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Stephen H Akin
Dec 20, 20232 min read
Merry Christmas
Happy Holidays and all the best to you in the year to come! As we come to the end of the year here are a few savvy financial moves to...
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Stephen H Akin
Dec 14, 20232 min read
Santa Claus Rally
Commentators often refer to a Santa Claus Rally when the stock market rises in December. The Santa Claus Rally is just one of many...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 29, 20234 min read
Beige Book shows slowing
The final Beige Book report of 2023 has been released by the FRB of Atlanta. This report was prepared by the Federal Resereve Bank of...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 27, 20232 min read
Banks Borrow More
The Bank Term Funding Program continues increase. The Bank Term Funding program that was created in March 2023 shows that banks are...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 14, 20233 min read
Moody's Downgrade
"This is a decision I disagree with" Statement from Treasury Secretary Yellen Front Running this weeks meeting between President Biden...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 14, 20232 min read
U.S. Economy in Global Context
U.S. Outpaces on Economic Growth, Labor Market Strength, and Inflation Reduction The U.S. Department of the Treasury released an analysis...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 14, 202311 min read
Liquidity and Financial Stability
Fed ACH operator "Electronic Processing Network" experienced delays in deposit posting From the Federal Reserve: “On November 3, 2023, a...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 10, 20236 min read
Veterans Day
Invites you to join in the celebration of our Veterans! Each year we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation....
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 9, 20233 min read
IRS Increases 401k & IRA limits
The Internal Revenue Service announced increased limits into individual retirement plans. 401(k) limit increases to $23,000 for 2024, IRA...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 5, 20233 min read
Akin Investments
Your Expert Partner in a Complex World Akin Investments - Solutions for a Complex World In today's complex financial landscape, it's...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 30, 20231 min read
Savvy Year End Moves
As we approach year end here are some financial strategies to consider. Here’s How To Gift Stock Shares to Your Loved Ones This Holiday...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 18, 20233 min read
Net Worth Surges
The 2022 Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF) is the most recent survey conducted. Today the Federal Reserve released both the 2022 Survey...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 16, 20236 min read
Luxembourg
Treasury Secretary Yellen Speaks at Euro group Finance Ministers Meeting in Luxembourg. October 16, 2023 As Prepared for Delivery Hello...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 4, 20237 min read
Sixteen Tons
Saint Peter don't you call 'cause I can't go, I owe my soul to the company store. The song has a great description of debt bondage.
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Stephen H Akin
Sep 27, 20233 min read
T1 = Next Day Settlement Cash
Shortening the Securities Transaction Settlement Cycle! Final rules will shorten the process for settling securities transactions from...
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Stephen H Akin
Sep 18, 20235 min read
Tax Loss Harvesting
Tax loss harvesting can help you offset taxes on capital gains. We break down how it works in this article. Tax Loss harvesting Works...
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Stephen H Akin
Sep 12, 20233 min read
78th UNGA
Akin Investments review of the UN General Assembly. UN Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Charitable Giving and Treasury Secretary Yellen
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Stephen H Akin
Sep 5, 20232 min read
Expanding Retirement Savings
Expanding Retirement Savings
Akin Investments looks at the Secure Act 2.0 Enhancements to Americans' retirement security. Expanding Coverage
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Stephen H Akin
Aug 27, 20234 min read
Ahoy Investors!
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powells Jackson Hole Speech landed in our Wheelhouse! Powell Says: “We are navigating by the stars under...
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Stephen H Akin
Aug 22, 20231 min read
Charleston
Akin Investments has relocated to Charleston, South Carolina. As announced June 26, 2023 Akin Investments has moved to Charleston, South...
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