By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire The 2023 rally continued in the first quarter of 2024 as a positive combination of stable economic growth,
What Is Going On With Rising Energy Prices?
By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire The trajectory of energy prices in 2023 presented a fascinating yet complex narrative that affected consumers
March Federal Reserve Meeting and Fixed Income Strategy Update
By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire The Federal Reserve concluded their March 19th/20th meeting by leaving interest rates unchanged, per the
Live Oak’s Interest Rate Update
By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire In January, we received several inflation reports that indicated inflation is not coming down as fast as
Stocks Rebound and Post Best Return Since 2021
By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire Markets staged an impressive reversal in the fourth quarter thanks to a surprise bullish pivot by the Federal
December Interest Rate Update
By Matthew Gaude & Shawn McGuire As the bond markets entered November, we have seen an extraordinary decline in interest rates, over 100 basis