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Q3 Earnings Should Be Fine, but Expectations Beyond This Quarter Are High | Weekly Market Commentary | October 21, 2024

Q3 Earnings Should Be Fine, but Expectations Beyond This Quarter Are High | Weekly Market Commentary | October 21, 2024

by arleneadmin | Oct 21, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Printer Friendly Version The bar for third quarter earnings is low, with analysts currently expecting only about a 3% increase in S&P 500 earnings per share (EPS). That low bar and a supportive economic environment points to potential upside. However, stocks may...
Just When We Recalibrated, Another Shock Arrived | Weekly Market Commentary | October 7, 2024

Just When We Recalibrated, Another Shock Arrived | Weekly Market Commentary | October 7, 2024

by arleneadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Printer Friendly Version Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell said last month’s decision to cut the fed funds target rate by a half percentage point was due to a “recalibrating” policy, as the Fed follows its dual mandate regarding inflation and growth. The new...
Gold Rally Is No Flash in the Pan | Weekly Market Commentary | September 30, 2024

Gold Rally Is No Flash in the Pan | Weekly Market Commentary | September 30, 2024

by arleneadmin | Sep 30, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Printer Friendly Version When it comes to investing, gold may be the antithesis of artificial intelligence (AI). The precious metal has acted as a store of value for thousands of years with zero technological innovation — gold is discovered, not developed. Gold is...
Policy Crosscurrents: Potential Market Impacts | Weekly Market Commentary | September 23, 2024

Policy Crosscurrents: Potential Market Impacts | Weekly Market Commentary | September 23, 2024

by arleneadmin | Sep 23, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Of course, last week’s headliner was Jerome Powell and the Federal Reserve (Fed) cutting rates by a half percent on Wednesday, September 18, the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in 2020. The Fed “pause” ended at 423 days and now stands as the...
Election Implications on the Municipal Market | Weekly Market Commentary | September 16, 2024

Election Implications on the Municipal Market | Weekly Market Commentary | September 16, 2024

by arleneadmin | Sep 16, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

With the first presidential debate behind us, it’s safe to say election season is in full swing. While last week’s debate was light on economic policies, the future of tax policy (along with potential efforts to arrest elevated federal deficits) could have broad...
Second Quarter Earnings Recap:  Good, Not Great | Weekly Market Commentary | September 9, 2024

Second Quarter Earnings Recap: Good, Not Great | Weekly Market Commentary | September 9, 2024

by arleneadmin | Sep 9, 2024 | Research, Weekly Market Commentary

Second quarter earnings season is in the books, and it was a good one. S&P 500 companies collectively grew earnings at a double-digit pace for the first time in three years. Companies beat estimates at a solid 79% clip. Guidance from company CEOs and CFOs was...
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Mark Farnham

In 2009 Mark Farnham started his own LPL Financial branch in Dublin, Ohio. With over 20+ years in the financial service industry, Mark is committed to providing independent and objective advice while evaluating his clients’ whole financial picture.

Mark received his bachelor’s degree in Finance, and a second degree in risk management and insurance from the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University. He is also a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) from Northwestern University and an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS).

He received his CFP designation from Northwestern University and he also has his Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, Mark, his wife Laura and three children reside in Dublin, Ohio where he is very active in his community and family activities! Coaching his children in soccer and/or basketball are just a couple of things he does in his spare time. Mark is a parishioner of St. Brigid Church of Kildare, member of the Troy Elk’s Club, Freemasons, and has previously served on the board of directors for the Greater Dublin Kiwanis Club and as the Finance Chair for the St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Columbus, Ohio.

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Suzanne Shealy

Suzanne Shealy is the Administrative Assistant for Mark Farnham. She graduated from The Ohio State University and has 25+ years in client services including retail, business ownership and real estate. She handles the daily workflow for Mark and his clients. Suzanne is enthusiastic about growing her relationships, identifying their needs and creative problem solving. Originally from Chagrin Falls, Ohio, Suzanne resides in Dublin with her 3 young adults. She stays very active with her family, friends, tennis, hiking and traveling.

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Cindy Marion

Cindy Marion, is the Office Coordinator. She has over 22 years of Investment Client Service experience. She has worked for Edward Jones, Raymond James and Merrill Lynch throughout her career.

She handles the daily workflow of the team and is usually the person with whom you will interact with outside investment decisions. She takes pride in getting to know each client individually and making sure that their needs and expectations are addressed to enhance your client experience.

Cindy married her husband, Scott, in the winter of 1995. They reside in Ashville, Ohio with their daughter Hannah. Cindy is very active with Hannah’s travel softball. In her spare time she enjoys baking, cooking, and spending time with her family.