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Launch Financial

Launch Financial is a podcast about your finances and improving your financial health & education. Launch financial is hosted by Brad Sherman, president of Sherman Wealth Management, and Ashley Perlmutter, Financial Advisor and Director of Client Experience, fee-only registered investment advisory firm in Gaithersburg, MD.
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Now displaying: 2024
Dec 17, 2024

Overview: Tune into our final episode of Launch Financial in 2024 as we discuss the year and market in review, year-end financial planning items to tackle, and the much anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate meeting concluding tomorrow. Thank you all for listening and your support, and we wish you a Happy Holiday and New Year! 

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Dec 10, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss the markets coming off of record highs, as we await key inflation reports that will play a vital role in the Fed's interest rate decision at their meeting next week.

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Dec 3, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we recap a strong month of November in the markets, following the results of the Presidential Election and a slew of economic data. All eyes look to unemployment and labor data this week alongside earnings reports showing the strength of the consumer with more retailer earnings. 

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Nov 19, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we unpack a sharp fall in the market following last week's inflation data coming in slightly higher on an annualized rate. The percentage of a future interest rate cut now lies at just 55%. Head to our blog and social channels for more information on year end financial checklists and family financial education. 

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Toys For Tots

Nov 12, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss the stock and bond markets following a huge week with the results of the Presidential Election, The Federal Reserve cutting interest rates 25-basis points, and a slew of corporate earnings. This week we await more corporate earnings in the retail sector, along with more core inflation reports. 

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Toys For Tots

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Nov 5, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we await the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election, coupled with a big week ahead which awaits the Federal Reserve's conclusion of their two-day interest rate meeting. As we head into November, all eyes look towards the future of interest rate policy and year end finanical planning topics. 

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Oct 29, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a slew of economic data points and a big week of earnings reports to come. The market continues to hit fresh records as we head towards a potentially positive month of October in the market. 

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Oct 22, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we disucss a strong stock market rally, with the S&P500 setting new records, up 10 of the past 11 months, 9 of the past 10 weeks, and 5 months in a row! October is financial planning month, so we continue to share some important year end financial planning items to hit before December 31st.

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Oct 15, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big rally in the stock market, with the Dow and S&P500 reaching records highs, and the Dow crossing 43,000 for the first time. All eyes continue to be on bond and stock market, especially as the Federal Reserve gears up for their next interest rate meeting. 

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Oct 8, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss financial planning month, as well as a big week in the bond market, with yields spiking up to the highest levels in a few months. As we prepare for year end, there are many financial planning items to check off your list, so tune in to hear our top hits! 

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Oct 1, 2024

Overview:  Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we wrap up a strong September, Q3, and start to the year, as the S&P500 and all major averages marked recent record highs and a rally to end the month and quarter off on a positive note. As we head into Q4, we are discussing many year end financial planning tips and tools to ensure you end the year off on the right foot. 

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Sep 24, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week in the market, with the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates last week by 50-basis points, more than some expected, followed by more economic data and a big rally in the stock market, leading the major averages to fresh records. All eyes remain on consumer confidence and economic data, as well as tax planning between now and the end of the year. 

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Sep 17, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead, with the Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates at their FOMC meeting tomorrow, for the first time since they started hiking rates back in March of 2022. We will continue to discuss how lower interest rates will impact the consumer and begin our fall tax planning to do list! 

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Sep 10, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a rocky week on Wall Street, as well as caution from banking institutions on the state of the economy, as we await key inflation data that may determine the amount in which the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates at their September meeting. For questions or topics, email info@shermanwealth.com. 

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Sep 3, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss August in the markets, an extremely volatile yet strong month, as well as financial planning and "back to school" items to tackle this September. All eyes remain on the Federal Reserve and how much they will cut interest rates at their meeting in a few weeks! Email info@shermanwealth.com for any questions or inquiries. 

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Aug 27, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss market recovery, with the Dow hitting intra-day all time record highs, following a quick market correction, as well as rhetoric from the Federal Reserve on the futrue of interest rate cuts later this year. 

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Aug 14, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a slew of economic data, including this week's CPI and PPI reports, showing signs of cooling inflation, moving towards the Fed's target of 2%. 

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Aug 6, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss the extreme market and economic volatility, discsussing market trends and the importance of ensuring the global allocation of your portfolio and financial life aligsn with your risk tolerance, especially in market corrections as we are currently experiencing. If you have any questions email info@shermanwealth.com 

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Jul 30, 2024

Overview: Tune into our 197th episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week of Mag 7 earnings set to report along with the two day Federal Reserve FOMC meeting set to provide visibility on the timing and amount of interest rate cuts to expect in the coming months, all impacting a sector rotation and volatility in the market. 

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Jul 23, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss tons of economic data, including a big week of tech earnings, home sales data, GDP, PCE, and more, as all eyes continue to watch the Federal Reserve and the potential interest rate cut later this year. 

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Jul 16, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we unpack a great deal of news in the media along with a big rally in the stock market, with all major averages pushing towards record highs. All eyes will continue to be on earnings season along with more rhetoric from the Federal Reserve on the future of interest rate cuts and policy. 

 

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Jul 9, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial following a summer hiatus, focusing on Q2 in the markets, as the S&P500 and Nasdaq mark yet another all time high, as well as some finanical planning topics to focus on this July. For inquiries or questions, email info@shermanwealth.com

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Jun 19, 2024

Overview: Tune into Launch Financial as we discuss a monster start to the year in the stock and bond market. Yesterday the S&P500 marked its 31st record this year as the AI darling Nvidia continued its uphill roar hitting a new high and surpassing Microsoft as the most valuable public company. Email info@shermanwealth.com for questions or inquiries. 

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Jun 11, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a slew of economic data as we await Fed rhetoric on the future of interest rates and May CPI report release. If you have any questions on updating your June financial planning checklist, email info@shermanwealth.com. 

Jun 4, 2024

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a strong month in the stock and bond market in the month of May coupled with a slew of economic data as all eyes continue to watch the Federal Reserve on the future of interest rates. 

 

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