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October 2, 2023
Fourth Quarter 2023 Newsletter
Investing is a humbling process. Socrates stated, “the only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing,” which is a lesson for all investors. The passage of time gives us clarity on the past. What was once uncertain and unknowable only becomes clear after the fact. We attempt to view the world with an open mind,...
July 3, 2023
Third Quarter 2023 Newsletter
Investors face an endlessly shifting landscape. The constant state of motion in the world around us creates uncertainty. Sabal is in the preparedness business, not the projection business. We do not attempt to forecast future events. Instead, we prepare our clients to navigate through any given environment using the time-tested tools of asset allocation, high...
April 4, 2023
Second Quarter 2023 Newsletter
Understanding why you do what you do is a thought exercise applicable to all aspects of our lives. Introspection helps us gain clarity on our goals and objectives. Architects develop blueprints to construct houses and buildings. Investors should also use blueprints to build, manage and maintain their investment portfolios. Life’s unexpected twists and turns are...
January 3, 2023
First Quarter 2023 Newsletter
Attempting to predict the future is an age-old practice. Analysts, economists and strategists try to play the role of Nostradamus as they prognosticate what is to come. Unfortunately, no crystal ball exists that offers clairvoyance. Investing involves making decisions with imperfect information. How do you improve your probability of success? Being aware of the factors...
October 3, 2022
Fourth Quarter 2022 Newsletter
Centuries ago, sailors circumnavigating the world faced uncertainty during their journeys. They constantly dealt with the unknown, as changing conditions could quickly turn a calm body of water into a frothy, dangerous environment. Investors find themselves in a similar position when markets exhibit periods of elevated volatility. Fluid markets rise and fall like the tides,...