Last night, between the time my head hit the pillow and when I finally fell asleep, I wondered how much longer stocks could rally despite the amazingly awful economic data. To be sure, the US markets…
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Written By: Sam Clement Portfolio Manager, Wealth Management One of the biggest, and strangest, stories in the news has been negative oil prices. By negative, I mean literally negative, as in less than $0/barrel. With…
Reopening Local Economies People have conflicting opinions on the reopening of economies. The reality is, local politicians are in a lose-lose situation. You open it up to soon, infections increase but if you don’t, economic structural…
My wife is a pediatric audiologist, and you know what I do for a living if you are reading this. She views the current situation through a healthcare lens, whereas I see the world in economic…
David McGrath Associate Managing Director, Wealth Management A significant medical advancement in the fight against COVID-19 is crucial for the effective reopening of the US economy. Over the last several days, reports surrounding Gilead’s experimental…
COVID-19 and regime change? It could happen, as the coronavirus spreads throughout densely populated emerging economies. Do they have the capacity to test and treat the infected? Are those governments telling the truth? Will the local…
“Can you stand up? I do believe its working, good.” David Gilmore A few weeks ago, I started warning folks the economic data was going to start looking really weird. Obviously, it would be bad,…
While the relief checks are starting to be sent out, the safety and security of our clients, their families, and their commercial interest is our main priority. Please remember that while you are working from the…
Cyber Fraud in the Time of COVID-19 by Trent Green Ahh….Spring 2020, warming temperatures, fragrant Spring breezes, the flowering of that most iconic of southern plants, the azalea, and COVID-19. Wait what??? Last year at this…
During these unprecedented times, Oakworth’s commitment to our community has not waivered. Oakworth has chosen to support Frontline Heroes, which was created to provide meals to local healthcare workers, first responders, and city employees that are…