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Last week’s job data release showed that the unemployment rate is rising, and payroll growth is slowing. As illustrated in the chart below, the unemployment rate has risen to 4.1%, the highest in over two years, and the number of jobs being filled has steadily declined...
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At this late stage of the first quarter earnings season for 2024, S&P 500 companies continue to perform well compared to expectations, resulting in both attractive year-over-year growth and increased earnings expectations for the calendar years 2024 and 2025.
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed an increase of 0.3% in April from March, which was less than expectations of a 0.4% rise. Core inflation rose 3.6% on an annual basis, the lowest reading excluding - food and energy since April 2021...
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Market Commentary

Following a strong first quarter marked by reduced expectations for rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, investors went into the second quarter apprehensive about the inflation forecast. A series of hotter-than-expected inflation readings in April sent stocks and bonds lower, but the weight on markets began to lift in May as the outlook for inflation expectations started to look more favorable...
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Stock prices pushed higher in the first quarter despite diminished expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2024 which weighed negatively on fixed income. The Russell 1000 index rose 10.3% in the first quarter. This strong performance came despite many factors that could have caused stock prices to fall...
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Financial markets finished the year on a strong note and defied the bearish sentiment entering the year. Sparked by high inflation, rising rates, and geopolitical concerns, the market entered 2023 with expectations for a recession. However, the real story of 2023 was a resilient U.S. consumer, growth in gross domestic product (GDP), and positive revisions to corporate earnings...
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Planning Commentary

This newsletter provides an overview of the current individual income tax, estate tax, and gift tax environment and outlines some of the major provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) that are set to expire...
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We regularly sit in client meetings where the central topic revolves around the precarious balance of risk and reward tied to a single, oversized stock position. In these encounters, clients often acknowledge the dangers lurking within their investment strategy, yet find themselves trapped by a web of complexities, making it challenging to take decisive action...
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As we embark on a new year, it’s time again to delve into the Key Financial Data for 2024. Our Financial Planning newsletter this month features a link to our annual compilation, covering a spectrum of tax rates, thresholds, limitations, and exemptions for the year...
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News and Announcements

Pallas Capital Advisors is pleased to announce Gaurav Mallik has been appointed as its new Chief Investment Officer. With over two decades of institutional investment experience, Gaurav will oversee all investment strategies at Pallas Capital Advisors, bringing valuable skills to enrich the firm's investment platform and portfolio selection strategies.
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Pallas Capital Advisors, LLC ("Pallas Capital"), is delighted to announce its noteworthy achievement of earning a spot within the top 50 on the Forbes America's Top RIA Firms list. Among more than 15,000 RIAs in America, this recognition underscores the remarkable growth, dedication, and expertise exemplified by Pallas Capital, a prominent independent financial planning and investment advisory firm.
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Andrew manages over $100 million and personifies the emerging generation of financial advisors, infusing the industry with fresh perspectives, innovation, and deep expertise. With years of financial planning and investment strategy experience, Andrew is well-positioned to serve as a role model and contribute significantly to the firm’s next-generation initiatives.
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Webcasts

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Join Pallas CEO and Founder Rich Mullen and Pallas President, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Planning James Landry, ChFC®, as they delve into a range of strategies when dealing with a concentrated stock position...
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The Pallas Investment Team and Chief Economist Torsten Slok of Apollo Global Management sit down for a go-everywhere discussion
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