Market Insights

BABA vs. AMZN A great question was posed to me today about Amazon.com. “Is Amazon still a good stock investment?” This was asked by a “barista” (aka. “bartender in a coffee shop”) at Starbucks who I see a few times a week when a go for a cup.  My answer was Amazon.com is a proven leading … Continue reading “Portfolio Update…BABA vs AMZN”

While preparations are underway to toast to a new year with the raise of a glass, I hope this time finds you with fond memories of the year soon to pass. How quickly a new year comes as another one ends, I hope you ring in 2018 with family and friends. It is that time … Continue reading “New Year Outlook 2018”

May the good things of life be yours in abundance not only at Thanksgiving but throughout the coming year. Wishing You and Yours a Happy Thanksgiving John Gardner & Greg Costa

As we pause to recognize all we are thankful for, we want to thank you for your continued  trust and confidence in us.  Thank you! Wishing You and Yours a Happy Thanksgiving John Gardner & Greg Costa

Save the Date New Year 2018!  Client Appreciation Night Our way to say Thank You & wish you a Happy New Year! Thursday, January 25, 2018 5:30p – 8:30p Blackhawk Automotive Museum

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The ERPE family is taking action on behalf of our friends in Texas by supporting American Red Cross. If you’d like to join in our efforts, please visit their site here

North Korea Tensions Hit Stocks as Volatility Spikes We have not seen  a decline in the major U.S. stock indices like today’s since mid-May. The S&P 500’s  biggest one-day drop in almost three months was triggered by an increasingly aggressive exchange of threats between the United States and North Korea.  U.S. stocks  steepened their losses … Continue reading “Today’s Market Update…North Korea”

Political Pressures Spark Stock Sell-off The drama surrounding Washington  finally caught up to the U.S. equity markets, as the political turmoil pressured stocks in a spike of volatility a sharp sell-off. US markets began today’s session with heavy losses on reports that President Trump asked then FBI Director Comey to end the investigation into former … Continue reading “Today’s market update…Political Pressure”

Today is a good day for our pet health care stock (and hopefully another healthy day for all of our pets). VCA, Inc., which we enjoy referring to by its stock symbol “WOOF,” announced this morning that it is being acquired by Mars, Inc. Under the terms of the deal, Mars will pay $93 as … Continue reading “Portfolio Update 1.9.17”

2017 Outlook As another new year begins, we are happy to offer our outlooks for the markets and economy in 2017.  What’s ahead for 2017?  While uncertainty is high and optimism is cautious, here are some of our insights and expectations for the year ahead. We Wish You a Happy & Healthy New Year! John … Continue reading “New Year Outlook 2017”