Author: Montecito Capital Management The week ending November 14, 2025, brought a mixed performance across the major U.S. equity benchmarks: the S&P 500 edged up about +0.1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose approximately +0.3%, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped by
U.S. equities ended the week of November 8, 2025, with weaker retraction trends, as all three major indexes moved lower amidst a shift toward risk reduction. The S&P 500 fell about 1.6% for the week, the Dow declined roughly 1.2%,
Author: Montecito Capital Management. U.S. stocks finished October with broad gains, extending a steady rally that carried through both the week and the month. Renewed optimism over interest rates and stronger corporate results gave investors reason to stay constructive on
Author: Montecito Capital Management Businesses across the country are under increasing cost pressure, and many are now passing those higher costs on to consumers. According to the Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book, companies continue to report elevated input prices
Author: Montecito Capital Management Introduction: Managing money can feel overwhelming at times—juggling bills, planning for the future, and still trying to enjoy life today. Many of us want financial stability without sacrificing the moments that make life meaningful. The
Market Insights: What 2026 Could Hold for the S&P 500 High Hopes, High Valuations: Can Earnings Deliver What the Market Already Believes? Author: Montecito Capital Management Summary: Analysts remain broadly optimistic that easing inflation, rising productivity, and potential Federal