Bill Jung, CFA, Senior Research Analyst, noted a mixed but balanced quarter for Fifth Third Bank. Read more about Bill’s insights in the full article. “Fifth Third CEO offers insight on how tariffs are affecting business borrowing.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 4/21/2025.
Johnson Investment Counsel’s Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, Tony Kure, recently shared his expert insights with InvestmentNews on how retirees should navigate the challenges of a below-inflation cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and broader concerns about the future of Social Security. “First COLA prediction since tariffs is out; is it time to claim Social Security?” InvestmentNews, 4/11/2025.
Johnson Investment Counsel is honored to be ranked 8th in Columbus Business First’s Largest Central Ohio Financial Planners – Fee-Only list. This ranking, based on assets under management as reported by individual firms, reflects our continued commitment to providing trusted, independent financial guidance. We remain dedicated to serving our clients with personalized financial planning and investment management expertise. “Here are the 19 largest fee-only financial planning firms in Central Ohio.” Columbus Business First, 3/28/25.
Chief Executive Officer, Jason Jackman, CFA, spoke with InvestmentNews on the cost of consolidation from mergers and acquisitions and why Johnson has remained employee owned. Read the full article here: “Why these RIA firms are sitting out the M&A trend.” InvestmentNews, 3/24/2025.
Retirement brings new financial challenges, but it also opens up unique opportunities for smart tax planning. Tony Kure, CFP, discusses one of the most crucial periods— the "Golden Window"—a strategic period when retirees can take proactive steps to minimize their lifetime tax burden and secure long-term financial success. Understanding and leveraging this window can make a significant difference in preserving wealth for the years ahead. “The Golden Window: A Top Tax Strategy for the Right Retirees.” Kiplinger, 3/1/2025.
In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, Charles Rinehart, CFA, CAIA, Chief Investment Officer, discussed Apple’s earnings. Although iPhone sales did not deliver on expectations Charles noted there is no reason to believe that once AI features are more robust consumers will upgrade. “Apple iPhone Sales Shrink Slightly as Investors Await AI Payoff.” Wall Street Journal, 1/30/2025.
Bill Jung, CFA, Senior Research Analyst, offered some insight to Steve Watkins about Fifth Third’s steady performance this quarter. Read more about Bill’s insights in the full article. “Fifth Third CEO talks about why business owners are more likely to borrow this year.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 1/22/2025.
Joe Abbott, CFA, Senior Research Analyst, commented on Procter & Gamble’s quarterly earnings, highlighting strong execution and market share gains, despite the global challenges. Read more of Joe’s insights in the full article. “How P&G overcame obstacles to surprise analysts, boost market value.” 1/22/2025
Jason Jackman, CEO, recently joined Steve Watkins to discuss the firm's achievement of surpassing $20 billion in assets under management. Jackman emphasized that while growth is a significant milestone, the importance of the growth is that we are helping more people than we ever have before. Read the full article here: “Johnson Investment Counsel crosses major milestone.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 1/16/2025.
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager Tony Kure, CFP offers insight into different strategies for claiming Social Security benefits. “What Is the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit in 2025?” U.S. News and World Report, 1/13/2025.
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As we close 2025 and flip the calendar to 2026, we can look back at generally strong markets facing the cross-currents of economic and geopolitical uncertainty. These factors and scenarios have one thing in common: they are out of our control. Realizing this, we created a financial “checklist” for tactics we do control, which could have a positive effect on cash flow, balance sheets, and peace of mind as we close the book on another year.
Coming soon! This year's annual Wealth Management Forum will be available beginning February 5th at 4pm ET. CEO Jason Jackman will provide a firm update, and CIO Charles Rinehart and Managing Director Brandon Zureick will share a detailed economic and market analysis.
Compassionate financial guidance for widows and widowers navigating life after loss. Discover practical steps, resources, and support from Johnson Investment Counsel to help you feel grounded and secure during this transition.
The market, like the weather, goes through seasons or cycles. Sometimes calm, sometimes stormy. With a portfolio designed to absorb shock and regulate your financial environment—through diversification, reliable income sources, and a clear plan—your financial thermostat can stay at a comfortable temperature no matter what the forecast says.
The financial impact of divorce can be complex — from managing your finances to restructuring wealth and planning for long-term security on your own. At Johnson Investment Counsel, we specialize in helping clients navigate these transitions with empathy, clarity, and support.
Beginning in 2026, a new provision within the SECURE 2.0 Act will mandate a significant change for the higher-earning employees over the age of 50: catch-up contributions must be made on a Roth (after-tax) basis. Though this shift has not been well publicized since the law was passed in 2024 but delayed implementation until 2026, it could carry substantial implications for both near-term tax strategy and long-term wealth planning.
This quarter’s market update from Chief Investment Officer Charles Rinehart, CFA, CAIA, the JIC Beyond the Numbers blog “The 2026 Roth Mandate for Catch-Up Contributions: A Subtle but Significant Shift in Retirement Savings” by Managing Director of Northeastern Ohio Market and Senior Portfolio Manager, Anthony Kure, CFP®, and, as always, catch up on all of your JIC employee news.
CIO, Charles Rinehart, CFA, CAIA, discusses how the markets may seem calm at a glance, but beneath the surface, 2025 has been a rollercoaster of tariff threats, geopolitical tensions, and surprising rebounds. From double-digit drops to record-setting rallies, this update reveals just how quickly sentiment can shift — and why discipline and long-term focus matter most.
Current and former P&G employees can learn more about their Profit Sharing Trust (PST) distribution options during this informative webinar. Former P&G Finance/Brand Management employee, Mike Stanis, CFA, CFP®, MBA, is a Portfolio Manager and the Procter and Gamble (P&G) Retirement Plans Director at JIC. He spent 17+ years with P&G and will share what he learned about transitioning from P&G so that you can make the best decisions for your family.
This month we turn to one of the most enduring debates in wealth and investment planning: whether to deploy investable cash all at once (lump sum investing or LSI) or to stagger entry over time through dollar cost averaging (DCA). While the academic evidence tilts strongly toward lump-sum investing, the emotional calculus is more nuanced.