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Happy Thanksgiving from HilltopSecurities! Wishing you a day filled with friends and family. #HilltopSecurities #HappyThanksgiving

The minutes to the November 6th FOMC meeting held no surprises and offered few clues. Committee members generally saw “no sign of rapid deterioration in the labor market,” dismantling the underlying reason behind September’s half point cut. Fed officials remained confident that inflation would move sustainably toward their 2% target, although several committee members noted the process could take longer than expected. This point was reiterated several times as participants stressed a more gradual easing pace going forward. To read our latest Economic Commentary by Senior Portfolio Manager Scott McIntyre, CFA, click here: https://lnkd.in/g2DWN85B #HilltopSecurities #EconomicCommentary #FOMC

Ready for some holiday spirit? HilltopSecurities is the proud title sponsor of HilltopSecurities Camp Christmas in Strauss Square. This immersive event is 20,000 square feet of festive lights, themed rooms, and hands-on activities. Choose from a guided or self-led experience starting today thru December 29th – you may even see Santa! For more information, tickets, or to see when Santa is in town, click here: https://lnkd.in/gEvgGUGY #HilltopSecurities #CampChristmas #HolidaySpirit #ATTPAC

HilltopSecurities Co-Head of Public Finance David Medanich and Head of Public Policy and Municipal Strategy Tom Kozlik will be speaking at the BOND DEALERS OF AMERICA National Fixed Income Conference on Dec. 5 in Nashville, TN. Medanich will take part in a panel discussion titled “2024 Fall Elections and 2025 Tax Reform” at 1 p.m. CT. This panel of municipal advocacy experts will take a look at how the recent election will shape the debate surrounding the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expirations next year, and what potential impact that will have to the tax-exemption. Kozlik will take part in a panel discussion titled “Primary Muni Market: Rates, Credits and Issuance Expectations 2025” at 2:15 p.m. CT. This panel will focus on the outlook for 2025 in the context of a lower rate environment. How will the primary market perform with less federal funding expected coming off years of direct support? To learn more or to register for the conference, click here: https://lnkd.in/gePP-2Ys #HilltopSecurities #BondDealersOfAmerica #MuniMarket

We are proud to announce that The Dallas Morning News has named Hilltop Holdings and PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company as Top Workplaces in Dallas-Fort Worth for 2024 and recognized Hilltop Securities Inc. and PlainsCapital Bank as National Standards. Hilltop ranked No. 36 and PrimeLending ranked No. 16 in the mid-size companies category. These most recent Top Workplaces designations are a result of our employees responses to our Employee Engagement Survey conducted in April. We are extremely proud to receive this recognition which reflects the strong culture we’ve built together across our family of companies. This is the first year that each of our companies has been recognized by the Dallas Morning News and the 13th consecutive year that PrimeLending has made the list of Top Workplaces in DFW! Thank you to all of our employees for their continuous dedication to their work! #HilltopHoldings #PlainsCapitalBank #HilltopSecurities #PrimeLending

With the recent election and discussions around extending the Trump-era tax cuts, many people might be wondering if estate planning is still necessary or if changes to tax laws reduce the urgency. However, regardless of tax adjustments, an estate plan remains a vital tool to protect your assets, ensure they’re distributed according to your wishes, and provide security for your family. To learn more about why estate planning remains essential even after potential tax changes, click here: https://lnkd.in/gjeRe9SH #HilltopSecuritiesInsurance #EstatePlanning #TaxChanges

October’s retail sales data showed continued strength in consumer spending. The headline beat forecasts for a +0.3% gain with an increase of +0.4% that was driven by a +1.6% jump in auto sales. The solid October showing was bolstered by an upward revision to September’s previously reported +0.4% increase which was doubled to +0.8%. Looking at the year-over-year data reveals the largest annual gain in three months at +2.9%. Stripping out sales at auto dealers and gas stations left October sales up a more pedestrian +0.1%, well shy of the +0.3% forecast, but this measure still posted a +3.8% annual gain. To read our latest Economic Commentary by Senior Portfolio Manager Greg Warner, click here: https://lnkd.in/gBcBnrMT #HilltopSecurities #EconomicCommentary #RetailSales

Tom Kozlik returns with the 28th episode of the HilltopTalks podcast. In this episode, Tom is joined by Nathan Bomey, Documentary Producer of "Gradually, Then Suddenly: The Bankruptcy of Detroit" and Author of "Detroit Resurrected: To Bankruptcy and Back." The pair discuss how the city of Detroit confronted the historic bankruptcy toward a new beginning. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gCYqnuWT #HilltopSecurities #HilltopTalks #Podcast

On Monday, HilltopSecurities hosted its 2nd annual Market Insights and Golf Invitational. This year we were proud to partner with Carry The Load. All proceeds from the tournament went to Carry The Load in support of their vision to unite Americans in honoring our nation’s heroes. With the generosity of all participants, we were able to raise over $20,000! Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to seeing everyone next year. Learn more about Carry The Load: https://lnkd.in/e5Kwxaf #HilltopSecurities #CarryTheLoad #VeteransDay

The October Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in as expected with the headline rising +0.2% and the core up +0.3%, providing welcome relief to the jittery bond market. The year-over-year numbers also exactly matched forecasts, with overall CPI edging up to +2.6% and the core holding steady at +3.3%. To read our latest Economic Commentary by Senior Portfolio Manager Scott McIntyre, CFA, click here: https://lnkd.in/gi9UeiMh #HilltopSecurities #EconomicCommentary #CPI