Q3 2019 Market Commentary + Outlook
Each quarter, Aldrich Wealth Partner Nicole Rice and Chief Investment Officer Darin Richards provide market commentary and make projections for the upcoming quarter. This conversation is accompanied by a deeper dive into market performance and outlook, as well as featured articles on popular topics such as retirement planning and changes in interest rates.
Equity markets continued their upward trajectory, notwithstanding increasing political concerns in the U.S., festering U.K. BREXIT uncertainty, and escalating trade rhetoric.
Against that backdrop, the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate target twice during the period and began to set the stage for further changes in policy.
All told, the S&P 500 Index added 1.5% for the quarter and 20.0% this year. Non-U.S. markets, as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index, fell -0.5%, despite strength across much of developed Asia.
Emerging markets, as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, declined -4.0% as the trade spat between the U.S. and China weighed heavily across much of Asia.
The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury fell sharply from 2.00% at the end of trading the previous quarter to 1.67% at quarter-end.
For more on market trends this quarter, watch Nicole’s interview with Darin, or read our entire quarterly market commentary.
Meet the Authors
Darin has been the CIO of Aldrich Wealth since 2004, where he spearheads the development and implementation of the firm’s investment philosophy, guides the investment committee, and co-manages the private wealth team. Darin has made over 50 appearances as a guest on CNBC Power Lunch and has been quoted in several publications, including The Wall…
Darin's EXPERTISE
- Series 7 and 63 security exams
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®)
Nicole has dedicated her entire professional career to helping business owners and corporate executives achieve their wealth accumulation and preservation goals. In her role as chief growth officer, Nicole identifies and fosters new opportunities that align with Aldrich Wealth’s strategic growth initiatives, continuing the firm’s established positive trajectory and long-standing entrepreneurial spirit. Nicole’s prowess spans…
Nicole's EXPERTISE
- Developing strategic growth initiatives
- Individual wealth management
- Certified public accountant
- Retirement planning
- Series 65 securities exam
