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The financial narrative is evolving from asking how big the opportunity is to asking how sustainable the returns are.

Taken overall, the first quarter of 2026 underscored a transition away from broad, liquidity driven gains toward a more selective and risk aware environment.

Wars are atrocious and unpredictable. But the history of markets and capitalism can offer some guidance.

Sure, there are risks, but a look at the economic undertow shows that things are fairly stable.

While several supportive economic and market factors are in place as we enter 2026, the path ahead is unlikely to be smooth.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is take a step back and realize the view we hold may not be perfectly accurate.

The markets weigh Fed policy recalibration, labor market ambiguity, resilient risk assets … and the impact of artificial intelligence.

Heading into the second half of the year, the U.S. economy is projected to grow at a modest pace, although recession risks remain elevated and the labor market remains a focal point.

Home prices often determine the perceived level of wealth in the country. So, what’s the real estate market telling us?

A look ahead at opportunities and headwinds.

A look ahead at how markets may respond to new tariffs and trade wars.

The market clearly has not liked the uncertainty around tariffs recently. Does that mean bigger problems ahead for investors?

Despite inflation and monetary policy headwinds, 2024 topped consensus expectations. But as we enter 2025, several questions remain.

Worried about what's to come after the heated contest? Here are three charts that may provide some investment perspective.

As we start on the final months of the year, we are on the cusp of resolving the most significant uncertainty that has affected the market in 2024.

Taking a look at the shiny metal and some of the dynamics that cause prices to move.

Capital markets are alive and well, albeit likely to be a bit volatile from time to time in the near term.

As we enter the second half of the year, it appears the fundamental drivers of the economy have improved. But some concerns remain.