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First Wednesday of November

Regardless of your political affiliation, Wednesday was a tough day for markets. Typically the day-to-day changes in the market are not necessarily a concern to the long-term investor. However, there were some interesting developments yesterday. The following chart, which was published before the election, predicted reactions of some industries based on the victory of each respective party: These… Continue reading First Wednesday of November

Why Should I Invest Now?

Right now, investors are facing economic headwinds: slowing global growth, disappointing earnings releases, and the infamous approaching fiscal cliff. However, there are plenty of reasons to stay invested or start investing now, even with the fear and uncertainty that surrounds the financial landscape. Reasons to stay invested: Within the next year, uncertainties will dissipate. The fiscal cliff… Continue reading Why Should I Invest Now?

Economic and Stock Market Impacts of Costliest U.S. Hurricanes

S&P 500 Index return is computed over the year following dissipation of the hurricane. Most hurricanes occurred in either the third or beginning of the fourth quarter, so GDP quarter over quarter percentage changes are shown for the following year. Key takeaways Overall, historically there has been no significant impact on markets, the economy, or… Continue reading Economic and Stock Market Impacts of Costliest U.S. Hurricanes

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TeamMates Program Proves Rewarding for CLS Employees

Employees at CLS Investments, LLC and its parent company, NorthStar Financial Services Group, LLC, have a longstanding commitment to community involvement. Recently, former Nebraska Cornhuskers football coach and U.S. Congressman (R-NE3, 2001-2006) Tom Osborne presented to NorthStar employees about how to get involved with TeamMates Mentoring, a program he and his wife Nancy founded in… Continue reading TeamMates Program Proves Rewarding for CLS Employees

Adding Value with ETF Managed Portfolios

In Jason Zweig’s October 15th Wall Street Journal column titled, “When Cheap Funds Cost Too Much,” he provides investors with some excellent points regarding ETF managed portfolios, but also makes several points that could leave readers confused as to why ETF managed portfolios are growing so rapidly and have crossed $200 billion in assets. Mr.… Continue reading Adding Value with ETF Managed Portfolios

CLS employees did Halloween up right!

In celebration of Halloween, CLS employees were invited to show their creativity by dressing up in their scariest, funniest, or most clever costume. 2012 Winner Others in the spirit: 1709-CLS-10/31/2012

The Runner

Each year in October, hundreds of running teams from all over the Midwest gather to participate in the annual Market to Market relay. Teams of six to eight runners start the race in Omaha and run through 78 miles of trails, streets, gravel, sidewalks, and cornfields, eventually finishing in Lincoln. This year, several CLS employees… Continue reading The Runner

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