Earnings Forecasts and Stock Market Valuation: A Critical 2025 Outlook
In this week’s Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed explores the year-end financial outlook and predictions for 2025, highlighting the importance of earnings in driving stock prices rather than political factors. ➡️ About Chapwood Investments ⬅️ Since it was formed in 2005, Chapwood Investments has helped countless high-net-worth clients bring clarity and understanding to their […]
The Rising Cost of Living: Why Prices Won’t Drop Anytime Soon
In this week’s Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed discusses the rising cost of living in the U.S., noting that while the Consumer Price Index (CPI) shows a slower rate of inflation, prices remain high and unlikely to decrease.
Ed Butowsky Explains the Financial Ripple of Tariffs and Trade Policies
In this week’s Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed examines the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, aimed at addressing international trade disparities and drug trafficking. These tariffs could raise consumer prices and manufacturing costs, driving inflation. ➡️ About Chapwood Investments ⬅️ Since it was formed in 2005, Chapwood Investments […]
The Trump Effect: Is the Stock Market Truly Soaring?
In this week’s Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed cautions against overconfidence in the stock market following Donald Trump’s election. He notes that current valuations are overpriced, and many earnings expectations are unrealistic. He advises focusing on income-generating investments and maintaining liquidity to manage potential risks. Ed predicts the market will remain steady rather than […]
Beyond Politics: Assessing the True Value of the S&P 500 After Trump’s Win
In the most recent Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed discusses the implications of Donald Trump’s election victory on the stock market, noting a significant increase in the S&P 500 index. However, Ed is cautions against excessive optimism, emphasizing that the stock market can be unforgiving to those who do not fully understand its dynamics. […]
Catch 22
Ed Butowsky discusses the importance of evaluating financial advisors and investment portfolios through a specific question he has developed, referred to as the “Catch 22 Question.” This question is designed to assess the risk associated with an investment portfolio in relation to its expected rate of return. Ed emphasizes that if a financial advisor cannot […]
Round Table Recap: Tariffs, Oil Prices, and EV Growth Shape Economic Outlook
The recent Round Table discussion features experts Ed Butowsky, David Auerbach, Larry Ramer, and Michelle Connell. Key topics include RFK Jr.’s possible pharma impact under Trump, Trump Tariffs, oil prices vs. EV impact, and innovations in defense technology.
How America’s Rising Budget Deficit Drives Inflation and Costs You More
In the latest episode of Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, Ed discusses the critical issue of the United States’ primary budget deficit, particularly following Donald Trump’s victory in the recent election.
Shocking Inflation Data EXPOSED! What They’re Hiding From You!
Last week Marty Bent, founder of TFTC and Managing Partner at Ten31, sat down with Ed Butowsky to discuss the manipulation of the Consumer Price Index.