Bond Boost
Despite all the consternation and hoopla surrounding the stock market, AI disruption, and all the rest, one asset class actually had a pretty good month: bonds. U.S. Treasury bonds, in particular, did well in February. As our Chart of the Week shows, the...
King of the Hill
There’s a saying on Wall Street that says you should always “keep the trend your friend.” What is generally meant by that is whatever the market is doing from a price standpoint, you should probably try and follow along with it. In other words, don’t fight it....
Financial Focus – February 25th, 2026
Tax headlines may sound simple, but the reality is often more nuanced, especially when it comes to Social Security and the latest rule changes. This week on Financial Focus, Nate Kreinbrink and Mike Steigerwald break down what the new tax laws really mean and why claiming Social Security should be a thoughtful planning decision, not just a reaction to retirement or family history.
Leading The Way
When evaluating the overall economy, it is important investors focus on the future instead of past or current conditions. David Nelson explains the Leading Economic Indicator and how the data suggests good news for risk assets.