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Market Update – December 15th, 2025
Markets were mixed last week as weakness in large technology stocks weighed on broader indexes, while value-oriented sectors supported gains in the Dow.
Read MoreMarket Update – December 8th, 2025
Markets extended their recovery last week on growing optimism for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut, with the Nasdaq leading gains and the Dow and S&P 500 also advancing modestly. Economic data painted a mixed picture.
Read MoreMarket Update – December 1st, 2025
Stocks moved higher during the shortened holiday week as economic data helped ease broader concerns. Inflation continued to present modestly, retail sales were steady, and weekly initial jobless claims remained historically stable, however consumer confidence softened.
Read MoreMarket Update – November 24th, 2025
Markets swung throughout the week as expectations for a potential December rate cut shifted, regaining some ground on Friday after dovish comments from the Federal Reserve, and the latest Leading Economic Index continued to signal a cooling economic backdrop.
Read MoreMarket Update – November 17th, 2025
Stocks drifted lower last week as stretched tech valuations, a choppy AI selloff, uncertainty around depreciation assumptions, and lingering fallout from the record shutdown weighed on sentiment, with Bitcoin also sliding into a bear market.
Read MoreMetals: Market Outlook
The metals sector has meaningfully outperformed the major equity indexes this year and has demonstrated resilience during periods of volatility, including April’s tariff-related selloff.
Read MoreUnderstanding Required Minimum Distributions: What You Need to Know
Planning ahead can help ensure your retirement income strategy remains on track. Download Understanding Required Minimum Distributions today to gain valuable insights into how RMDs work — and how they fit into your broader financial picture.
Read MoreMarket Update – November 3rd, 2025
Markets ended October on a positive note, even as the government shutdown delayed key economic data releases. The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points and signaled the end of balance sheet tightening, while mixed reactions to mega-cap earnings highlighted growing tension between AI-driven growth opportunities and rising capital expenditures.
Read MorePlan With Confidence: Why Working With SPG Makes a Difference
We believe retirement should be a time to enjoy what matters most. Our mission is to help you prepare for the years ahead with confidence and peace of mind. As a fiduciary financial services firm, we always act in your best interest—putting your goals, values, and well-being first.
Read MoreMarket Update – October 27, 2025
Equity markets rallied last week, with indexes reaching new highs as investors reacted positively to contained inflation data and growing expectations for additional rate cuts.
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