Financial Focus – May 13th, 2026

Financial Focus – May 13th, 2026

Check out this week’s Financial Focus as Nate Kreinbrink and Mike Steigerwald break down one of the biggest retirement questions people face, when to take Social Security and how to turn savings into lasting retirement income. They also explain why retirement planning is about much more than just how much you’ve saved, it’s about building a strategy that fits your life and goals.

The Real Deal

The Real Deal

Interest rates and inflation are always a hot topic in the financial world. David Nelson shares his perspective on “real” interest rates and why it is positive news for investors and savers.

Not So Fast

Not So Fast

OVERVIEW   Markets surged higher last week, with strong gains across most major equity indexes. The S&P 500 climbed 2.33%, while the NASDAQ led with a 4.51% advance. The Dow Jones Industrials added 0.22%. Large caps also remained strong, with the S&P 100...
Fear of Heights

Fear of Heights

  Most people have an instinct that buying stocks at all-time highs is a bad idea. Sure, I get it. It kind of feels like showing up late to the party. But as this week’s chart shows, you probably don’t need to be afraid. The chart comes from Goldman Sachs...
The Chicago Indicator

The Chicago Indicator

  Go with the flow, until it reaches an extreme. That’s the concept behind this week’s indicator. I like to call it the Chicago Indicator because it measures the Bulls / (Bulls + Bears) ratio. You know, because the two major sports teams in Chicago are the Bulls...