Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Registered Investment Advisors are fiduciaries, meaning your interests always come first.

You will have a continuing relationship with your RIA. An RIA must register with the SEC or state securities regulator, depending upon the assets under management.

Financial Planners help individuals and corporations meet their short-and long- term financial goals.

Services include asset allocation, estate planning, tax planning, retirement and more.

Mountain landscape with snow-capped peaks, reflected in a clear lake. Blue sky, fluffy clouds, autumn leaves to the right. Serene mood.

Jackson Hole “Labor Markets in Transition: Demographics, Productivity, and Macroeconomic Policy."

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell will address the invitation-only global gathering of central bankers, academics and macroeconomists as the leader of the world’s largest and most respected independent central bank

Federal Resverve Board

Stephen H Akin

5 days ago3 min read

Charleston, SC Scenic waterfront path with historic homes, palm trees, and vibrant flowers under a clear blue sky. Peaceful and bright atmosphere.

Roaring 2020s

The term "Roaring 2020s" is a reference to the "Roaring Twenties" (the 1920s), which were characterized by rapid economic growth, cultural dynamism, technological advances, and exuberant prosperity—followed ultimately by the Great Depression.

Independent Financial Advisor

Stephen H Akin

Aug 122 min read

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Industrials Lead the Market

The industrials sector is currently leading U.S. equity market performance in 2025, outpacing allother sectors of the S&P 500 with a year-to-date gain of approximately 15%—over double the increase of the overall index. This strength follows robust returns in 2024 and reflects sustained investor optimism bolstered by several themes and structural trends:

Stock Market

Stephen H Akin

Jul 294 min read

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Easing Capital Rules

From the Securities Exchange Commission review of the "Pattern Day Trader Rule" and the easing of the $25,000 margin requirement to the "Big Banks" supplementary leverage ratio, requirements are shifting. These changes aim to balance increased financial stability with the potential impact on bank profitability and market participation.

Bond Market

Stephen H Akin

Jul 224 min read

AKIN INVESTMENTS

170 Meeting Street, Suite 110,
Charleston, South Carolina 29401
(843) 822-4789 (844) RIA-AKIN

Fiduciary Financial Advisor, Wealth Management, Financial Planning

Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Jackson Hole “Labor Markets in Transition: Demographics, Productivity, and Macroeconomic Policy."

Roaring 2020s

Industrials Lead the Market

Easing Capital Rules