Market Watch

February 09, 2012 @ 02:52 AM

Dow Jones Industrials 12,883.95+ 5.75
Dow Jones Transportation 5,298.61- 24.72
Dow Jones Utilities 452.48+ 0.42
Nasdaq Composite 2,915.86+ 11.78
Nasdaq 100 2,545.72+ 13.66
S&P 500 1,349.96+ 2.91
S&P 100 610.38+ 1.45
S&P Mid-Cap 400 973.21+ 1.12
S&P Volatility Index 18.16+ 0.51
NYSE Composite 8,082.98+ 13.27
AMEX Composite 2,427.51- 5.32
10 Year Treasury Note 1.98+ 0.01
Wilshire 5000 14,210.31+ 29.05
PHLX Semiconductor Index 427.59+ 5.29
OSX Oil Service Sector Index 249.92- 0.57

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www.davidbabcock.net

21 Years of Excellence, 1990 ~ Anniversary ~ 2011

In my continuing efforts to deliver exceptional service and build relationships, I launched this personal Web site.

This Web-based tool provides new resources & services to help further meet your financial goals. It is also a great way for us to stay in touch.

  K e y    f e a t u r e s     i n c l u d e :

• "Market Watch" functions & password-protected Portfolio Building tools.
• "Account & Policy Information" that provide access to your AXA Equitable Life products and AXA Advisors brokerage account information.
• "Annual Reviews" online that will help me keep up-to-date information about your ongoing financial circumstances.
• "Product Profile forms"  that allow you to request personalized information about specific financial products, to see how they might fit into your ongoing financial strategy.
• "Calculators"  to create “what if” financial scenarios.
• "E-seminars" are animated presentations that give you basic background and facts on today’s most talked about financial topics.
• Newsletters & Research Articles you can read on various financial topics, with new newsletters added every month.
• "Appointment Sign Up Form" to schedule a meeting to discuss your needs and concerns.
• "Contact Us" Form helps you communicate with me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When you visit my Web page, be sure to bookmark it for future reference.    I hope you take advantage of this new online resource.   If you have questions or suggestions, please call or e-mail me by using the “Contact Us” link on this Web site home page!   If you know of a family member, friend or colleague who might be interested in any of my Web site’s features, use the “Tell A Friend” link on my site to send them my URL. 

Sincerely yours,
David Babcock, LUTCF
President /Financial Professional

Newsletters

Federal Estate Tax Is Much Lower — For Now

The federal estate tax was repealed in 2010, then reinstated by the 2010 Tax Relief Act with new provisions for 2011 and 2012. This article discusses the temporary provisions, the options for estates of 2010 decedents, and potential changes in future years that could subject many more estates to the federal estate tax than under current law.

Is Your Business Ready for a Structure Change

Periodically, business owners may want to reconsider whether their current business structure is meeting the needs of their companies. For business owners seeking to expand their operations and reduce their exposure to risk, a popular entity has been the limited liability company. This article describes some additional benefits associated with LLCs.

HOT TOPIC: Why Global Investors Are Worried About European Debt

European officials are working on a bailout deal to help debt-laden Greece avoid default, but some are worried a broader eurozone financial crisis may be waiting in the wings. How likely is a Greek sovereign debt default, and how could it affect European and U.S. financial markets?

GDP: Measuring the Economy

It's likely you've heard a lot about the gross domestic product (GDP) if you follow the news. But what is its impact on the national economy and how has the Great Recession impacted the GDP? This primer explains the numbers behind the GDP and what it ultimately tells us about the economic health of the nation.

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Calculators

Credit Card Debt

How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?

Federal Income Tax

This calculator can help you estimate your annual federal income tax liability.

Roth IRA Conversion

This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.

Home Affordability

Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.

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Contact Info

Phone: (484) 686-6067

david.babcock @axa-advisors.com

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