Khalil Williams - Financial Advisor

01/09/2024

The markets pulled back last week as investors focused on employment readings. In the Weekly Market Commentary, Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the data and why wage growth remains a concern for the Fed.

The latest employment and wage data underscores why rates may need stay higher for longer. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

12/19/2023

Equities notched a record week in anticipation of rate cuts in the first half of 2024. In the Weekly Market Commentary, Chief Investment Office Brent Schutte looks at the data and why the optimism may be premature.

A softer tone by Fed Chair Powell ignited a surge in the markets, but is it premature? Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

12/12/2023

Equities continued to climb last week as some employment data opened the door for easing wage pressures, but are the improvements sustainable? Get the latest from Brent Schutte in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Last week’s employment data offered some encouraging news, but is it enough to erase the Fed’s fears of wage inflation? Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

12/05/2023

Equities continued to rally as investors embraced soft economic data as a sign the Fed is done raising rates, but what if the slowdown gains momentum? Get the latest from Brent Schutte in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Investors continued to cheer signs of an economic slowdown, but can it last? Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

11/27/2023

Happy Monday Everybody,
Today I’m reminded of something

That the main factor of success is perseverance

If you are unwilling to quit on your goals, success is inevitable

If you are bold to continue in the face of failure, you will eventually find success

Today’s not the day to quit

Blessings on the journey!

11/21/2023

Last week’s surge in equities and strong market gains have sparked optimism, but are we ignoring warning signs about the economy? Get the latest from Brent Schutte in Northwestern Mutual’s Weekly Market Commentary.

Investor optimism over the past week may be a bit premature. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

11/14/2023

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed may hold rates higher for longer and how that may impact the economy going forward.

A pullback in bond yields has investors once again hoping for a soft landing. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

11/07/2023

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed is likely to hold rates higher for longer and what that means for economic growth.

The latest jobs data has investors expecting an end to rate hikes. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

10/31/2023

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why consumer spending may be sending a false signal about the economy.

The latest data points to a still growing economy, but concerns are growing. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

10/23/2023

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why a pause in rate hikes may not prevent an economic downturn.

Investors grow more concerned about rising yields and a higher-for-longer stance by the Fed. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

10/17/2023

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the latest inflation data and how it may impact the Fed’s thinking on rates.

The latest inflation data may highlight the risks of strong wage growth. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.