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Part 31: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Jennae Backo

The efforts to bring inflation under control lead to further fears of a recession.

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Part 32: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Jennae Backo

There’s been a lot happening in the economy and that has given some hope that the FED may begin to impose lower rate hikes.

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The KDKA Sunday Business Page, Featuring Fragasso Chief Investment Officer, Michael Godwin, CFA

Posted on January 1, 2023 by Jennae Backo

In this edition of the Sunday Business Page, Jon Delano speaks with Michael Godwin of Fragasso Financial Advisors about what investors can expect in 2023.

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Part 30: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Jennae Backo

With just a few days left, we are ready to close out the year. What caused the big drop in December and will 2023 be any better?

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Part 29: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on December 12, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Watch Michael Godwin, Fragasso’s Chief Investment Officer on this week’s Around the Table. “What we have seen in the bond market in 2022 is unprecedented. Bonds are the story of …

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Part 28: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on November 28, 2022 by Jennae Backo

The panel’s dialogue centers around interest rates, inflation and a possible recession. How can these changes impact your portfolio?

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Part 27: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on November 21, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Our panel discusses the latest news in the stock market. “We are definitely not through the woods yet.”

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Part 26: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Was the October surge in the markets a bear market rally? In this episode, the panel discusses this topic and how another rate hike could affect the economy.

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Robert Fragasso named 2022 Pittsburgh Five Star Wealth Manager award winner.

Posted on October 27, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Identified award candidates are based on industry data and nominations received from industry firms and individuals in Pittsburgh. Full list and an overview of the research methodology at fivestartprofessional.com.

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Spotlight On: Robert Fragasso, Chairman & CEO, Fragasso Financial Advisors, Inc.

Posted on October 24, 2022 by Jennae Backo

The recent stock market downturn has become a new opportunity for investors to reassess what they are doing with their investments. “Everybody needs guidance,” Robert Fragasso, chairman and CEO of …

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Part 25: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Jennae Backo

“All recessions are not created equally.”  Our panel discusses the current state of the economy and their opinions on a recession.

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Part 24: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Investors had a summer fling with the markets as they went up in July and August. However, in this latest edition of Around the Table, our panel of experts give …

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Part 23: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and his table of guests discuss upcoming interest rate hikes and the affect this may have on the housing market.

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Part 22: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Jennae Backo

This week the markets fluctuated as the discussion on interest rates heats up.

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Part 21: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Watch the latest episode featuring Chairman and CEO Bob Fragasso as he discusses the current volatility in the markets.

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Part 20: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Jennae Backo

The recent weeks brought a lot of news, speculation and even angst. In this segment, we go around the table to discuss the latest with our panel of experts.

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Part 19: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on July 5, 2022 by Jennae Backo

KDKA’s Stacy Smith and his group of experts examine the first half of the year and the loss in stock markets.

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Part 18: Around the Table – Investing and the Economy

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Bob Fragasso, along with other financial panelists, discuss the volatility of the 2022 stock markets.

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Part 17: Around the Table – Current State of the Economy

Posted on June 6, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and our financial experts are going around the table discussing concerns and warnings being issued about the current state of the economy.

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Part 16: Around the Table – Why is the stock market still falling?

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Why are the markets showing such a loss? Michael Godwin, Chief Investment Office of Fragasso Financial Advisors, sits down with Stacy Smith to discuss the current market situation.

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Part 15: Around the Table – Stock Market Volatility

Posted on May 9, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Watch the latest episode featuring Chairman and CEO Bob Fragasso as he discusses the current volatility in the markets.

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Part 14: Investments and Economy – Market Downturns

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and his panel of economic experts discuss the downturn in the markets.

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Here’s the insurance advisors say you’ll need at each stage of life

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Robert Fragasso, CEO of Fragasso Financial Advisors in Pittsburgh weighs in on which types of insurance it’s appropriate to consider getting at each stage of life, from college years to …

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PNC is reporting 1Q earnings this week; here’s what financial pros want to know

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Jennae Backo

PNC is reporting 1Q earnings this week; here’s what financial pros want to know Sinegal, senior investment analyst at Fragasso Financial Advisors, said PNC has “actually been able to extract …

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Part 13: Around the Table – Rising Interest Rates

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Today Stacy Smith and our economic experts discuss interest rates and their effects on the housing market, bonds and investors.

