Matthew K. Sommer

2 months ago | kiplinger.com | Matthew K. Sommer |Janus Henderson Investors

The early part of a new year is the best time to make sure that you have everything you need to set yourself up for success for the remainder of the year. Yes, handling your finances can be very confusing, particularly with inflation and other variables forthcoming this year, so my suggestion is to start small with a simple three-item checklist: protect yourself from financial exploitation, reevaluate your investment strategy and conduct a financial housecleaning. 1.

Oct 31, 2024 | kiplinger.com | Matthew K. Sommer |Janus Henderson Investors

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election looms, investors are grappling with heightened uncertainty, even as markets rally. According to the latest Janus Henderson Investor Survey, 78% of respondents are concerned about the impact the election could have on their finances, surpassing other pressing worries like inflation, high interest rates and even the possibility of a recession.

Aug 12, 2024 | kiplinger.com | Matthew K. Sommer |Janus Henderson Investors

Financial exploitation is a growing threat affecting investors of all ages and wallet sizes. With the rise of sophisticated scams fueled by advancements in technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), it is crucial for individuals to stay vigilant. According to the FBI’s Elder Fraud Report, in 2023, more than 101,000 people age 60 and older were financially exploited, leading to nearly $3.4 billion in losses.

Feb 4, 2024 | pjstar.com | Matthew K. Sommer

Leslie Renken's article on Evelyn Alwan was great!! So encouraging reading it. Positive press is good. The article about Zach Oyler was extreme on the negative. None of us is prefect. He does a lot of good for Peoria. In a world of being negative, lets compliment, not criticize. Opinion:Actually, Illinois is a great place to do business right now. And Gov. Pritzker has helped

Mar 21, 2023 | kiplinger.com | Matthew K. Sommer |Janus Henderson Investors

Heightened geopolitical tensions, soaring inflation and the subsequent tightening of monetary conditions recently decimated the longest-running bull market in history and ushered in a rare bear market for both stocks and bonds. Along the way, investors understandably grew more anxious about the economy and the markets, but in a sign of remarkable resilience, most have stayed true to their long-term plans and remain invested.