Johnson Investment Counsel was named a Top Workplace by The Cincinnati Enquirer for the 11th year in a row. "Cincinnati Top Workplaces." Cincinnati Enquire, 5/29/2024.
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager Tony Kure, CFP offers insight into 529 plans for college savings, recommending opening this tax-favored account as soon as a child is born. “Interest on Federal Student Loans is Rising to 6.53%.” The New York Times, 5/24/2024.
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager Tony Kure, CFP offers insights into different vehicles available to build a retirement paycheck, focusing specifically on annuities. “How to Build Your Retirement Paycheck – And Make It Last.” Barron’s, 5/24/2024.
Chief Investment Officer Charles Rinehart, CFA, CAIA weighs in on Apple’s Q2 2024 earnings report, noting that although iPhone sales were down a bit, they held on to their profitability. “Apple Sales Fall as iPhone, China Businesses Remain Sluggish.” Wall Street Journal, 5/2/2024.
Managing Director Dean Moulas, CFA, featured in Fanfare Magazine on why Johnson Investment Counsel has been involved with Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra since 2002. “Why We Give.” Fanfare Magazine, 3/1/2024.
Chief Investment Officer Charles Rinehart, CFA, CAIA weighs in on the factors influencing the price of gold, noting that real interest rates historically are closely tied to gold prices however geopolitical uncertainty plays as role as well. “What will gold be worth by the end of 2024? Here’s what some experts predict.” CBS MoneyWatch, 4/30/2024.
Senior Research Analyst Bill Jung, CFA weighs in on Fifth Third Bancorp’s first-quarter earnings report, noting how Fifth Third continues to distinguish itself as a leading deposit franchise. “Fifth Third CEO Tim Spence explains how bank’s 1Q earnings show it’s handling tough environment.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 4/23/2024.
Senior Research Analyst Joe Abbott, CFA weighs in on Procter & Gamble’s first earnings report of 2024, noting P&G is executing well although the market environment across a few regions remains challenging. “P&G reports strong profits, but misses mark on sales for a second quarter in a row.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 4/19/2024.
Johnson Trust Company is pleased to announce Trust Counsel Alethea Teh Busken, Esq., has earned her Certification in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law from the Ohio Bar Association. This rigorous certification allows attorneys to position themselves as specialists in their field. Alethea is one of only 13 lawyers in the state to be newly certified this year.
Managing Director and Portfolio Manager Brandon Zureick, CFA weighs in on March inflation data and the impact it is likely to have on Federal Reserve rate cut decisions this year. Noting that these higher-than-expected inflation numbers are likely to mean few rate cuts this year than initially anticipated. "Investors hold out for rate cuts as inflation rises.” Spectrum News 1, 4/14/2024.
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