Conflicting Information from the Media & the Power of the Federal Reserve

by Delightra Bauman | Jun 1, 2020 | Market Update

Thanks to all our clients for exercising patience as we navigate the stormy waters of the stock and bond markets.   It has been more difficult because of conflicting information coming from the media where we often see data selectively manipulated to influence the...

COVID-19 Impact on Inflation and Deflation

by Delightra Bauman | May 18, 2020 | Market Update

While living in Argentina as a young missionary for my Church from 1975-77, I witnessed a strange phenomenon – Hyper Inflation.  For 15 years from 1975 to 1990, the annual rate of inflation averaged a remarkable 300%, meaning that the price level doubled every few...

New Website & Uncertain Times

by Delightra Bauman | May 12, 2020 | Market Update

We express our gratitude to you for allowing us to manage your investment portfolio, particularly during this chaotic time of Covid-19.  We appreciate your trust and confidence. Last week we announced our new website www.first-financial-advisors.com and our social...

Navigating the Storm: COVID 19 & Financial Markets

by Delightra Bauman | Mar 31, 2020 | Market Update