September Market Recap – What is the Money For?

Most investments declined in September, most notably US small-cap stocks, international stocks, and bonds. US large-cap stocks were slightly negative. For the year to date,

Markets rallied higher in August. US large-cap and international stocks did best, but US small-cap stocks also performed well. Bonds increased as well. For the

Markets had mixed results in July. International stocks increased, while all other asset classes declined. So far this year, all stock categories are up significantly,

Markets had mixed results in June. US small-cap stocks did best, while bonds also increased. International and US large-cap stocks declined in value. Halfway through

Markets continued their positive trajectory in May. US large and small-cap stocks did best, while international also did well. Bonds had lower, but still positive

Markets accelerated higher in April. US small-cap stocks did best, but large-cap and international also did well. Bonds, while much less volatile, also increased. For

Markets declined in March. International stocks went down most, followed by US small-cap and large-cap stocks. Bonds did the best on a relative basis. So