U.S. stock market forecast ahead of the 2022 midterm elections
U.S. midterm election years have generally been the weakest for the stock market in a presidential term. Will history forecast how the upcoming elections affect the U.S. stock markets?
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Through Thick And Thin
2020 was without a doubt an interesting year. Despite all the challenges, the economy rebounded sharply. What does the future have in store for 2021?
A Leader’s Legacy – Saying Farewell to Tom Wilkins
Recently, Thomas W. Wilkins retired as CEO of Trust Company of Oklahoma after 30 years serving our clients. He will remain as Chairman of our Board of Directors and the values he has instilled in all of us are his strongest legacy.
Subzero Oil Prices and the Storage Problem
U.S. crude sold at -$37.63 a barrel on Monday, a historic drop below zero. How did we get to this point in the oil and gas industry?
Outlast The Storm
You can’t control the stock markets nor stop COVID-19. Managing investments in the midst of the pandemic.
Don’t Let Fear Paralyze You
In times of uncertainty with stock market and health concerns, it is easy to let fear paralyze us. Read Lesa Creveling’s article.
Doing the Limbo
Our Chief Investment Officer looks back at 2019. Stock returns were very strong, but the bond market forced investors to play the limbo game.
Bob McCormick Hits the Open Road
Our colleague is taking an early retirement at the end of the year. Although we don’t normally announce retirements in this publication, it is important to note a few of Bob’s lasting impacts on us, his colleagues.
2019 Taxes Cheat Sheet
Easily find out how much you owe the IRS on income taxes, long-term investment capital gains taxes, or trust taxes. A printable cheat sheet to keep on your desk.
The Return of Volatility
It was a challenging year for investors. We wrapped up 2018 with a second 10% correction for the year. What’s driving investor anxiety and how does 2019 look like for the markets?
Tariffs And Raisins – Children Pick Up On The Darndest Things
The Trump administration recently imposed steep tariffs on several countries, including China. In retaliation, China imposed tariffs on American products. This isn’t the first time the U.S. grapples with competitive tariffs, though. Learn more about our country’s history of tariff conflicts and the current conflict’s impact on our economy.
Decrypting the Bitcoin Bubble
The cryptocurrency’s meteoric rise in 2017 had the investment community in awe. Today, the Bitcoin phenomenon has turned into a bloodbath. Investors’ confidence is gone. Read an interview with Senior Vice President Michael Abboud about Bitcoin’s rise and fall.
Investment Perspectives – Tech Talk
Tech companies are disproportionally driving stock market returns and capturing the majority of national headlines. But haven’t we seen this (scary) movie before, during the “Tech Bubble?”
Cautiously Optimistic
Money managers are supposed to be cautiously optimistic over time.
Should Anyone Buy Bonds?
Past performance is not a predictor of future results.
Multi-Coping
Innovation Everywhere, Except in the Numbers
Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain
A close look at where the interest rates may be headed.
Predictably Unpredictable
What a predictable year it’s been.
A Tale of Two Halves
We were in the midst of March Madness when I realized the first quarter of 2016 was like a basketball game for the markets, comprised of two unique halves.
April 2016 Investment Perspectives
Pets Welcome
The Markets: Past and Future
The Markets: Past and Future
Spotlight: Tulsa Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Learn to Love the Pullbacks
A Better 401(k)
Learn to Love the Pullbacks
That’s What Trusts Are For
Learn to Love the Pullbacks
The Gift of Lasting Generosity
Multi-Coping
Hope Springs Eternal
Hope Springs Eternal
Climbing The Wall Of Worry
Climbing The Wall Of Worry
Learn to Love the Pullbacks
Learn to Love the Pullbacks
Dangerous Words
There are five words investors should always use with caution: “It is different this time”. In this article Bob suggests two unusual suspects which may explain why “different” may be happening now.
Taxes & Scams, Ham & Eggs
Tax season is unnerving enough without scammers preying on you. In this article, Bob shares the latest scam to be wary of.
Will the Bull Stumble in 2014?
Will the Bull Stumble in 2014?
Planning For What Matters Most!
Will the Bull Stumble in 2014?
Spotlight: Blue Star Mothers
Will the Bull Stumble in 2014?
Making the Right Choice for What You Can’t Take With You
Will the Bull Stumble in 2014?
It’s Better To Be Safe Than Sorry
David Stanley offers some helpful questions that we should be asking our financial advisors.
All Eyes On The Fed
Jim Arens discusses what the new year might hold for both stocks and bonds and whether the strong stock returns of 2013 are likely to continue.
Don’t Let Your Digital Assets Evaporate Into the Cloud
In this article, Melissa Taylor sheds light on a subject that has never crossed the minds of many, Digital Assets & Estate Planning.
Just How Safe Are Bonds?
In this article, Zac Reynolds shares his insights on the market and the safety of Bonds.
Business Viewpoint: Bob McCormick analyzes Fed’s position on interest rates
Featured in the Tulsa World on May 13th, 2013, Bob McCormick explains what is likely to happen to bond investments when interest rates go up.
Are Your Assets Protected?
In this article, Michael Hairston discusses a variety of asset protection options to consider in this uncertain world.
Making Cents
In the December 2012 issue of Tulsa People
Avoiding A Fall Off The Fiscal Cliff
With the presidential election only a month away, the “fiscal cliff” looming at the end of this year, and the potential for significant increases in taxes beginning next year, investors are focusing on what might happen and what they should do about it.
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