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Weekly Market Insights | U.S.-Iran Agreement Sends Oil Tumbling, Stocks Rising
Stocks rose over the shortened trading week as investors digested developments in the Middle East while the Fed held short-term rates steady. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.93 percent through Thursday’s close, while the Nasdaq...
Read MoreKey Dates for the 2nd Half of 2026
We are almost at the halfway mark of 2026, so it’s a good time to look ahead at some important upcoming dates. September 15th: Estimated Tax Payments for the 3rd quarter are due for the self-employed or those who do not have automated...
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Weekly Market Insights | Peace Talks and Moonshot IPO Rescue the Week
Stocks moved higher last week as inflation jitters gave way to investor enthusiasm over Middle East diplomatic efforts and the largest-ever initial public offering (IPO). The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.65 percent, while the...
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Weekly Market Insights | Markets Stumble, But the Jobs Picture Stays Bright
Stocks slumped last week as investors winced over the potential for oil-shock inflation and concerns that strong jobs data could lead to higher interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.32 percent, while the Standard...
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Weekly Market Insights | Inflation Cools, Stocks Soar, Month Ends Strong
The post-Memorial Day holiday trading week was short but potent as stocks delivered more record gains while confidence grew that a peace deal would materialize. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 1.43 percent, while the Nasdaq...
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Weekly Market Insights | Markets Shrug Off Chip Worries, Finish Strong
Stocks bounced back last week as enthusiasm for the AI trade continued and rumors of a Middle East peace agreement bolstered investor optimism. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 0.88 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index...
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