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The Cannabis Industry: What Are the Opportunities and Risks for Investors?
The legalized cannabis industry has been on fire over the past several years, mimicking the lucrative growth of the tobacco and alcohol industries in the 20th century. Once considered a risky and illicit market, cannabis has become increasingly mainstream as states...
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Despite the tech cold war with China, Wall Street says Salesforce is in a strong position and will see little impact
Salesforce beat Wall Street earnings expectations, reporting a 24% increase in revenue. But with trade uncertainties roiling global markets, is CRM poised for continued growth in the months ahead? Principal Brian Pirri shared his thoughts with Business Insider. Read...
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Salesforce forecasts full-year results above expectations, shares rise
Principal Brian Pirri weighed in on CRM’s strong Q1 revenue growth, explaining to Sanyanti Chakraborty of Reuters that “Salesforce is in the early stages of international expansion.”
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New England Investment & Retirement Group May 2019 Market Commentary
At New England Investment & Retirement Group, we offer our monthly market outlook to help educate and inform our clients.
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The Return of “Sell in May and Go Away”: Nick Giacoumakis Appears on TD Ameritrade Network’s ‘Market on Close’
Yesterday, our President and Founder Nick Giacoumakis was featured on TD Ameritrade Network’s “Market on Close.” During the appearance, Nick weighed in on recent market volatility, revised Q1 GDP numbers and sectors of opportunity in the current market environment. ...
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College-Bound Family? Look to 529 Plans for Mutual Tax Benefits and Flexibility
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.” Admirable in theory, but with college costs on the rise and student loan debt reaching unprecedented levels, many parents and grandparents are grappling with when and how to start investing in a child’s education. Fortunately, there’s a savings vehicle to help families realize the full value of this vital investment: 529 plans.
read moreWealthy Clients Vulnerable To Audits Despite Depleted IRS Budget
Director of Tax Planning Glenn DiBenedetto shares his insight on IRS staff reductions and audit triggers for high-income tax returns with Financial Advisor Magazine.
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Market Memo: Trade Headwinds Send Investors Mixed Signals
Strength across risk-assets fueled investor optimism despite ongoing to U.S.-China trade negotiations, low inflation, BREXIT, geopolitical tensions and slowing global growth. Realized 30-day equity volatility collapsed just 9.0 percent and ranked among the lowest...
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Earnings & Economic Data: Nick Giacoumakis Appears on TD Ameritrade Network’s ‘Morning Trade Live’
This week, our President and Founder Nick Giacoumakis was featured on TD Ameritrade Network’s “Morning Trade Live.” During the appearance, Nick was asked to weigh in on recent economic data, sectors of opportunity in the equity market and expectations ahead of this...
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