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Part 12: Around the Table – Investments and Economy

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Bob Fragasso and a panel of financial experts discuss the current swings in the markets.

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Part 11: Around the Table – Investments and Economy

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and his panel of economic experts discuss investments and the economy.

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Part 10: Around the Table – High Inflation

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Bob Fragasso and a panel of financial experts navigate high inflation and possible spiking interest rates in the latest edition of “Around The Table” moderated by Stacy Smith of KDKA.

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Part 9: Around the Table: Investments And Economy

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Jennae Backo

The price of just about everything is going up. Our panel of economic experts go Around The Table with Stacy Smith on high inflation, the housing market, and what you …

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Part 8: Around the Table: January Investments and the Economy

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and his panel of economic experts discuss how January has been rough on the markets, especially the NASDAQ, and whether rate hikes are on the horizon now.

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Part 7: Around The Table: New Year, No Stocks?

Posted on January 13, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Analysts discuss with Stacy Smith declining number of stocks, why possible higher interest rates are affecting some companies, and U.S versus European stocks.

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Part 6: Around The Table: New Year Finances

Posted on January 3, 2022 by Jennae Backo

Local economic experts share ways you can stay on top of your finances coming into the new year.

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Part 5: Around The Table: Economics And Investments

Posted on December 30, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Will we see a rally or a decline from the DOW to close out this year? A group of experts goes Around the Table with Stacy Smith.

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Part 4: Around The Table: Omicron’s Impact On Stock Market

Posted on December 6, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Stacy Smith and local economy analyst, Robert Fragasso, discuss how the Omicron COVID-19 variant could impact the stock market.

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Spotlight: Robert Fragasso, CFP Board Emeritus®

Posted on November 30, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Spotlight On Banking and Finance from Capital Analytics Associates: Robert Fragasso, Chairman & CEO, Fragasso Financial Advisors, Inc.

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Part 3: Around The Table: Investment & Economy

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Jennae Backo

A holiday and a pandemic don’t have to derail your personal finances. Stacy Smith and his panel of economic experts share their tips on the latest episode of “Around The …

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Part 2: Around The Table: Higher Interest Rates And The Economy

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Jennae Backo

CBSN Pittsburgh Special Presentation: Stacy Smith and local experts go around the table discussing the impact higher interest rates could have on the economy.

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Part 1: Around The Table: Investing And The Economy

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Jennae Backo

CBSN Pittsburgh Special Presentation: Robert Fragasso Discuss Investing in the Economy on Stacy Smith’s “Around the Table”

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“A lot of these smaller practices won’t be around five or 10 years from now unless they can marshal larger resources.” – Robert Fragasso

Posted on August 24, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Read more from the Post-Gazette about Fragasso’s part in the consolidation of smaller firms.

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Banking on PNC upping its dividend

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Fragasso’s senior investment analyst, Jim Sinegal, offers possible considerations as to why PNC Bank may hike dividends at the end of Q2 2021 or keep the same.

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Jim Sinegal From Fragasso Financial Advisors Discuses tips On Investing Your Stimulus Check On KDKA News

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Jennae Backo

For many, the past year means more savings for those still working. Many are looking to do more investing after receiving the third stimulus check this week. Jim Sinegal from …

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Robert Fragasso, the Founder of Fragasso Partners, Publishes New Book for Professionals Seeking Independence

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Jennae Backo

Fragasso’s book is now available to anyone considering entrepreneurship and becoming financially independent. Readers will receive over 200 pages of straightforward information, practical considerations, and expert guidance on starting their …

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The Big Mistake That Stifles Indie Advisors’ Growth

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Jennae Backo

RIA Robert Fragasso gives ThinkAdvisor some advice on going indie, including a critical lesson he learned in running his firm.

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Fragasso supports Mt. Oliver/Knoxville neighborhoods through NAP tax credit program

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Jennae Backo

The Hilltop Economic Development Corporation (HEDC), in collaboration with the Hilltop Alliance and the Brashear Association, has been awarded a one-year $175,000 Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credit award to …

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