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** Your Money
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The first quarter of 2025 saw heightened economic, geopolitical, and market volatility in the U.S., driven by slowing data, rising global tensions, and policy uncertainty. This led to a reversal of the “Trump trade,” falling Treasury yields, and equity market corrections. After a strong two-year rally, the S&P 500 dropped 4.3%—its worst quarter since Q3 2022. Most major indices corrected over 10% from their highs, and many fell below key technical levels. While large-cap growth initially held up, selling spread broadly, with small-cap sectors hit hardest.
Globally, economies like China and Europe saw renewed stimulus. In the U.S., housing inventories rose, mortgage rates dipped, and signs of labor softening emerged. The Fed held rates steady amid conflicting signals, projecting slower growth and higher inflation.
* Broad Market (S&P 500): -4.3% 1Q | +8.2% last 12 months
* Small Companies (Russell 2000): -9.5% 1Q | -4.02% last 12 months
* International Stocks (EAFE): +9.9% 1Q | +4.4% last 12 months
* Emerging Markets (MSCI EM): +3.0% 1Q | +8.7% last 12 months
* Bonds (Barclays Agg): +2.8% 1Q | +3.1% last 12 months
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First Quarter 2025 Review & Outlook (https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/first-quarter-2025-review-outlook)
source: NASDAQ Market Intelligence Desk Team
** Your Life
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Move over, chia seeds—basil seeds are packed with impressive health benefits too! This Healthline article explores how these tiny seeds are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids, supporting digestion, heart health, and even weight management. When soaked in water, basil seeds form a gel-like texture, making them a fun and nutritious addition to drinks, smoothies, and desserts. Curious about adding a new superfood to your diet? Basil seeds might be worth a try!
12 Fascinating Benefits and Uses of Basil Seeds (https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/basil-seeds)
by Marsha McCulloch, MS, RD
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danheth/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalynn-harvey-heth-mpa-ceps-3a3aa3191/
** Complexity Simplified
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A lumpy pillow can ruin a good night’s sleep, but the good news is it’s often easy to fix! This article from Sleep Junkie shares simple tricks—like fluffing by hand, using a dryer with tennis balls, or evenly redistributing the filling—to bring your favorite pillow back to life. Regular care can keep pillows supportive and comfortable, helping you sleep more soundly. Before tossing that old pillow, try these quick fixes first!
How to Fix a Lumpy Pillow? (https://www.sleepjunkie.com/how-to-fix-a-lumpy-pillow/)
by Dorothy Chambers
** Trivia
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Last week's answer: Maine
This week's question: What was the Twitter bird’s official name?
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** Back in 1971, this song reached #1
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