facebook twitter instagram linkedin google youtube vimeo tumblr yelp rss email podcast phone blog search brokercheck brokercheck Play Pause

Open Window's Insight Articles


Applying science and good sense to organize order from chaos


Click here to be notified of new Insight Articles

   

A Post-Election Reflection (2024) Thumbnail

A Post-Election Reflection (2024)

No matter which political party is in power, your best chance for achieving your personal financial intentions remains the same. Above all, we hope you continue living according to your values while remembering this time-tested advice about your lifetime investments.

Read More
Presidential Elections & Market Results Thumbnail

Presidential Elections & Market Results

Although the outcome of the presidential election remains uncertain, one thing is guaranteed: a flood of opinions and predictions will emerge in the days ahead. With that in mind, let’s take a look back at how U.S. markets have historically reacted during or after elections. Can you spot any consistent patterns?

Read More
Trump & Harris: A Tax Policy Deep Dive Thumbnail

Trump & Harris: A Tax Policy Deep Dive

The tax policies proposed by former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris highlight and contrast their different economic visions. Awareness of these policies and proposals is part of making an informed decision on Election Day. Although these tax proposals could have significant impacts on individuals, businesses, and the overall economy, a balanced approach in your personal planning remains a prudent way forward.

Read More
How Much Impact Does the President Have on Stocks? Thumbnail

How Much Impact Does the President Have on Stocks?

The anticipation building up to elections often brings with it questions about how financial markets will respond. Fortunately, the outcome of an election is only one of many inputs to the market. This interactive exhibit examines data for nearly 100 years of US presidential terms and shows a consistent upward march for US stocks regardless of the administration in place.

Read More
Mid-term Elections & Market Results Thumbnail

Mid-term Elections & Market Results

While the outcomes of the November 2022 mid-term elections are uncertain, one thing we can count on is that plenty of opinions and prognostications will be floated in the months to come. Let's take a look at how U.S. markets have performed during or after a U.S. election. Can you identify a pattern?

Read More
Post-Election Reflections (2016) Thumbnail

Post-Election Reflections (2016)

On the morning after the 2016 presidential elections, it's important to remember that "America has faced the unknown since 1776. It’s just that sometimes people focus on the myriad of uncertainties that always exist while at other times they ignore them."

Read More