Stocks and bonds defied the adage, “sell in May and go away,” ending the month in the black. The much anticipated earnings of Nvidia beat expectations again, fueling a rally in growth stocks and supporting broader market returns. The S&P … Continued
The S&P sold off 4.1% in April with equity markets reacting to rising interest rates and elevated inflation prints. Large-cap stocks outperformed, while small-cap stocks continue to be sensitive to long-term interest rates with the Russell 2000 selling off 7% … Continued
All asset classes were in the black in March as markets saw no signs of an economic slowdown in the U.S. in the first quarter, while the Federal Reserve continues its efforts to steer the economy to a safe landing. … Continued
Under the UUA’s community investment matching program, the UUA matched a congregation’s investment in a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with an investment of its own in the same amount (maximum $10,000), term (maximum 3 years), and interest rate as … Continued
A slew of stronger-than-expected economic and corporate earnings data bolstered global stocks in February. The S&P 500 Index hit multiple milestones during the month: it surpassed 5000 and Nvidia set a record for the largest single-day market capitalization gain of … Continued
Asset returns were mixed in January as better-than-expected economic returns and a hawkish Federal Reserve weighed on markets. The U.S. economy expanded at an annualized rate of 3.3% in the fourth quarter fueled by strong consumer spending. Spending data released … Continued
On the heels of a Fed pivot, bonds and equities rallied in December to finish the year strong. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell appeared dovish during the Federal Reserve meeting last month, which was all markets needed to fuel a Santa … Continued
Risk-on sentiment washed over markets in November as softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data strengthened investors’ belief that the Federal Funds rate had peaked, emboldening them to price in more aggressive interest rate cuts in 2024. Fed Funds futures now reflect four … Continued
Stocks and bonds sold off in October as strong economic data underscored expectations that interest rates will remain higher for longer. The U.S. economy expanded at a faster-than-expected pace, rising at an annualized rate of 4.9% in the third quarter, … Continued
September, 2023 This is a quarterly update on environmental, social and governance (ESG) actions of the UU Common Endowment of the Unitarian Universalist Association. The UUCEF currently holds about $250 million in investments on behalf of hundreds of UU organizations, … Continued