of Manufacturing
The Future of Manufacturing A concerted effort to draw American manufacturing operations back to the U.S. over the past three years has done little to move the needle. In fact,…
Read MoreMarket Trends to Watch
Market Trends to Watch The investment world is like the weather: constantly changing. Financial vehicles are tweaked and improved upon, particularly when there are changes to tax law or compliance…
Read MoreThe Importance of Women Achieving Financial Confidence
The Importance of Women Achieving Financial Confidence Married or single, women are finding that taking an active role in their financial futures is critical. About 80% of married women outlive…
Read MoreTax Updates and Reminders
Tax Updates and Reminders As we head toward the end of the year, consider maxing out your contributions on tax-advantaged accounts to help manage your 2019 return. While some accounts,…
Read MorePharmaceutical Roundup: Lawsuits, Legislation and Growth Opportunities
Pharmaceutical Roundup: Lawsuits, Legislation and Growth Opportunities Drug manufacturers and distributors have been in the news lately. Here’s a roundup of some of the biggest headlines: The Opioid Crisis In…
Read MoreRetirement Planning During Changing Times
Retirement Planning During Changing Times According to the United Nations, across the globe, people older than 65 now outnumber children under five for the first time in history. In 1960,…
Read MoreYear-End Tax Considerations
Year-End Tax Considerations Now that we’re in the fourth quarter, it’s time to think about what you can do to help minimize your liabilities for the 2019 tax season and…
Read MoreMedicare Update
Medicare Update Some hard-working, taxpaying Americans get angry when they hear Social Security called an entitlement program, perhaps because the word “entitlement” has come to have a connotation with welfare…
Read MoreThe Economics of Immigration
The Economics of Immigration The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania has conducted extensive studies on the effects of immigration on America’s economy. In light of heightened…
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