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  • A man shows a couple something on a laptop in a coffee shop.

    Markets Dip, Inflation Rises: The Uneven Path

    Markets Dip, Inflation Rises: The Uneven Path

    Capital Market Impact March 19, 2024
    • market commentary
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    Market Bulls Charge Ahead as S&P 500® Index soars

    Senate Keeps the Lights on Amid Market Rally

    Capital Market Impact March 5, 2024
    • market commentary
  • A woman with a tablet smiles from her desk.

    What earnings revisions can reveal about upcoming market trends

    Earnings revisions can illuminate subtle yet impactful trends that often aren’t seen in stock market headlines.

    Capital Market Impact February 28, 2024
    • earnings
    • investing strategies
    • market commentary
    • stock market
  • A man reviews the market movement.

    Markets Shrug Off Inflation Spike

    Despite higher inflation and a hawkish Fed, equity markets remain stable.

    Capital Market Impact February 20, 2024
    • market commentary
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    Today’s market: déjà vu or something new?

    So far, 2024 for stocks looks like a rerun of last year, but patient investors may find opportunities in overlooked sectors.

    Capital Market Impact February 14, 2024
    • investment strategies
    • market commentary
    • stock market
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    Saving for college in a volatile market

    Saving for college in a volatile market can be concerning for clients, but you can help them navigate the ups and downs of the market with a plan.

    Client outcomes March 24, 2023
    • college savings
    • habits
    • investing strategies
    • taxes
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    Fed pause on interest rates may reward patient investors

    Historical data shows a correlation between long waits for Fed rate cuts and better stock market returns.

    Capital Market Impact May 8, 2024
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    Understanding credit spreads—the canary in the financial coal mine

    Credit spreads can be a reliable indicator to help investors assess risk sentiment in the financial markets.

    Capital Market Impact August 14, 2024
    • interest rates
    • investing strategies
    • market commentary
    • volatility
  • 2024 Midyear Outlook: Solid growth prompts cautious optimism

    Stocks were strong but quiet in the first half of 2024 as economic activity remained more resilient than most believed.

    Capital Market Impact July 3, 2024
    • economic growth
    • interest rates
    • market commentary
    • stock market
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    A case for variable annuities with guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefits

    Learn how variable annuities with income protections could better serve your clients for retirement than an investments-only approach without protections.

    Client outcomes May 29, 2024
    • income planning
    • investing strategies
    • retirement income
    • retirement planning

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    Understanding credit spreads—the canary in the financial coal mine

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