May 2023 Update: Thoughts on Long-Term Investing, Media Subscription Creep, and Life Lessons

 

I hope May treated you well. This month's update provides information on investing in stocks for the long run, controlling digital subscription creep, and life lessons from a legendary Wall Street Banker. 

• The Stock Market Usually Goes Up (But Sometimes It Goes Down) from Ben Carlson - Ben provides valuable data on how often the stock market has gone through bear markets and how it has performed over the long term. The data also helps us remember the futility of trying to time the stock market. 

• Subscription Price Creep Is Real. Our Guide to Pushing Back from Wall Street Journal - A number of people struggle with the number of digital subscriptions they have. The WSJ reporter provides a game plan and tactics for managing your subscriptions. 

• The 24 Rules for Success Left Behind by a Legendary Wall Street Banker from Bloomberg - Sometimes you read something that reinforces how to live your life. This article is one of them. 

 

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Sincerely,
William E. Hawes, CFA, CFP®
President and Chief Investment Officer
Candor Asset Advisors
 
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Disclosures
Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Candor Asset Advisors, LLC, a registered investment adviser. Consult your attorney, CPA, real estate or insurance professional for advice in those areas. Links to third-party articles are for informational/marketing purposes only.