Khalil Williams - Financial Advisor

The markets pulled back last week as investors focused on employment readings. In the Weekly Market Commentary, Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the data and why wage growth remains a concern for the Fed.

Latest Employment Data Highlights the Fed’s Challenge The latest employment and wage data underscores why rates may need stay higher for longer. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Equities notched a record week in anticipation of rate cuts in the first half of 2024. In the Weekly Market Commentary, Chief Investment Office Brent Schutte looks at the data and why the optimism may be premature.

Markets Surge as Investors Eye Rate Cuts in Early 2024 A softer tone by Fed Chair Powell ignited a surge in the markets, but is it premature? Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed may hold rates higher for longer and how that may impact the economy going forward.

Are Investors Underestimating the Fed’s Resolve? A pullback in bond yields has investors once again hoping for a soft landing. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why a pause in rate hikes may not prevent an economic downturn.

An End to Rate Hikes May Not Be Enough to Prevent an Economic Downturn Investors grow more concerned about rising yields and a higher-for-longer stance by the Fed. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.