[Cup of Joe] Market Forecasts and Better Questions to Ask
December’s Cup of Joe looks at why annual market forecasts are often unreliable and what investors should focus on instead. Joe breaks down historical market returns, the wide gap between predictions and reality, and how shifting the conversation toward portfolio structure, risk management, and controllable decisions leads to better long term outcomes.
[Cup of Joe] Passive vs Active Investment Strategies
November’s Cup of Joe looks at passive and active investing, how each works, and when one may have an edge. Joe breaks down the strengths and tradeoffs of index funds, the value of selective management, and why using both can create stronger balance through changing markets.
[Cup of Joe] Government Shutdown & “Is the Market Going to Crash?”
Watch October’s Cup of Joe to learn how a government shutdown and rising market anxiety could affect investors. Joe explains why shutdowns are typically short-lived, how the size of the U.S. economy helps limit lasting effects, and why current valuations may lead to short-term profit-taking. He also discusses how the Argent Bridge Investment Committee recently rebalanced portfolios by trimming U.S. equities, restoring bonds to full target weight, and modestly increasing international exposure to maintain balance through uncertainty. Finally, Joe shares perspective on recent “market crash” headlines and why today’s market appears more grounded in strong fundamentals than in speculation.
[Cup of Joe] Lessons To Remember from this Unique Year
Watch August’s Cup of Joe to learn why staying invested matters more than trying to time the market. Joe highlights the risks of missing the best market days, explains why bull markets last longer than downturns, and shares how patience and consistency can strengthen long-term returns.
[Cup of Joe] Timing the Market vs Time In the Market
Watch August’s Cup of Joe to learn why staying invested matters more than trying to time the market. Joe highlights the risks of missing the best market days, explains why bull markets last longer than downturns, and shares how patience and consistency can strengthen long-term returns.
[Cup of Joe] Mid-Year Check In
Watch July’s Cup of Joe for a mid-year market check-in. See how different asset classes performed through June 30th and learn why diversification continues to be your strongest defense against volatility. Get insight into what our Investment Committee is discussing, including the role of active management and the hidden risks of sitting in cash.
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[Cup of Joe] All About Single-Stock Risk
Watch June’s Cup of Joe to learn why single-stock risk matters. Understand how concentrated holdings, volatility, and timing risk can impact your portfolio—and why diversification helps. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for thoughtful financial insights designed to help you stay focused on what you can control.
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[Cup of Joe] Control What You Can Control… Here’s How
Watch May’s Cup of Joe for tips on staying grounded when markets shift. Learn how to manage big expenses, filter the news, and prepare your response ahead of time. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for thoughtful financial insights designed to help you stay focused on what you can control.
[Cup of Joe] Out of Crisis Comes, Divergence
We encourage you to watch our State of the Markets webcast with a guest Panelist from JP Morgan. It covers many of the important, fundamental topics that investors should be focusing on at the moment. Soon to be available on our Youtube channel.
[Cup of Joe] Diversification in a Deteriorating Market
State of the Markets: Top 5 Questions – Webcast on Thursday, 3/27 at 11:00 AM EST. With guest commentator from JP Morgan.
Market Turbulence
US stock indexes are experiencing considerable volatility driven by the uncertainty from policy shake ups, primarily with tariffs. The US market started the year at already-expensive levels. And price declines of 5% to 10% are common occurrences. The market may be waiting for uncertainty to diminish before it switches back into growth mode.