In response to the financial crisis of 2008, the Federal Reserve (Fed) purchased over $4.2 trillion in bonds through a series of quantitative easing measures designed to push interest rates lower in an attempt to improve the environment for economic growth.

With the current US economic expansion quickly becoming the longest since WWII, many investors are asking for advice on what steps should be taken with their investment portfolios.

You've worked hard your whole life anticipating the day you could finally retire. Well, that day has arrived! But with it comes the realization that you'll need to carefully manage your assets to give them lasting potential.

Do you picture yourself owning a new home, starting a business, or retiring comfortably? These are a few of the financial goals that may be important to you, and each comes with a price tag attached.

We address key factors impacting the economy, monetary policy, and financial markets. This outlook summarizes our viewpoints on these topics and factors to watch as we emerge into 2019.